But a way to realistically get us there faster is to have a plan where everyone is on the same page. Freys playing career started auspiciously enough with the Paducah Chiefs of the Mississippi-Ohio Valley League. He was preceded in death by his parents; in-laws, Martin and Geraldine VanIddeking; sister, Dorothy Jean Smith; brothers, Donald, John, Richard and William Frey. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. At the age of 17, he married Aida Slifka. That deal looks bad now, because it sent Rafael Palmiero and Jamie Moyer to the Rangers. The next year, Frey surfaced as a color commentator on the Cubs' WGN Radio broadcasts. Jim Essian, a former journeyman catcher and Iowa Cubs manager, replaced Zimmer for the remainder of the season. The teams management made the decision that they wouldnt improve unless things changed, and Frey was fired in favor of Dick Howser. Those lucky enough to work for James knew they were going to be held to a high standard and in return they would be kept safe and well supported. Mike Bielecki, product of a trade with Pittsburgh, won 18 games. Your entry has exceeded the maximum character limit. Thats the way it is with those great natural hitters like Aaron. Kim, my thoughts and prayer are sent out to you and your family. Everyone on the team was treated the same, even a superstar like George Brett. Read Full Obituary. Frey turned down the choice of manager or general manager of the Minnesota Twins in favor of working as a radio commentator with the Cubs. Change), You are commenting using your Facebook account. He is survived by : his close friend Deborah Gardner of Boscobel; his sons, Chris Frey of Boscobel and Luke Frey (Sarah) of Boscobel; his grandchildren, Franky, Rugar and Cinch Frey; and his siblings, Dennis Frey (Mary) of Nevada, John Frey of Wyoming, Shan Kramer (Mark) of Green Lake, WI, Patricia Williams (Jessie) of California and Robert Frey (Julie) of Boscobel. Get email updates about Jim Frey delivered directly to your inbox. He was one guy who was extremely instrumental in my career and in the Chicago Cubs, Hall of Fame second baseman Ryne Sandberg said. The Patriots did not announce a cause of death. He takes instruction well, he works hard, he wants to be good. For full obituary and coverage from Legacy.com, click here. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of James E. Frey to pay them a last tribute. Frey, 38, would also serve as a hitting coach and occasional first base coach in a 10-year term on the Baltimore coaching staff. James was born May 18, 1937 in Austin to Henry Frey and Cleo Caswell Frey as the sixth of eight children. October 8, 2022 May you find comfort and strength in God during this time of sorrow. Frey was living in Baltimore. (LogOut/ I loved his managing etc. Princeton avenges two losses to top-ranked Mason in regional semis, Ready to Bockfest? [6], During the strike-marred 1981 season, in which the Royals finished the first half with a 2030 record, Frey was criticized widely for not taking full advantage of a team built for speed and for failing to motivate his players by Kansas City vice president/general manager Joe Burke. In 1980, Frey led the Kansas City Royals of Major League Baseball (MLB) to their first American League (AL) championship, in his first year with the team. However, the Royals dropped the World Series to the Philadelphia Phillies in six games. Ill sign on the dotted line for that right now.. There will be a new area code in Southwest Ohio next month. Sandberg kept in touch with Frey for as long as he could. Bridget and I are here for you Carol if you need anything. Frey would ask Aaron where certain pitches had been. Remembering every player, one story at a time. Jim Frey was the former manager of the Chicago Cubs and Kansas City Royals. [5] This served as some sort of revenge for the Yankees having defeated Herzog's Royals for three consecutive seasons (197678) in the ALCS. Injuries suffered during the course of his career sapped his arm strength and his speed, though his hitting stayed pretty consistent. Love Brian and Bridget. One of Freys teammates on the 1953 Jacksonville Braves was a teenaged Hank Aaron. The season was put on hold for nearly two months because of the players strike, and when play resumed in the second half, the Royals went 10-10 in the first 20 games. Many a Friday nights we would meet for pizza after the kids games and enjoy a game of Uno. Freys job philosophy was simple: get the most out of 25 players. He was the second of five children, born to Ella Mae and James Will Fraser. James Allen Frey passed away on Friday, January 31, 2020 at the age of 87. He loved his neighbors and, without prompting or a request, Jim