Jim Leyland
Baseball manager, 1997 World Series champion
Born
December 15th, 1944
80 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Managed several Major League Baseball teams, including the Florida Marlins, Colorado Rockies, and Detroit Tigers. Led the Marlins to a World Series championship in 1997. During the term with the Tigers, achieved multiple playoff appearances and reached the World Series in 2012. Famed for his leadership style and ability to develop young talent.
Managed the Florida Marlins to a World Series victory in 1997
Led the Detroit Tigers to the American League pennant in 2012
Won Manager of the Year award in 1986 and 2011
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