Look: New Cincinnati Reds Manager Terry Francona Brought it Home With This Quote

Francona was officially introduced on Monday.

New Cincinnati Reds manager Terry Francona holds his jersey after an event to introduce the new manager at Great American Ball Park in downtown Cincinnati on Monday, Oct. 7, 2024. / Sam Greene/The Enquirer / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

Terry Francona was introduced as the next manager of the Cincinnati Reds on Monday at Great American Ballpark. He had a lot of quotes and a lot of answers to a lot of questions, but one stood out above the rest to me.

He was  asked about brining his experience of championship baseball from other manager postings to the Reds. While he reiterated that championship baseball is always the goal, Francona expanded on that in a relatable way.

“People talk about having fun," Francona said. "What I think is enjoyable is playing the game right and trying to kick someone’s ass. That’s what I think is fun.”

I believe we will be seeing a lot of fun at Great American Ballpark next season.

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