Cincinnati Reds manager Pat Moran dies from Bright’s disease at the age of 48

Cincinnati Reds manager Pat Moran dies from Bright’s disease at the age of 48

1924 – At Orlando, Florida, Cincinnati Reds manager Pat Moran dies from Bright’s disease at the age of 48. A veteran of nine National League seasons as a manager, Moran guided the Reds to a record of 91-63 and a second-place finish in 1923. Coach Jack Hendricks replaces the popular Moran, who was the Reds’ manager when they won the controversial 1919 World Series.

The Cincinnati Reds hire Pat Moran as their manager, replacing Christy Mathewson

The Cincinnati Reds hire Pat Moran as their manager, replacing Christy Mathewson

1919 – The Cincinnati Reds hire Pat Moran as their manager, replacing Christy Mathewson. Cincinnati makes the decision after failing to hear from Mathewson during his winter trip to Europe. Moran will guide the Reds to 96 victories and the World Championship this season.