When Francona stepped away at the end 2023 after 11 seasons managing Cleveland, he needed a shoulder replacement and double hernia surgery. He had missed extended time in 2020 and 2021 due to health complications.
He figures there’s little point for veterans to use it since the system won’t be in effect in the majors this season.
There wasn't a lone factor that allowed Stephen Vogt the confidence he has in his job today, but his predecessor, Terry Francona, certainly helped.
New Reds skipper Terry Francona wants his players to concentrate on getting ready for 2025 MLB season, one that won't include challenge system.
Cincinnati Reds manager Terry Francona does not want to see his regulars utilizing the ABS system during spring training.
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Reds manager Terry Francona doesn’t see the point of asking his veteran players to utilize the experimental ABS system during spring training.
Terry Francona came out of a one-year retirement to take the managerial reins of the Cincinnati Reds this season.
Five parks in Arizona and eight in Florida have been fitted with the ABS challenge system technology this spring.
SCOTTSDALE, Arizona − The Cincinnati Reds ' bats went quiet against the San Francisco Giants in a 5-2 loss at Scottsdale Stadium on Sunday. Nick Martinez made relatively quick work of the Giants in his Cactus League debut after Reds manager Terry Francona endorsed Martinez to join the club's rotation earlier in the day.
The Reds are off Tuesday. They return to action Wednesday against the Los Angeles Angels (3:05 p.m. ET). The game is scheduled to be broadcast in the Cincinnati TV footprint via FanDuel Sports Network Ohio. Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle.
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