Manny Acta

Baseball manager and sportscaster

Manny Acta - Baseball manager and sportscaster
Born

January 11th, 1969
56 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A former professional baseball player and coach with extensive experience in Major League Baseball. Served as manager for the Washington Nationals and the Cleveland Guardians. Transitioned into a sportscaster role after managing, providing insights and analysis on various platforms. Played a key role in developing young talent during managerial tenures.

Managed the Washington Nationals from 2007 to 2009

Managed the Cleveland Guardians from 2010 to 2012

Served as a sportscaster post-retirement

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