Charlie Manuel appeared today on 610 WIP, an AM station based in Philadelphia, to discuss the Philadelphia Phillies and other things regarding the sport of baseball. Manuel was then asked about his contract extension and whether or not he was worried that he hasn't been resigned. To this question, Charlie responded, "It's just a matter of time" before he and the Phillies front office reach an agreement. Manuel is signed through this season and his hoping to manage for at least two more years. In three years, Charlie will be 70 years-old, and after that he and the Phillies will have to discuss his future with the organization. But Uncle Charlie did that he would like to be signed before Opening Day, or even Spring Training so he does not cause a distraction to the ball club. In his career as a Major League manager, Charlie is 746-618 in wins and losses, and is 544-428 with the Phillies. In the 6 years that Charlie has managed the Phillies, he has led his team to four NL East Pennants, two National League Pennants, and one World Series Title in 2008. What a guy! He's made countless decisions, not all of which I agree, and has led the team to many victories. I do hope the Phillies extend Charlie's contract until he would like to stop managing the team. Whether that be in 3 years, or even more, I will stand by Charlie Manuel. Phillies fans know that he is a huge step above Larry Bowa. So I wish Charlie good luck in getting his contract extended and managing the Phillies in the 2011 season, I know I'll be watching his every move.
Wednesday, January 26, 2011
Charlie Manuel Isn't Concerned About His Contract Extension
Charlie Manuel appeared today on 610 WIP, an AM station based in Philadelphia, to discuss the Philadelphia Phillies and other things regarding the sport of baseball. Manuel was then asked about his contract extension and whether or not he was worried that he hasn't been resigned. To this question, Charlie responded, "It's just a matter of time" before he and the Phillies front office reach an agreement. Manuel is signed through this season and his hoping to manage for at least two more years. In three years, Charlie will be 70 years-old, and after that he and the Phillies will have to discuss his future with the organization. But Uncle Charlie did that he would like to be signed before Opening Day, or even Spring Training so he does not cause a distraction to the ball club. In his career as a Major League manager, Charlie is 746-618 in wins and losses, and is 544-428 with the Phillies. In the 6 years that Charlie has managed the Phillies, he has led his team to four NL East Pennants, two National League Pennants, and one World Series Title in 2008. What a guy! He's made countless decisions, not all of which I agree, and has led the team to many victories. I do hope the Phillies extend Charlie's contract until he would like to stop managing the team. Whether that be in 3 years, or even more, I will stand by Charlie Manuel. Phillies fans know that he is a huge step above Larry Bowa. So I wish Charlie good luck in getting his contract extended and managing the Phillies in the 2011 season, I know I'll be watching his every move.
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I'm with you on that one. Uncle Charlie's made this ball club into something worth Philadelphia's time. It'll be time for him to go when he can't put his pants on by himself.
ReplyDeleteCharlie is a great players coach, we don't have complaints during the season that affect the team morale and i think it is due in large part, to charlie. I like him alot and i hope they reach an agreement soon . The Phillies need Charlie Manuel, look at what he has done in the last 3 years.
ReplyDeleteAs long as Charlie wants the position as Phillies manager, I think he deserves it. The Phillies have plenty of time to sign him before Opening Day, but why wait? Let's keep him on board for at least another two years, if he wants to stay longer, he deserves to.
ReplyDeleteLet's just hope they don't do what they did with Davey Lopes. Charlie deserves as much money as he wants after where he's taken this team. I just hope they don't let him walk away over a simple contract dispute.
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