One of game’s characters, Guardians manager Terry Francona set to end career defined by class, touch
Associated PressCLEVELAND — At some point in the next few days, Terry Francona will hop on his celebrated scooter, zip along the underground concrete concourses of Progressive Field and leave the ballpark he’s called home the past 11 seasons for the final time. Slowed by major health issues in recent years, the personable, popular Francona may be stepping away, but not before leaving a lasting imprint as a manager and one of the game’s most beloved figures. “There’s nobody like him,” said Twins manager Rocco Baldelli, who played one season for Francona in Boston. “I don’t think you’ll meet a person inside the game that doesn’t love Tito, myself included,” New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone said. It’s a striking balance that almost nobody else pulls off quite like him.” The “Tito touch” was perhaps never more evident — or needed — than in the 2004 AL Championship Series.
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Terry Francona steps away as Guardians manager, will assume future role with club after 11-year run
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