Mike Scioscia steps down as Angels manager

[goldenGlove]

Aw he loved being an Angel, cool to see him be emotional in the press conference. I’m sure he’ll manage again, probably the dodgers

Good time to start fresh for both sides 

[fan_since79]

Just now, kj_maestro said:

Aw he loved being an Angel, cool to see him be emotional in the press conference. I’m sure he’ll manage again, probably the dodgers

Good time to start fresh for both sides 

Terry was speculating about him possibly managing the Rangers, or maybe the Orioles.

Gee, I hope for his sake that doesn't happen.

[JAHV76]

Mixed emotions as long time fan he finally delivered the franchise a World Series. Hopefully Eppler can find the right replacement. 

[bloodbrother]

Truly an end of an era and something that's best for both parties

[Stradling]

I have a 19 year old son, Sosh is the only manager he’s ever seen for the Angels. 

[ScottT]

That's bizarre.  Time to turn  the page.

[ScottT]

I'm glad nobody asked Scioscia about his high school yearbook.

[Tank]

2 minutes ago, Stradling said:

I have a 19 year old son, Sosh is the only manager he’s ever seen for the Angels. 

same with my daughter. hadn't really thought about that until now.

[tomsred]

I have an eleven year old dog, Sosh is the only Angels manager she has ever seen.   It was a great news conference, I'm sure it will get posted, believe me it's worth watching.  Lots of pressure on Eppler to get someone who will represent the organization with the kind of dedication Scioscia has had over the past 19 years.

[CDiaz27?]

36 minutes ago, Stradling said:

I have a 19 year old son, Sosh is the only manager he’s ever seen for the Angels. 

He’s the only manager I’ve seen my entire life for the Angels, gonna be weird seeing a different person

[fan_since79]

Just now, Vladdylonglegs said:

The team is so much better off. 

...but there's still a lot of holes and uncertainties.

The damn pitching injuries...training staff should be replaced, every one of them.

[John Taylor]

I appreciate the stability he brought to our organization. As an Angels fan starting in the 80's I would have never guessed that we would have the same Manager for 19 seasons. RIP lasagna restaurants in Anaheim.

 

[eligrba]

30 minutes ago, mulwin444 said:

2015 - 2018 wasn't on Scioscia so, who ever is coming in next, will be facing the same issues.  Can't wait for the first "F-ing ____!!!"

F-ing New GUY!!!

Scioscia would have never done that!!!

[failos]

Damn. I already miss him.

[fan_since79]

RIP to the contact play.

 

[Stradling]

To put this in perspective I have a 19 year old son, he’s seen Mike Scioscia as the only manager.  My 25 year old son has been alive for 7 different managers if you include interim.  

[Pancake Bear]

I’m in my thirties. I do not remember any Angels manager before Scioscia. I wasn’t really a serious fan until 2002, though. Seemed like before that, whenever I watched they lost. 

[ScottT]

Scioscia's teams made the playoffs 7 times in 19 years.  37%.   When he started 27% of teams made the playoffs (let's ginore the Angels' four team division).  Now, 33% o%f teams make the playoffs.  Considering the Angels' payroll over the course of Scioscia's tenure....  the 7 playoff appearances should be expected.  A record over .500 should certainly be expected.   Yeah, they made some bad moves with that money... maybe it was the GM... maybe it was the owner.  

People list that accomplishment.... and manager of the year awards... and wins... and tenure (I think the contract extension was his greatest accomplishment)..... and talk about Hall of Fame.   I don't see the results as great.  Good, ok.  Exceptional? No. 

[m0nkey]

 

[Stradling]

Thanks Monkey

[tdawg87]

4 minutes ago, ScottT said:

Scioscia's teams made the playoffs 7 times in 19 years.  37%.   When he started 27% of teams made the playoffs (let's ginore the Angels' four team division).  Now, 33% o%f teams make the playoffs.  Considering the Angels' payroll over the course of Scioscia's tenure....  the 7 playoff appearances should be expected.  A record over .500 should certainly be expected.   Yeah, they made some bad moves with that money... maybe it was the GM... maybe it was the owner.  

People list that accomplishment.... and manager of the year awards... and wins... and tenure (I think the contract extension was his greatest accomplishment)..... and talk about Hall of Fame.   I don't see the results as great.  Good, ok.  Exceptional? No. 

37% > 33%

Thanks, Sosh!

[ScottT]

Anyone believe that this was his decision?
 

Scary thought.  I wouldn't rule it out, though. Arte has proven to be a bit nutty.

[stormngt]

47 minutes ago, GrittyVeterans said:

I think Stormngt just went soft while banging his wife 

 

Such a dumbass.  Several times over the last three months I said hand writing on the wall that Sosh would not be back.  You just cant help being a dick!

 

[stormngt]

41 minutes ago, FabulousFabregas said:

Scioscia was a great manager from 2000 until 2008 or so. Will always appreciate what he did for this franchise in those years, but he should have been gone for at least 6 years now. Maybe he can do better with a new team without the complacency. This was a long time coming!

He sure did suck in 2009.  Team only made it to the ALCS

[Docwaukee]

to those celebrating this:  

there's about a 90% chance the next manager isn't as good.