Would Bobby Leave?
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Re: Would Bobby Leave?
[ Author: westbaystars | Posted: Oct 4, 2008 9:20 AM
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After the Marines' final game last night (October 3) at Chiba Marine Stadium, Bobby came out to the field and gave a 10 minute speech from the pitcher's mound. In the speech he said that there had been a number of rumors floating around the press about him leaving. He wanted to tell the 23,475 fans "from [his] own mouth" that the team is his like his own family, he loves the Marines and the fans, and that he wants to continue wearing a Marine uniform for many years to come.
The Marines finished in 4th place, a heart breaking 0.5 games behind Nippon Ham. (The curse of the thrown glove.) Let's get 'em next year, Bobby!
The Marines finished in 4th place, a heart breaking 0.5 games behind Nippon Ham. (The curse of the thrown glove.) Let's get 'em next year, Bobby!
Re: Would Bobby Leave?
[ Author: Guest | Posted: Oct 4, 2008 10:47 AM
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Thank you for your prompt reply, Westbay-san. While I was out, it appears the Mets are going to stay with their current manager (Jerry Manuel).
I suppose that news doesn't completely close the door for a return to MLB, but as I tell people in the U.S., Bobby is happy, well-paid, loved by the fans, and any new deal would have to knock his socks off financially.
I suppose that news doesn't completely close the door for a return to MLB, but as I tell people in the U.S., Bobby is happy, well-paid, loved by the fans, and any new deal would have to knock his socks off financially.
Re: Would Bobby Leave?
[ Author: Kiyoshi | Posted: Oct 15, 2008 2:21 PM
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Seems like Bobby is not just thinking about managing, but wants to leave a lasting mark on baseball in Japan, Asia, and globally. One post highlights his visit to the Marines' sister KBO team, the Lotte Giants. Bobby was instrumental in getting Jerry Royster as manager of the Giants.
He sees the potential for Japan and Korea to become a competitive alternative and challenger on the world baseball scene.
He sees the potential for Japan and Korea to become a competitive alternative and challenger on the world baseball scene.
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Now that the Marines have missed the Climax Series, what is the mood of management currently? I know we have several people here that follow the Marines closely. Thanks.