While much of Lou Piniella’s legacy takes the form of wins, losses, and pennants, there is another quality about Lou that we mustn’t ever forget: the ability to flip the fuck out when things don’t go his way. This inventory of nine spectacular managerial meltdowns is for you, Lou.
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As Lou Piniella lays down his spikes this week and retires from the Cubs, he gives us a legacy to look back on unlike any other active manager. While much of his legacy takes the form of wins, losses, and pennants, there is another quality about Lou that we mustn’t ever forget: the ability to flip the fuck out when things don’t go his way.
While a managerial tirade is hardly a cause for alarm, they are so juvenile and disarming coming from old men that one can’t help but grab another handful of popcorn, try not to choke while giggling, and act like that kid in the YouTube video who had to go to the dentist.
This inventory of nine spectacular managerial meltdowns is for you, Lou.
1. Wally Backman…