Counsell Appreciation

[DBQbrewer]

I just wanted to put out a note of appreciation for our manager as we head to the postseason and an unknown future.  Watching the replay of Cahna's slam last night I noticed Counsell in the dugout.  At the crack of the bat his whole body jolted like he had been electrocuted and he was on the phone with the bullpen before the ball landed.  I freaking love this guy.   I know there are a few great managers out there but he is among the best.  His commitment and enthusiasm is obvious and would motivate any player.  Plus he is as prepared and decisive as anyone could be, with a great feel for his players strengths.  I hope he stays in Milwaukee forever but if he decides to step away or follows Stearns to NY or anywhere else I would not fault him.  He deserves whatever he wants.

[Brock Beauchamp]

26 minutes ago, DBQbrewer said:

I just wanted to put out a note of appreciation for our manager as we head to the postseason and an unknown future.  Watching the replay of Cahna's slam last night I noticed Counsell in the dugout.  At the crack of the bat his whole body jolted like he had been electrocuted and he was on the phone with the bullpen before the ball landed.  I freaking love this guy.   I know there are a few great managers out there but he is among the best.  His commitment and enthusiasm is obvious and would motivate any player.  Plus he is as prepared and decisive as anyone could be, with a great feel for his players strengths.  I hope he stays in Milwaukee forever but if he decides to step away or follows Stearns to NY or anywhere else I would not fault him.  He deserves whatever he wants.

Welcome to Brewer Fanatic!

No matter what happens with Craig, he's one of the best managers in baseball and an integral part of the best stretch of Brewers baseball in the history of the franchise. He deserves a hat tip whether he stays, retires, or goes to the Mets.

[Brian]

Welcome DBQbrewer.  Cana is a solid ballplayer and we got him only on July 31st.

IMO Craig isn't going anywhere, he doesn't seem like the type to chase the money or live in NY either.  I think he would be sorry if he does, but that choice is up to him. Welcome.

[tmwiese55]

Yes good post, truly one of the best and hopefully he sticks around at least one more year (assuming they do a kind of final go for it with this core).   The few folks going on their rants two-ish weeks to go seem not be keeping that thread going for some reason.    

Also, props to him and whoever else is in charge of the bullpen from all angles: scouting, acquiring, development, daily coaching/management.   Every year they turn over several guys and find and/or fix more guys to fill in and they've been doing it for years now.