Cleveland manager Terry Francona steps down for rest of season By Zac Wassink | Last updated 7/29/21
As noted by The Associated Press (h/t ESPN), Cleveland Indians manager Terry Francona was recently sent home with a head cold and has a lengthy history of illnesses and ailments.
With Cleveland trading valuable pieces and seemingly punting on the remainder of the season, those left in the clubhouse will have to move forward without their boss through the end of September.
Cleveland confirmed Thursday night that Francona will step away for the rest of the 2021 campaign to focus on his health. Bench coach DeMarlo Hale had filled in for Francona and will become interim manager:
Eddie Rosario was traded this morning, too!
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