could be counted on to lend a hand to a friend or neighbor in need. Jim Frey was born in Cleveland on May 26, 1931. Zimmer, his old friend and third base coach, was let go as well. His sense of humor was just outstanding. We invite you to share condolences for Jim Frey in our Guest Book. If you enjoy reading this website and wish to support RIP Baseball, please visit our Support page. He is united and dancing. No services are scheduled at this time. The Dignity Memorial brand name is used to identify a network of licensed funeral, cremation and cemetery providers that include affiliates of Service Corporation International, 1929 Allen Parkway, Houston, Texas. Change). James embraced Zellas deep roots on the gulf coast and started a seasonal shrimping operation that allowed the family to spend quality time together on Copano Bay and surrounding area. Jim was born on September 26, 1951 in Calgary, Alberta. He would use this education, and his ever-present leadership skills, to advance within the companies he worked for before semi-retiring in 2015 as Director, Internal Resources for KAM Services in Tampa, Florida. His multiple decade career contributed to the growth in Austins semiconductor industry and impacted many professionals under his guidance. FAREWELL , TO A LONG-TIME LEGENDARY CHICAGO CUBS MANAGER BROTHER !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! He returned to the Class-A in 1953 this time with the Jacksonville Braves of the Sally League and proceeded to hit .317 and .316 in 1953 and 54, respectively. Mary Elizabeth Frey, 73, of Alpena, passed away after a long courageous battle with cancer on Wednesday, Feb. 22, 2023 surrounded by her family. They were married on May 8 1954. Jim coached me in my first year of professional ball in the Appalachian League. JIMMY WAS AN AMAZING MAN WHEN , MY STEP GRANDFATHER WATCHED HIM PROVERBS 4:10 . HOSEA 3:02 PETER 22:03:22 .. JOHN 2:07-2:25-3:16 ?????????????????????? We wouldnt be who we are as an organization without his guidance early on. When asked the secret to their 55 year marriage, his answer was simple: projects! Not that the relationship had anything to do with the hire. We invite you to share condolences for Jim Frey in our Guest Book. Born September 6, 1934 in Berkeley Heights, NJ, Jim attended Bernardsville High School, where he met the love of his life, Patricia Ellen Burke. My thought and prayers are with you all. Get them together and, oh, man.. We invite you to share condolences for Jim Frey in our Guest Book. He was the second of five children, born to Ella Mae and James Will Fraser. Despite his reputation as a good baseball coach, Frey was never the subject of managerial rumors until he was hired by the Kansas City Royals in October of 1979 to replace Whitey Herzog. His first real setback came after hitting .263 in 20 games for the Class-A Hartford Chiefs of the Eastern League. To the family Im sorry for your loss. I dont think he was putting me on either, Frey later said. Meet 283, the new 513. The Mets manager, George Bamberger, was an old friend of Freys and a fellow coach on the Orioles. James Frey Obituary. My husband Ray, who sufferred many strokes, is especially moved by Jim's passing as he stated "He (Jim) always talked to me when I walked around the block and he would ask how I was feeling and encourage me. Former Kansas City Royals and Chicago Cubs manager Jim Frey died Sunday at age 88. Looking at him at the age of 21, what he has done and what he can do is like a horse trainer looking at Man o War as a 2-year-old.. James is survived by his wife Zella, children James Frey Jr and wife Donna Karen, Will Frey, Clint Frey and Courtney Kieke and husband David, grandchildren Hannah, Jack, Madelyn, Cody, Gibson, Kiptyn, Peter, Bobby, and Grant, and great grandson Aiden. Still, the 1984 Cubs are revered among Cubs fans. View all posts by Sam Gazdziak. 10/21/1940 - 05/05/2014. 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Following the 1989 campaign, Frey was named co-Executive of the Year by United Press International (UPI).