Here’s how hot each MLB manager’s seat will get in 2018
By Brad Weiss
Clint Hurdle, Pittsburgh Pirates
Clint Hurdle came to be known during his time with the Colorado Rockies, as he managed the team from 2002-09. Since his tenure there, he has gone on to become the manager of the Pittsburgh Pirates, where he has done a nice job turning the franchise around.
A perennial doormat, Hurdle actually has posted a 584-549 record with the team since taking over in 2011, and was the 2013 National League Manager of the Year. He led the team to the playoffs in 2013, 2014, and 2015, but has failed to do so in the last two campaigns.
Heading into this season, the Pirates have some huge holes to fill on their roster. No bigger than that of Andrew McCutchen, the legendary centerfielder who was an absolute stud during his time with the Pirates.
McCutchen has moved on to San Francisco, and will be replaced by Starling Marte in center this season. Marte is coming off a suspension for PED use, and is joined in the outfield by Corey Dickerson and Gregory Polcanco, giving them a solid trio out there.
Ivan Nova and Jameson Tallion will head the rotation, which is kind of a scary though considering who other teams in their division have leading their rotations. The NL Central is going to be a bear this season, and Hurdle could find himself on a hotter seat than usual by the All Star break.