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Jerry Narron, MAN, Free Agent
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Rangers | Narron hired
Mon, 25 Feb 2008 10:49:22 -0800
Anthony Andro, of the Star-Telegram, reports the Texas Rangers have hired Jerry Narron to serve as a consultant. Narron's role has yet to be defined but it is assumed he will assist the Rangers with scouting.
MLB | Narron won't coach in 2008
Sat, 22 Dec 2007 08:09:25 -0800
John Fay, of the Cincinnati Enquirer, reports that former Cincinnati Reds manager Jerry Narron has turned down four offers to coach in the big leagues during the 2008 season, and has decided to sit out the season.
Rangers | Narron a candidate for third base coach vacancy
Tue, 30 Oct 2007 19:16:14 -0700
T.R. Sullivan, of Rangers.MLB.com, reports former Cincinnati Reds manager Jerry Narron remains a candidate for the Texas Rangers' third base coach vacancy.
Reds | Narron fired
Sun, 01 Jul 2007 19:21:20 -0700
The Associated Press' Joe Kay reports the Cincinnati Reds fired manager Jerry Narron Sunday night, July 1. The Reds have the worst record in the major leagues at 31-51.
Reds | Narron realizes trades are imminent
Thu, 28 Jun 2007 23:53:05 -0700
The Dayton Daily News' Hal McCoy reports Cincinnati Reds manager Jerry Narron realizes multiple trades may be imminent as the team's last-place status sinks in and the deadline approaches. "What has frustrated me is that we're so close to being a competitive team," Narron said. "To lose so many close games at the end, it just takes its toll. It's a shame. It all comes back to pitching."
Reds | Gonzalez sits Wednesday
Thu, 07 Jun 2007 15:44:17 -0700
C. Trent Rosecrans, of The Cincinnati Post, reports Cincinnati Reds SS Alex Gonzalez (hamstring) did not start for the second straight day Wednesday, June 7. Manager Jerry Narron said, "he's not 100 percent yet." IF Juan Castro started in his place.
Reds | Long-term plans for Bailey
Thu, 07 Jun 2007 15:42:28 -0700
John Erardi reports for the The Cincinnati Enquirer that Cincinnati Reds P Homer Bailey is expected to stay with the team long-term after he does make his first career start Friday, June 8. Manager Jerry Narron said that this will not be a situation where Bailey will make one start then be sent back down. Bailey expects to be an important part of the team if they do make a playoff run and said, "I think, in their mind, it's 'Let's get him up here now just in case (we make a run) ... let him make his adjustments now, and if we need him later on in the season, he's already got his feet wet.'"
Reds | Narron ejected from Wednesday’s game
Thu, 31 May 2007 13:40:56 -0700
The Associated Press reports Cincinnati Reds manager Jerry Narron was ejected only six pitches into the Reds' game Wednesday, May 30, against the Houston Astros. Narron was ejected for arguing a called strike on Reds SS Alex Gonzalez and was ejected by umpire Bill Welke.
Reds | Freel supports Narron
Tue, 15 May 2007 12:47:35 -0700
Kevin Kelly, of The Cincinnati Enquirer, reports Cincinnati Reds 3B Ryan Freel supports manager Jerry Narron, despite the team's current slide of 11 losses in 13 games. "It's easy to blame people when they're losing," Freel said. "Right now, I know we're trying to do everything we can to win and I know Jerry is doing everything he can to put the best lineup in there or the best matchups. You can see that. He's doing that."
Reds | Narron away from team
Sat, 05 May 2007 03:22:54 -0700
Cincinnati Reds manager Jerry Narron was not with the team, Friday, May 4, because he was attending his daughter's graduation ceremony at East Carolina, according to the Associated Press. Bench coach Bucky Dent was left in charge, as the team lost, 6-5, to the Colorado Rockies.
Reds | Narron likes current one-two
Thu, 19 Apr 2007 13:01:38 -0700
Mark Sheldon, of Reds.MLB.com, reports Cincinnati Reds manager Jerry Narron likes the current batting lineup with OF Ryan Freel at leadoff and OF Josh Hamilton in the two-spot. Narron played the Freel-Hamilton combination for the second consecutive night Wednesday, April 18. "How many runs did we score [Tuesday]?" Narron said. "After the night they had last night with Freelie and Hamilton one and two, it's easy to play them again."