[2][9]. For many years he sponsored children through World Vision Canada, and spent Sunday nights before the pandemic volunteering his time with Everybody Eats Grande Prairie, to feed those who were hungry. JIM FREY OBITUARY Jim Frey was the former manager of the Chicago Cubs and Kansas City Royals. Growing up in Cincinnati, he played for the American Legion Bentley post, which was the American Legion runner-up in 1946 and the national champion in 1947. Box 389, Cedar Springs, MI. Read Full Obituary. When the Cubs beat the San Diego Padres in the first two games of the League Championship, it looked like the Cubs would break the infamous Billy Goat curse. The team then got past their old nemesis, the New York Yankees, with a 3-game sweep. Frey didnt spend much time talking with his players; he just expected them to do the jobs they were given. Frey had said that he wanted to remain active in baseball as a coach or manager after his playing days were over, and he got his chance when the Baltimore Orioles asked him to manage their Rookie-Level team in Bluefield, W.V., in 1964 and 1965. Sutcliffe ran into Frey a couple of years after the latter, his run as Cubs GM over, had been reassigned by the club and asked him what he was up to. James was born May 18, 1937 in Austin to Henry Frey and Cleo Caswell Frey as the sixth of eight children. James Paul Frey, also known as "Coach Frey" or "Large Frey," born April 7, 1947, passed away due to complications associated with COVID-19 on September 19, 2021 at the age of 74, in Tampa, Florida. During the clubhouse celebration following the division-clinching in Pittsburgh, Frey declared, "The monkey's off our back! When we left spring training, I made the statement that we had a lot of young players, that no one knew exactly what we had, that it would take time for them to come together as a team. Former Cubs skipper Jim Frey, who managed the team from 1984 to 1986 and led them to their first division title and first postseason appearance since the 1945 World Series, died Sunday at 88. The teams season came to an unfortunate end with a 4-games-to-2 World Series loss to the Philadelphia Phillies. The NBA doesnt even consider it playoffs, and the Bulls shouldnt view qualifying as an accomplishment. Phone: (780) 830-7742. Add a Photo Submit Your Message 22 Entries He was fired during the 1986 season after a 23-33 start. Receive a notification when services are updated. Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Apr. He enjoyed his time on his farm in the hill country with bird feeders and wildlife. In his first season as Royals manager, Frey led the team to the 1980 American League pennant before losing to the Philadelphia Phillies in the World Series. Frey managed in the big leagues for five seasons, compiling a 323-287 record. Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love. CANDLE HAS BEEN LIT CANDLES HAVE BEEN LIT, We are reviewing your submission. Survived by three sons, Steven J. Frey, Michael W. Frey (Charlotte Hertler), and Eric A Frey (Susan Frey). Williams: Castellini knows you don't want to hear from him. MEMORIES & CONDOLENCES. Jim graduated from Riordan High School in 1958. MEMORIES & CONDOLENCES. I told him, You should pick up the paper and see headlines: Ryne Sandberg won the game,' Frey explained. My family and I knew Jim and family back in Strongsville Ohio. The Chicago Cubs are saddened to learn of the passing of Jim Frey, former manager and GM.Jim was a central figure in our club's most memorable moments of the 1980s. His experiments with amateur beekeeping often provided comic relief for Zella, and they both determined that his skills were best suited for tractors and hers for the bees. He left baseball in 1992, citing a feeling of being worn out after 43 years in the game. Obituaries. Our sincere condolences to the Frey family. We spent time reminiscing about the sport teams. In spite of the heroics, Frey did not make the big-league club; his ESPN obituary stated that a left shoulder injury cost him a spot on the Opening Day roster, which went to Curt Flood instead. To plant trees in memory, please visit the. Just win. The idea is to use everybodys talents in contributing to the overall team success. Jim Frey, 49, of Salem died Sunday of a heart attack. The team reached the postseason for the first time since the 1945 World Series. "We join the baseball community in mourning Jim's passing and send our condolences to his family and friends," the Cubs said in a statement Tuesday. Hi how are you I was writing to you to give my condolences to you and your family etc.. rip. He had a particular love of Northern art. James Gottfried Frey (May 26, 1931 April 12, 2020) was an American professional baseball manager, coach, general manager, and Minor League Baseball (MiLB) outfielder. James William Frey. Add a Message. The Cubs lost to the Padres in the 1984 NLCS and to the Giants in 1989. An outfielder, Frey spent 14 seasons in the minor league organizations of the Boston and Milwaukee Braves, and the St. Louis Cardinals without reaching the majors. Jim joined the U.S. Navy and served as an aircraft mechanic out of Norfolk . Published by The Oregonian on Apr. