He was one of the best managers ever being the first to win a World Series title in both leagues.
George "Sparky" Anderson passed away yesterday at age 76. He was sixth all-time in wins (although when he suddenly retired he had been third behind only Connie Mack and John McGraw having since been passed by Tony LaRussa, Bobby Cox and Joe Torre).
He was truly one of the game's greats and his retirement as well as his passing have come all too soon. Not long ago I had read Mark Frost's excellent book
Game Six about the 1975 World Series and gained a new found appreciation for the genius and character of Sparky Anderson.
So long, Sparky. You will be missed.
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