Pat Murphy and Stephen Vogt rewrite MLB history with stunning comebacks
Pat Murphy, a man who grew up attending minor league games at Syracuse's MacArthur Stadium, has made a remarkable impact in his first season as manager of the Milwaukee Brewers. Meanwhile, Stephen Vogt continues his impressive streak with the Cleveland Guardians.
Murphy, who previously coached at the University of Notre Dame and Arizona State University, took the helm of the Brewers in 2024. His impact was immediate, guiding the team to a major league-best 97-65 record. This impressive performance earned him the NL Manager of the Year award for the second consecutive season. Murphy's journey to the big leagues began in an unconventional way - he used to collect baseballs that went over the fence during batting practice at MacArthur Stadium, often being chased away by Bobby Cox or his staff.
Under Murphy's leadership, the Brewers secured their first NL Central title. Meanwhile, Stephen Vogt continued his dominance in the American League, leading the Cleveland Guardians to their second straight AL Central title. Vogt's achievement is all the more remarkable considering the Guardians overcame a 10-game losing streak in June and July. Their comeback is historic - they clawed back from 15.5 games behind Detroit in early July to clinch the title on the final day of the season, the largest in-season comeback in MLB history.
Pat Murphy's rise from a baseball-loving youth in Syracuse to winning back-to-back NL Manager of the Year awards is a testament to his dedication and skill. Meanwhile, Stephen Vogt's leadership of the Cleveland Guardians, culminating in their historic comeback, solidifies his place as one of the league's top managers.