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. His power stroke eventually led him to the Baseball Hall of Fame as well. Warmly, Galen & Sandy Carver. From. Jim was born on September 26, 1951 in Calgary, Alberta. MEMORIES & CONDOLENCES Expand the Memories and Condolences form. In 1996, Jim married Della Vance, also of Yellowknife, NT. JIM FREY OBITUARY. He enjoyed great professional success, working all over Canadas North, as well as in various places throughout the world. Early results showed Lee and her top challenger, Anthony Ciaravino, each with about 30% of the vote; In the 12th Ward, Anabel Abarca was trailing her challenger, Julia Ramirez. From November 1987 through the end of the 1991 season, Frey was the Cubs' general manager. The rest of his tenure wouldnt be as successful. Jim was an avid hunter and fisherman. [1] In the World Series, they lost to the Philadelphia Phillies, who won their first World Series championship. I remember as a neighbor, we could always count on Jim for always being there. At some point, he was moved out of the Braves organization, because his 1957 team, the Tulsa Oilers, was a Phillies affiliate. He said he wanted to job because of the climate and the chance to give his children some international traveling experience, not because it would further his own job aspirations. James A. Frey of Soldotna, Alaska, died peacefully in his sleep on Oct. 2, 2018, at a friend's home in Salem, Oregon. James often reflected that he knew he had to marry her if he was going to get her to Austin. He was predeceased by : his parents, Harold Frey and Betty Lou Frey; and his sister . The importance of saying "I love you" during COVID-19, Effective ways of dealing with the grieving process, Solutions to show your sympathy safely during the Covid-19 pandemic. Read Full Obituary.. "[8], The Cubs won the first two games against the San Diego Padres in the National League Championship Series at Wrigley Field, before they went to San Diego needing to win just one of the next three games. Chicago lost in five games to the San Diego Padres in the NL Championship Series, blowing a 2-0 series lead. He was a kind man.". Frey's record in just less than two seasons as Royals manager was 127105. With heavy hearts, we announce the death of James E. Frey of Alden, New York, who passed away on September 30, 2022 at the age of 69. The world has lost a true embassador of how to live out one's life through faith and values. Blackhawks, shaken by trades, fall flat against Coyotes, 11th Ward Ald. pic.twitter.com/gIRBAhxVd9. According to a rumor, Some of the Royals players delighted in the mistake. With over 1,900 locations, Dignity Memorial providers proudly serve over 375,000 families a year. Jackson and Smith flopped in their roles in 1991, and Zimmer was fired apparently on orders from Tribune Co. CEO Donald Grenesko, in May 1991. Bye. Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you. Jim Frey was the former manager of the Chicago Cubs and Kansas City Royals. (LogOut/ Former Cubs manager and GM Jim Frey has died at age 88. He scouted and managed in the minor leagues for Baltimore and coached for the Orioles under manager Earl Weaver from 1970-79. I was lucky enough to grow up next door to him. Herzog was popular and had won three division championships in four seasons; he was possibly fired by owner Ewing Kauffman and general manager Joe Burke over comments about the teams failure to bring in new players. Let others know about your loved one's death. [2], Following the end of Frey's playing career in 1963, he joined the Baltimore Orioles as a scout and MiLB manager. Jim was born November 3, 1939 in Sand Lake, MI the son of Harry and Blanche (Verburg) Frey. MAKE A DONATION. They remained close friends and considered each other family for the remainder of his days. Leave a memory or share a photo or video below to show your support. Frey didnt change his no-nonsense style, but it worked on this Cubs team. The service will be Tuesday 11:00 am at South Ensley United Methodist Church. By then, he was 26 years old and had proven he could compete at the AAA level. In life, Jim was a husband, a father, a mentor, a coach, a man of faith, a veteran, a hard-working man and the very definition of self-made. With the stats that are available on his Baseball Reference page, Frey was a lifetime .304 hitter in the minors and topped the .300 mark eight times. JIM FREY OBITUARY. He led the Texas League in hitting (.336), runs (102), hits (198) and doubles (50) and won the Most Valuable Player Award. I would comment about the cubs. With the new acquisitions and good performances from the existing players, the Cubs marched to the top of the division with a 96-65 record. Neither move worked, and the Cubs were without a closer. It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of James A. Frey of Boscobel, Wisconsin, who