Reds | Closer plan sketchy
Mon, 02 Apr 2007 00:28:15 -0700
The Cincinnati Enquirer reports the Cincinnati Reds have no clear-cut closer candidate to open the 2007 season upon the release of RP Dustin Hermanson, but Reds manager Jerry Narron indicated RP David Weathers and RP Mike Stanton can close games if need be.
Reds | Narron won't name fifth starter until final day of camp
Mon, 26 Mar 2007 00:02:31 -0700
According to The Dayton Daily News' Hal McCoy, Cincinnati Reds manager Jerry Narron won't name the team's fifth starter until camp breaks sometime this week. Speculation is SP Matt Belisle is in the lead for the job.
Reds | Griffey: Will he or won't he be ready to play?
Wed, 14 Mar 2007 23:45:18 -0700
The Dayton Daily News' Hal McCoy reports Cincinnati Reds OF Ken Griffey Jr. (hand) may not be ready for Opening Day, as he still hasn't picked up a bat in a live game and only two weeks remain until the season gets underway. "We don't know when he will be available," Reds manager Jerry Narron said. "It's March 14 and the guy hasn't been able to play yet. At some point, you have to have some spring training. Hopefully, he'll be well enough to play in a couple of days. When he says he is 100 percent, we'll get him in there as quickly as we can."
Reds | Lohse pitches simulated game
Thu, 08 Mar 2007 00:10:44 -0800
The Dayton Daily News' Hal McCoy reports Cincinnati Reds SP Kyle Lohse (hamstring) pitched a simulated game on March 7 to test the hamstring he slightly strained five days before pitching against the Minnesota Twins. "It looks as if he'll be able to pitch in a game on his next turn," Reds manager Jerry Narron said.
Reds | Griffey works out at own pace
Wed, 07 Mar 2007 00:38:23 -0800
The Dayton Daily News reports Cincinnati Reds OF Ken Griffey Jr. (hand) continues to work at his own speed, taking daily batting practice and working on a back field with conditioning coordinator Matt Krause. "He swung some and said (his left wrist) is still sore and he is still day-to-day," said manager Jerry Narron. "I don't know when he might play, I really don't."
Reds | Majewski accepts he may not be with club at start
Mon, 05 Mar 2007 00:05:06 -0800
The Cincinnati Enquirer's John Fay reports Cincinnati Reds RP Gary Majewski (shoulder) is still rehabbing after a shoulder problem put him on the disabled list last season. He has yet to throw off the mound and likely won't do so until at least March 10. "I'm told it's a week to 10 days before he throws off the mound and does any more than he's doing now," Reds manager Jerry Narron said.
Reds | Freel will start but not see much infield duty
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 00:20:03 -0800
The Dayton Daily News reports Cincinnati Reds OF Ryan Freel will start for the team this season, but don't expect to see him too much outside the outfield. "Ryan Freel is a starter. He just doesn't always start at the same spot. But this year he'll mostly start in center and right and won't be seen much in the infield," Reds manager Jerry Narron said.
Reds | Narron believes Hamilton will make impact
Thu, 25 Jan 2007 23:56:43 -0800
The Cincinnati Enquirer's John Fay reports Cincinnati Reds manager Jerry Narron believes OF Josh Hamilton can make a big impact on the team, and he plans on giving Hamilton a chance at spring camp. "What I'm going to do is get him as many at-bats as I can at spring training," Narron said. "I told him to be ready to play every day. We'll try to get him 80 to 100 at-bats."
Reds | Griffey willing to try right if team can find center replacement
Tue, 16 Jan 2007 23:58:45 -0800
The Dayton Daily News reports Cincinnati Reds manager Jerry Narron will likely play OF Ryan Freel and others in center field and have OF Ken Griffey Jr. play some right field during the first couple weeks of spring training. "If we started spring training tomorrow, Griffey would be in center field, but right field in spring training is a possibility," Narron said.
Brewers | Narron to manage Helena
Thu, 21 Dec 2006 10:21:25 -0800
The Associated Press reports Johnny Narron will manage the Milwaukee Brewers rookie league affiliate, the Helena Brewers, next year. Narron is the brother of Cincinnati Reds manager Jerry Narron.
