ANtics Episode 2.35: Ron "Washed Away"

by louismg on Nov 12, 2006 7:14 PM PST in News

When the 2007 season starts, the A's will have a new manager. They will also have a new 3rd base coach, now that longtime coach Ron Washington has won the top job for the division rival Texas Rangers. While we and the A's will surely miss Wash and his contribution to the team, we can't help but be happy for his finding a job he so rightly deserved. The ANtics looks in...

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Does their hiring Wash change your opinion of the Rangers?

Yes - I will root for them when they don't play the A's.

33 votes

Yes - I will root for them to beat the A's. Stupid A's.

5 votes

No - I always secretly liked them the best.

2 votes

No - Once a rival, always a rival.

38 votes

What? Ron Washington is coaching hockey?

10 votes

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I might just get Extra Innings to see how the Rangers win a World Series in a "Post Buck Show-Falter" era.

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by Hit4TheCycle on Nov 12, 2006 10:28 PM PST reply actions

it might modify it a little

but probably not much...aside from wishing him success..to a point.

rip 2006, it was nice while it lasted.

by ak_A on Nov 13, 2006 6:28 AM PST reply actions

I Didn't Vote

Since I'm exiled in Texas for the moment, I'm able to see Rangers games. You bet I'll pay attention to Wash's work. I look forward to seeing him -- HIM -- improve the club. And I do hope he succeeds -- it'll be a testament to his abilities.

That said, I have two more comments: