Astros manager Dusty Baker made his retirement official Wednesday while speaking with USA Today. The news ends speculation after reports of his potential retirement came out following Houston lost Game 7 of the ALCS 11-4 to the Rangers Monday evening. A press conference is scheduled for Thursday.
While Baker is stepping away from his role as manager, Baker expressed to USA Today's Bob Nightengale that he wants to remain involved in baseball going forward—even after more than a half-century in the game.
“I’ve still got a lot to offer; baseball has been my life,’’ Baker told Nightengale. “I have a lifetime of knowledge, much more than those who have never played the game.’’