Reds | Bailey has no guaranteed rotation slot
Wed, 06 Dec 2006 01:00:34 -0800
The Dayton Daily News' Hal McCoy reports Cincinnati Reds SP Homer Bailey does not have a guaranteed spot in the 2007 rotation. Manager Jerry Narron wants to see more consistency from Bailey before he hands over a slot to him.
Reds | Griffey might shift to right
Mon, 04 Dec 2006 00:05:07 -0800
The Cincinnati Enquirer's John Fay reports the Cincinnati Reds might shift OF Ken Griffey Jr. from center to right, in an effort to reduce wear and tear on his body. "We're going to do whatever we can to keep him on the field," Reds manager Jerry Narron said.
Reds | Encarnacion won't play first base full-time
Mon, 02 Oct 2006 01:17:22 -0700
The Dayton Daily News' Hal McCoy reports Cincinnati Reds 3B Edwin Encarnacion played first base Oct. 1 in the team's season finale, but the Reds cautioned not to read anything into the switch. "Not enough healthy bodies, and I'm just trying to get through the last day," said manager Jerry Narron. "One day at first base isn't going to make a difference or tell us anything."
Reds | Corrected glitch results in higher average for Denorfia
Fri, 29 Sep 2006 01:06:44 -0700
According to Cincinnati.Reds.MLB.com, Cincinnati Reds OF Chris Denorfia has seen his average improve in recent days from .244 to .289. A glitch in Denorfia's swing was spotted by hitting coach Chris Chambliss and is credited for turning his average around. "When he came back here, he was holding his hands out over the plate and away from his body," Reds manager Jerry Narron said. "He'd gotten away from where he was a year ago and Spring Training. I don't even think he realized he was doing it. It seemed like he was hitting around everything. He was mechanically messed up."
Reds | Team may look at Hopper in 2007
Tue, 19 Sep 2006 00:57:05 -0700
The Dayton Daily News reports the Cincinnati Reds may take a look at the progress of OF Norris Hopper during the offseason, with an eye towards 2007. Hopper was the International League's leading hitter at Triple-A Louisville. "I definitely see a guy who can help us," said Reds manager Jerry Narron. "That doesn't mean he has the club made, but he can be at least an extra outfielder. But a lot can happen between now and next April 1."
Reds | Ross expected to see more starts at catcher
Mon, 28 Aug 2006 10:13:32 -0700
Mark Sheldon, of Reds.MLB.com, reports Cincinnati Reds C David Ross will get the majority of the starts behind the plate for the rest of the season. Manager Jerry Narron had been splitting time between Ross, C Jason LaRue and C Javier Valentin. Ross is hitting .400 with four home runs over his last six games.
Reds | Narron gets extension
Wed, 28 Jun 2006 12:23:26 -0700
The Associated Press reports Cincinnati Reds manager Jerry Narron received a two-year extension through the 2008 season.
Reds | Narron selected as All-Star coach
Thu, 22 Jun 2006 23:03:41 -0700
The Dayton Daily News' Hal McCoy reports Cincinnati Reds manager Jerry Narron was selected by Houston Astros manager Phil Garner as one of the National League coaches for the 2006 All-Star Game in Pittsburgh.
Reds | Narron to miss game Friday
Tue, 06 Jun 2006 06:27:59 -0700
Mark Sheldon, of Cincinnati.Reds.MLB.com, reports Cincinnati Reds manager Jerry Narron (personal) will miss the Reds game Friday, June 9, to be at his daughter's high school graduation. Bench coach Bucky Dent will take over managerial duties for the game.
Reds | Coffey earns first save
Fri, 19 May 2006 00:12:45 -0700
The Middletown Journal reports Cincinnati Reds RP Todd Coffey picked up his first save of the year Thursday, May 18, in a 9-8 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates. "Read whatever you want into it, but it was because Coffey pitched a long inning Wednesday and Dave Weathers didn't pitch," Reds manager Jerry Narron said. "We couldn't ask Coffey to pitch two innings today, so we reversed roles. If the same situation comes up tonight, Coffey will be back pitching two and Weathers the ninth."
