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Why Phillies Fans Should Be Excited About Gabe Kapler

By William Zeltman

MARYVALE, AZ - FEBRUARY 26: Gabe Kapler #33 poses for a photo during the Milwaukee Brewers Spring Training Photo Day at Maryvale Baseball Park on February 26, 2008 in Maryvale, Arizona. (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images)
MARYVALE, AZ - FEBRUARY 26: Gabe Kapler #33 poses for a photo during the Milwaukee Brewers Spring Training Photo Day at Maryvale Baseball Park on February 26, 2008 in Maryvale, Arizona. (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images) /
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Kapler’s biggest concern for the Phillies is that he may be too tough on his players. In today’s environment players respond more to players managers than old school fire and brimstone managers. There is a reason why Charlie Manual has a ring and Larry Bowa couldn’t win one when he was the Phillies manager. Kapler will at times need to curb his enthusiasm and use his ability to connect with individual players to keep his team motivated and playing for him.

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Phillies fans should be excited about Gabe Kapler’s tenure as manager. Kapler has the skills to connect with people, player development skills, preparation and work ethic, strategy, and leadership abilities. With these tools , Kapler should be successful as the Phillies next manager.

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