Commentary: Ryne Sanderg clearly next in line to be Phillies manager
PHILADELPHIA (MCT) — The first step toward Ryne Sandberg becoming the next manager of the Philadelphia Phillies was put into motion Thursday when the Hall of Fame second baseman was named the team’s third-base coach and hitting instructor.
General manager Ruben Amaro Jr. denied that was the intent after he recited the myriad changes to the coaching staff following the .500 season that ended the Phillies’ run of five straight National League East titles.
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