Read: No Hard Feelings, Mets and Bobby V
In a report for FOXSports.com, Bob Klapisch looks in to a reunion between the Mets and Bobby Valentine could one day be a possibility.
According to Klapisch, “Despite having fired him in 2002, Met ownership has no hard feelings toward Valentine. In fact, he and GM Omar Minaya remain close friends… Does that mean Valentine is next in line to succeed to Jerry Manuel? It depends on whether the Mets survive September, not to mention October. But there’s no question a coup is coming if the Mets fail to catch the Phillies — starting with a new manager.”
…i think what i liked most about valentine is that he captured so many elements that we, the fans, love: he was charming, weird, funny, entertaining, super smart, he motivated his club, he was controversial to a fault, he used stats, played form his gut, and even wore a disguise… he will always hold a special place in my heart, because i know he is capable of pushing a team to be overachievers, and i like the underdog, and i sense he does as well… that said, i like jerry, and think he’s a good fit for this specific roster… if, however, the Mets decide to change, go younger, tougher, etc., and they decide to one day replace manuel, i’d be all for the return of bobby v…
Yesterday, in a report for SI.com, Jon Heyman said, if the Nationals fire Manny Acta, Valentine may be among the possible replacements, according to a National League source.
The poll in the article says 68 percent of the 11,000 people who voted believe Valentine will one day return to manage the Mets.
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