"Roberts became the first manager in MLB history to lead his team to a division title in each of his first four seasons. Prior to Roberts being hired, the Dodgers had never won three consecutive National League West titles in franchise history. In 2016 they became the first team to win the NL West in four consecutive seasons since the Divisional Era began in 1969 - a record that was extended to eight before being snapped."
"Roberts additionally helped lead the Dodgers to the World Series in 2017 and 2018, and in 2020 captured their first championship since 1988. In 2019, Roberts guided the club to a then-franchise-record 106 wins - a mark that was tied during the 2021 season - and broken by the 2022 Dodgers that won 111 games. Since taking the helm as manager, Roberts has led the Dodgers to an MLB-best 944-575 record, nine NL West titles, five NL pennants and three World Series titles."
On Nov. 23, 2015, the Los Angeles Dodgers hired Dave Roberts as the franchise's 28th manager and the club's first minority manager. The decision surprised some because Gabe Kapler was seen as a favored candidate. Roberts led the Dodgers to sustained division success, becoming the first MLB manager to win a division title in each of his first four seasons and guiding the team to a streak of NL West crowns extended to eight. He led the club to World Series appearances in 2017 and 2018, captured the 2020 championship, compiled a 944-575 record, and earned NL Manager of the Year in 2016.
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