Report: Dodgers interview Kirk Gibson for manager's position
The Dodgers have interviewed former World Series hero Kirk Gibson for their managerial vacancy, reports the Los Angeles Times.
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The Dodgers have interviewed former World Series hero Kirk Gibson for their managerial vacancy, reports Dylan Hernandez of the Los Angeles Times. The interview took place last week.
Gibson played parts of 17 seasons in the big leagues, including three with the Dodgers. In Game 1 of the 1988 World Series, Gibson hit a pinch-hit walk-off home run with two injured legs against Hall of Famer Dennis Eckersley. It's one of the most famous home runs in baseball history:
Gibson, who was named NL MVP that year, was dealing with a left hamstring strain and a swollen right knee and was not expected to play Game 1 at all.
The 58-year-old Gibson managed the Diamondbacks from 2010-14. The team went 353-375 (.485) under his watch. Gibson spent last season broadcasting for Fox Sports Detroit, covering the Tigers.
Gibson was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease earlier this year. He is able to manage the condition through medication and other treatment.
The Dodgers and manager Don Mattingly parted ways after the season. Gibson is one of the several managerial candidates the team has interviewed. Gabe Kapler, Bud Black, Bob Geren, Darin Erstad and Dave Roberts are among the others.
