Astros bench coach Tony Pena is named manager of the Royals replacing interim skipper John Mizerock, who had taken over the reins when Tony Muser was fired on April 29th. Buck Showalter and Bucky Dent were rumored to be candidates for the position.

On May 15, 2002 — Astros bench coach Tony Pena is named manager of the Royals replacing interim skipper John Mizerock, who had taken over the reins when Tony Muser was fired on April 29th. Buck Showalter and Bucky Dent were rumored to be candidates for the position.

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Baseball Reference May 15

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