Reds | Coffey getting it done
Sun, 14 May 2006 18:02:04 -0700
Cincinnati Reds RP Todd Coffey has been lights out this year in his role as a late-inning reliever, leading all National League relievers with nine holds and ranking second with a 0.86 ERA entering play Friday, May 12, according to Marc Lancaster, of the Cincinnati Post. He should eventually start to see some save opportunities, according to Reds manager Jerry Narron. Closer David Weathers remains in the role for now despite blowing saves on consecutive days May 10-11.
Reds | Dent serves as interim manager
Thu, 11 May 2006 22:44:56 -0700
The Dayton Daily News reports Cincinnati Reds bench coach Bucky Dent served as an interim manager Thursday, May 11, against the Washington Nationals. Dent was managing in place of Jerry Narron, who was attending his daughter's high school graduation. Narron made it back to Great American Ballpark in time for the fifth inning of that night's game.
Reds | Griffey return means other lineup changes
Thu, 11 May 2006 22:42:09 -0700
The Dayton Daily News' Hal McCoy reports the return of Cincinnati Reds OF Ken Griffey Jr. (knee) likely means IF/OF Ryan Freel will head to the bench. In addition, SS Felipe Lopez moved from second in the batting order to first and 3B Edwin Encarnacion moved up to second during the Thursday, May 11, game against the Washington Nationals. "Encarnacion batted second a little bit in spring training and swung the bat pretty good in that spot. I don't know what Jerry will do full-time," said Reds interim manager Bucky Dent, who was managing in place of the absent Jerry Narron.
Reds | Griffey might return Wednesday
Tue, 09 May 2006 22:59:54 -0700
The Associated Press reports Cincinnati Reds OF Ken Griffey Jr. (knee) could be activated from the 15-day disabled list and start as soon as Wednesday, May 10, depending on how he feels. "He looked like he was running today without holding anything back," Reds manager Jerry Narron said. "I look forward to having him back in the lineup."
Reds | Freel sits out Sunday
Sun, 07 May 2006 22:10:53 -0700
Reds.MLB.com's Mark Sheldon reports Cincinnati Reds 2B/OF Ryan Freel was given the day off Sunday, May 7. He has struggled recently, going just 3-for-24, to see his average plummet to .237. "Over the last three weeks he's played almost every day," said Reds manager Jerry Narron, "and I think it will help him by taking a couple of days off, as much as I like seeing him in the everyday lineup."
Reds | Encarnacion impressing early
Thu, 27 Apr 2006 14:29:31 -0700
Mark Sheldon, of Reds.MLB.com, reports Cincinnati Reds 3B Edwin Encarnacion has been a factor for the team early this season, leading the Reds with 23 RBI. "He's always had a reputation in the Minor Leagues as a guy that can drive in runs and be an outstanding hitter," manager Jerry Narron said. "There's no reason why he shouldn't do it at the Major League level."
Reds | Coffey may not close right away
Tue, 25 Apr 2006 23:55:30 -0700
The Dayton Daily News' Hal McCoy reports Cincinnati Reds manager Jerry Narron is in no hurry to move Reds RP Todd Coffey to the closer's role, saying he might be best suited in middle relief or set-up duty for the time being. "I have all the confidence in the world in bringing Coffey into games with men on base. That's what might keep him in that seventh- and eighth-inning role — his ability to do that. It's not easy coming in with men on base and face the middle of the order," Narron said.
Reds | Phillips keeping up torrid pace
Mon, 24 Apr 2006 00:24:27 -0700
The Dayton Daily News' Hal McCoy reports Cincinnati Reds 2B Brandon Phillips had three hits, including a home run, extending his hitting streak to seven games after an 11-0 shutout Sunday, April 23, against the Milwaukee Brewers. In that stretch, Phillips has four doubles, three homers, 17 RBI and five runs scored. "Seventeen RBI in one week? That's some week," said Reds manager Jerry Narron. "That's some month. I don't know if I've seen that before and he should be Player of the Week."
Reds | Hammond sent home due to flu
Thu, 20 Apr 2006 00:26:36 -0700
The Dayton Daily News reports Cincinnati Reds RP Chris Hammond (flu) was sent home following a visit to the trainer's office before the team's game on Wednesday, April 19. Asked if Hammond would be on the charter to Milwaukee for a series with the Brewers, Reds manager Jerry Narron said "If he's sick, I hope not. But I do hope he can join us in Milwaukee."
