Torre is Open, And The Dodgers Are Talking!
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Grady Little resigned, and that was expected. He wasn't staying, because his days were numbered.
Many believe Grady couldn't succeed, and a change was needed. Torre is open, and the Dodgers are talking.
"Certainly as you look at his resume and what he's done and the market he's done it in, you've certainly got to start there," Ned Colletti said.
Torre's job won't be hard, because the National League is easier. Managing the Dodgers will be difficult, because it's different from the New York Yankees.
The Yankees have more talent, and lots of winning experience. The Dodgers aren't close to the Yankees, and Torre will understand that.
Torre hasn't signed a deal, but the Dodgers are working up a contract.
"I don't categorize anything as close, far," Colletti said. "It's either done or it's not done. We're still trying to learn about each other. There's been some light discussions to try and get a feel. I'm not going to get into where the negotiations are. It's still early in the process in some ways."
Torre and the Dodgers are close to a contract, but nothing has happen.
"We've had some conversations with him (Torre) very recently," Colletti said. "We've got other people we've got under consideration. We're in the process of compiling a list. Once we get a list, we'll go from there. We're taking it day by day."
Not rushing is great, because it won't cause mistakes. Hiring the right guy is important, because players and managers need to work together. The Dodgers aren't rushing, because they'll miss the playoffs again if anything go's wrong.
The Dodgers had success hiring managers in the past, hopefully it'll effect their next decision.
"The Dodgers have a great record on minority hiring throughout the organization," Rich Levin said.
Its been rumored Torre agreed to a contract, but that hasn't happen. The Dodgers are still working on things, but their getting close.
"I've watched stuff in the last 72 hours that I can't believe I'm watching," Colletti said. "I can tell you we do not have an agreement. I've seen more inaccuracy than I can ever remember."
The Dodgers are interested in Torre, because of his knowledge of baseball. He's able to win, and bring championships. "That's certainly a factor," Colletti said. "I believe it will play a role."
Colletti needs a coaching staff as well, but he's focusing on Torre first.
"We don't have a coaching staff in mind, we haven't gotten there," Colletti said. "We've discussed it to some extent. I think whoever the manager is, there will have to be a comfort level on his part and my part."
After his successful times being the New York Yankees manager, Torre should just retire. His legacy is built, and he's considered one of the best. He's had many successful achievements in New York, he should retire.
Managing the Yankees was hard work for Torre, and he broke down towards the end. He wasn't successful in the post-season, and the Yankees had the most talent in the American League. Managing the Dodgers isn't the same, because there's less talent.
The Dodgers line-up isn't as good, and their field needs improvement. Work needs to be done, but don't rule out the Dodgers. Remember, the N.L. is "weak," and Torre doesn't have much to worry about.
It's possible Torre could succeed with the Dodgers, but he'll find it different from the Yankees. He'll need to start over, and get formula with the players. That isn't easy, because Torre's been with the Yankees for twelve seasons. He hasn't done this for a while, it'll take some time.
Torre is old, and that's the reason for his failures. Age has gotten to him, and Torre isn't the same. He doesn't have the excitement, and he lost lots of energy.
He should retire, because his career is set. He's won many World Series championships, and had a great career.
- Quotes from Yahoo Sports*
