The Cincinnati Reds had another tough season in 2024 as they missed the postseason for the fourth straight year, finishing with 77 wins and 85 losses.
While the Reds haven’t had much success of late, their young and talented roster has shown what they’re capable of, and success could be just around the corner.
2025 will see a new face as Reds manager as veteran manager Terry Francona joins the organization.
Francona is a three-time Manager of the Year winner, and he revealed what he’s learned about being a manager during his career.
“When you’re a manager, you have to think about everybody but yourself,” Francona said.
“When you’re the boss, you have to think about everyone but yourself.”
3x Manager of the Year Terry Francona talks about what he’s learned during his storied career as he prepares to start a new chapter with the organization. @Reds:.#MLBNHotStove |: @SageUSAmerica pic.twitter.com/J7IyUeqcSb
— MLB Network (@MLBNetwork) November 24, 2024
Francona began his managerial career in 1997 with the Philadelphia Phillies and also managed the Boston Red Sox and Cleveland Indians/Guardians.
He won two World Series in his career, both with the Red Sox in 2004 and 2007.
Francona says a manager has to think about everyone but themselves and put the team first.
This approach has helped him become the successful manager he is today and he hopes to use that experience to take the Reds to the next level in 2025.
The Redskins are undefeated in the playoffs in 12 seasons, but the young talent on their roster, including star shortstop Eli De La Cruz, gives them hope for seasons to come.
Francona has the 13th most wins by a manager with 1,950, and the Redskins hope his experience will help them win the National League Central for the first time since 2012.
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