In an unexpected move, the Nationals announce that Dusty Baker will not be back as the team’s manager next year. Baker is coming off consecutive division titles, but the Nats exited the postseason early both years. Also on the managerial front, the Tigers announce that they have hired former Minnesota Twins skipper Ron Gardenhire to replace the fired Brad Ausmus.

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On October 20, 2017 — In an unexpected move, the Nationals announce that Dusty Baker will not be back as the team’s manager next year. Baker is coming off consecutive division titles, but the Nats exited the postseason early both years. Also on the managerial front, the Tigers announce that they have hired former Minnesota Twins skipper Ron Gardenhire to replace the fired Brad Ausmus.

 

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