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Charlie Manuel doesn't have a contract past 2011, but the Phillies' manager has no concerns about his job security. "My contract, we put something out there and we know exactly where we're at," Manuel told 610 WIP radio Tuesday. "I think it's just a matter of time."
It's difficult to envision a scenario in which a deal isn't completed, as Manuel has led the Phillies to previously unseen heights during his six years at the helm. Before Manuel's arrival, the Phillies had made the playoffs just once in 21 seasons, falling to the Blue Jays in the 1993 World Series.
They finished second in Manuel's first two years in charge but have won the NL East the last four years and in 2008 beat the Rays to capture their first World Series title since 1980. He has compiled a 544-428 record with the Phillies and is 764-618 overall as a manager including his 2 1/2 seasons in charge of the Indians.
Manuel, who turned 67 earlier this month, told WIP he would like to manage at least three more years.
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Source: http://mlb.fanhouse.com/2011/01/26/charlie-manuel-just-a-matter-of-time-before-phillies-contract/
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