Reds | Relief may be a work in progress
Thu, 23 Mar 2006 00:52:37 -0800
The Dayton Daily News' Hal McCoy reports a closer by committee approach may be used in Cincinnati. Reds MAN Jerry Narron has not indicated which pitcher will be utilized as a stopper in the ninth inning. "If Kent Mercker or David Weathers are available, they're in there," he said. "If neither are available, then it is who is available. I go right down the line from Todd Coffey to Brian Shackelford to Chris Hammond to Matt Belisle or Ryan Wagner or Mike Burns, if they are with us."
Reds | Pena Hurting Outfield Chances?
Thu, 16 Mar 2006 23:48:45 -0800
Reds.MLB.com reports Cincinnati Reds OF Wily Mo Pena has only had six at-bats in the last two games of the World Baseball Classic, and Reds MAN Jerry Narron believes that inactivity may be hurting his chances to grab an outfield spot in the lineup.
Reds | Decision On Second To Go Down To Wire
Sun, 12 Mar 2006 00:17:21 -0800
The Cincinnati Enquirer's John Fay reports the decision on who will start at second base for the Cincinnati Reds will likely go to the end of spring training, according to MAN Jerry Narron. IF Ryan Freel has started four times. 2B Tony Womack has started six games, IF Rich Aurilia started one and IF Frank Menechino started one.
Reds | Hatteberg Gets First Work
Sun, 05 Mar 2006 23:45:20 -0800
According to The Dayton Daily News, Cincinnati Reds 1B Scott Hatteberg will see time at the position while OF Wily Mo Pena is at the World Baseball Classic. 1B Adam Dunn will move to left field. "Hatteberg gives us a guy who will give you a good at-bat every time an d put the ball in play," said Reds MAN Jerry Narron. "I'm going to do everything I can to keep Hatteberg sharp if he is going to help us."
Reds | Hancock's Release Was Manager's Decision
Mon, 20 Feb 2006 00:09:39 -0800
Updating a previous item, The Cincinnati Enquirer's John Fay reports the decision to release Cincinnati Reds P Josh Hancock was made by MAN Jerry Narron and backed up by general manager Wayne Krivsky. "Can he be a successful pitcher at 17 pounds more than he's asked to be? Maybe. But we looked at last year. He was on the disabled list for 133 games. We did not see the commitment we wanted to see," Narron said.
Reds | Dunn Done Deal At First
Thu, 08 Dec 2005 23:45:45 -0800
According to The Cincinnati Enquirer's John Fay, the trade of 1B Sean Casey to the Pittsburgh Pirates will free the Cincinnati Reds to use OF Adam Dunn at first. "There's no doubt (Dunn) can do the job at first base," Reds MAN Jerry Narron said. "I have not talked to him, but last year, at the end of the season, he did a decent job over there."
Reds | Moses Could Change Jobs
Thu, 03 Nov 2005 21:15:36 -0800
Reds.MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince reports Cincinnati Reds manager Jerry Narron hopes to move current bench coach Johnny Moses to the first base coaching job.
Reds | Dent For Bench Coach?
Wed, 12 Oct 2005 23:49:03 -0700
The Cincinnati Post's Marc Lancaster is reporting Cincinnati Reds MAN Jerry Narron wants to hire former New York Yankees SS Bucky Dent as the team's bench coach. Dent and Narron go back in baseball to the late 1970s, when Dent was in New York as a shortstop and Narron was a catcher.
Reds | Whisler Will Not Return
Sat, 08 Oct 2005 23:33:31 -0700
The Cincinnati Enquirer's John Fay reports Cincinnati Reds first base coach and infield instructor Randy Whisler will not return for the 2006 season, the only one of the Reds coaching staff who was let go by Reds MAN Jerry Narron.
Reds | Narron’s Interim Tag Lifted
Thu, 29 Sep 2005 09:43:24 -0700
SportsTicker reports the Cincinnati Reds have lifted the interim manager tag off Jerry Narron and signed him through the 2006 season with a mutual option for 2007.
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