passed away on October 8, 2022, at the age of 67, leaving to mourn family and friends. [4] He led the Royals to a 9765 mark and the American League West Division title in 1980; then, in the 1980 American League Championship Series, the Royals swept their long-time postseason nemesis, the New York Yankees, in three straight games to capture the AL title. David Kessler's top 4 tips for dealing with holiday grief. The Cubs returned to the National League Championship Series in 1989 with Don Zimmer, Freys lifelong friend and his Cubs bench coach, as manager. Ryne Sandberg cited Frey as "the one guy who was extremely instrumental in my career. Published by The Advocate on Apr. I send my condolences to the entire Frey family for this difficult loss. Frey was given his second chance at a managers role when the Cubs and their GM, the aforementioned Dallas Green, hired him for the 1984 season. However, even a casual observer would see the deep respect, love, and warmth in their marriage that endured all highs, lows, and in between. I had a bad arm. James A. Frey Obituary It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of James A. Frey of Boscobel, Wisconsin, who passed away on October 8, 2022, at the age of 67, leaving to mourn family and friends. We invite you to share condolences for Jim Frey in our Guest Book. When my mom and I first moved into the community, Jim was one of the first people we met out on our daily walks. Frey batted .283, with 4 home runs and 45 RBIs for the Omaha Cardinals. Expand the Memories and Condolences form. 14, 2020. Claim Story Follow story. So very sorry to hear of Jims passingI knew him well as a fellow CEI employee and admired him in his role as safety director-Havent heard from or about him for several years and saddened to hear that he also lived in the Tampa area! We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time. He was hired by the Chicago Cubs for the 1984 season, and again struck paydirt as the Cubs won the division title, earning their first post-season appearance since 1945. I would like to express my deepest sympathies for the loss of your loved one, who will be remembered for his contribution to baseball history and being a great athlete. MEMORIES & CONDOLENCES. In 1989, the Cubs won the NL East again before losing to the San Francisco Giants in the NLCS. He became vice chairman of the New England Patriots, owned by friend Steve Kalafer, and shifted to an adviser role in later years. Its been exciting. A couple weeks later, he chose his old high school friend, Zimmer. They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel. Online donations can be made by selecting church rebuilding using following link: https://abundant.co/cofvwestphalia/give. He helped ease the tension of playing baseball in the sixties for me. This site is provided as a service of SCI Shared Resources, LLC. Frey coached for the New York Mets in 1982 and '83, then was hired by the Cubs to replace Charlie Fox. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. It's because of guys like Jim that I can say I was able to retire 28yrs later as a Leader lineman!! James E. Frey Obituary. Following in his fathers footsteps, he pursued a career in plumbing and pipefitting as a loyal member of Austins Plumbing and Pipefitters Local 286. Read Full Obituary. James Paul Frey, also known as Coach Frey or Large Frey, born April 7, 1947, passed away due to complications associated with COVID-19 on September 19, 2021 at the age of 74, in Tampa, Florida. JAMES FREY OBITUARY James A. Frey Crown Point, IN James A. Frey, age 73, of Crown Point, IN, passed away Friday, May 4, 2007. Its important to have a goal. He even discovered some power and hit 16 homers in 1960 with Rochester and in 1962 with Buffalo. He came to the Cubs from a trade with Texas. Frey spent several years as an Orioles scout and roving hitting instructor. Frey said that he told Sandberg that he needed to stop being the guy who set up someone else to have a big inning. James Gottfried Frey (May 26, 1931 - April 12, 2020) was an American professional baseball manager, coach, general manager, and Minor League Baseball (MiLB) outfielder. Sign up for service and obituary updates. Sutter fanned him on three pitches. A left-handed batting-and-throwing outfielder, Frey spent much of his career in the farm systems of the Boston/Milwaukee Braves and St. Louis Cardinals. At the time, it would have been hard to predict that the contact hitting Palmiero would pile up Hall of Fame numbers or that Moyer would pitch until he was nearly 50. As Sutcliffe shared this story Tuesday, he couldnt help but laugh. Prepare a personalized obituary for someone you loved.. November 24, 