Washington Senators name Mickey Vernon the first manager in franchise history

On November 19, 1960, the expansion Washington Senators name Mickey Vernon the first manager in franchise history. An exceptional hitter during his playing career, Vernon played for the original Washington Senators’ franchise from 1939 to 1948. During his three-year tenure with the new club, ‘Mickey’ will compile a dismal 135-227 record, finishing no higher than ninth place.

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