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48. John W. Miller (“The Last Manager”)
Andy reminisces about Baltimore Orioles legend and Hall of Fame manager, Earl Weaver, with his biographer John W. Miller. The author now resides in Pittsburgh after a childhood spent abroad (mostly in Belgium) and recently wrote the ultimate Weaver in full book.
From the early years in St. Louis to the spring training in St. Petersburg, Florida in 1952 with Eddie Stanky as manager, hoping to earn a roster spot with the big club in St. Louis led by Stan Musial, Enos Slaughter amongst others. Weaver didn’t make that team and began his 20-year trek as player and manager in the minors. Finally…
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