Dispatch
Mellowed manager
A grinder as a player, Foli wants his teams to enjoy the journey
Thursday, April 3, 2008 3:18 AM
By
Jeff Thitoff
The Columbus Dispatch
FRED SQUILLANTE Dispatch
Clippers manager Tim Foli will focus on helping players reach their full potential.
During his major-league career, shortstop Tim Foli was regarded as a competitor with a fiery streak. Sometimes he rubbed other players the wrong way, but ultimately he was recognized as a guy who would do whatever it took to try and win the game. Now 23 years removed from his playing days and starting his tenure as manager of the Columbus Clippers, the 57-year old Foli has a different perspective on Foli the player.
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