1954 - I will.miss him so . A unique and lasting tribute for a loved one. My family tolerates this about me. Frey was born in Cleveland, Ohio. He was 86. At the time, Sandberg was a spray hitter who relied on his speed. After a trying 1985 season in which the entire five-man starting rotation simultaneously spent time on the disabled list, the Cubs sputtered in 1986. He was born in Sacramento, Calif., and graduated from McNary High School in 1968. Zimmer was fired in May of 1991, and reports at the time indicated that Cubs president Don Grenesko went over Freys head and made the decision himself. Fill in your details below or click an icon to log in: You are commenting using your WordPress.com account. After spending the first half of 54 hitting over .340, Frey earned another All-Star selection. Martin and Lewis, anybody. Frey was fired the following season after the Royals got off to a 10-10 start during the second half of the strike-marred season. When he wasnt running those short-season teams, he would travel to other teams in the Orioles system as a trouble-shooting hitting instructor. Free agent signee George Bell hit 25 homers in 1991, but new pitchers Danny Jackson and Dave Smith were awful. He was predeceased by his brother, Norm, his sisters, Mary and Lillian, and is survived by his last remaining sibling, his brother, Chuck (Wendy) Fraser. A Memorial Service will be held at Bear Creek Funeral Home in Grande Prairie, at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 24, 2021. Frey was a little blunt about his playing career. The hole you have left behind for those you have mentored and loved can never be filled but we will live each day with your memories and live our lives in your honor. (LogOut/ Later on, Frey became Vice Chairman of the Independent Somerset Patriots of the Atlantic League of Professional Baseball, being a key figure in the team's early years. Freys first major deal, which sent Lee Smith to Boston for pitchers Al Nipper and Calvin Schiraldi, was a bust, but the 1988 Cubs finished in fourth place a step up from their previous seasons. I will miss my dear Buckeye friend and our driveway talks about life, work, current affairs, and the Buckeyes. Frey, Jim R. Age 80 of Sand Lake died Tuesday, December 31, 2019 at his home. It was as high as he would get, however. Well, you know Im still getting paid [by the Cubs], dont you? Frey said. Though Frey retired from baseball after more than 40 years in the game, he became involved in the formation of the Somerset Patriots, a team in the Atlantic League, in 1996. He died at his home in Ponte Vedra Beach, Fla., on April 12. Checks can be mailed to (Please make note the contribution is in remembrance of James Frey): 13603 Northland Dr., NE P. O. It was the first time he failed to top .300 in the minors, and the Braves sent him to Class-B Evansville. Jim immediately embraced our older son, a fellow journeyman lineman, sharing stories and their fascination with old insulators. Former Cubs pitcher Rick Sutcliffe, the 1984 NL Cy Young Award winner, recalled Frey and Zimmer rivaling any comedy team ever. Copyright 2023 Echovita Inc. All rights reserved. Together they had three children, Michelle, Neal, and Wendy. Haverford - James Louis Frey died on December 14, 2020. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations be made to the Westphalia Historical Society and the Church Rebuilding project. He was born in San Francisco, CA on October 21, 1940. Chicago Sun Times Former Cubs skipper Jim Frey, who managed the team from 1984 to 1986 and led them to their first division title and first postseason appearance since the 1945 World Series, died Sunday at 88. It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. In 1967, he married the love of his life, Zella Sawyer after a whirlwind courtship in Indianola, TX. Grief researchers say holding that missing funeral service, even a year or more later, can still help us heal. That's when I gave Jim's son Chris the nickname Uno. They just see something white coming up there and they hit it with a stick.. He was predeceased by : his father Bob Frey; and his niece Cynthia Marie Frey. Would you like to offer James A. Freys loved ones a condolence message? When he found out we were from Cleveland that made us instant friends. Closer Mitch Williams picked up 36 saves. After completing his four years of service, Jim left the Air Force in 1969. Freys special assignment was to work with young sensation Darryl Strawberry, the eventual 1983 Rookie of the Year. Frey was reassigned within the organization after the 1991 season, replaced by former Chicago White Sox general manager Larry Himes. 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