John Farrell (farrejo03)
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John Edward Farrell
- Bats Right, Throws Right
- Height 6' 4", Weight 210 lb.
- School Oklahoma State University
- High School Shore Regional High School
- Debut August 18, 1987
- Final Game May 22, 1996
- Born August 4, 1962 in Monmouth Beach, NJ USA
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[edit] Biographical Information
Pitcher John Farrell was signed as a 2nd round pick in the 1984 amateur draft by the Cleveland Indians and scout Red Gaskill.
After his playing career ended, Farrell spent several seasons working in the Indians' front office. In 2004 he was the Indians' director of player development. He was named Boston Red Sox pitching coach for the 2007 season. He would serve in the position for four seasons. Farrell led the Red Sox to an ERA title in 2007, and the club had a 4.25 overall ERA during his tenure, ranking 5th in the American League. The Boston Chapter of the BBWAA selected Farrell as the winner of the Red Sox Good Guy Award in 2009.
Hoping to build upon his expertise with pitchers, the Toronto Blue Jays presented him as their new manager on October 25, 2010, replacing the departing Cito Gaston.
Farrell is the father of infielder Jeremy Farrell who is in the Pittsburgh Pirates organization and Shane Farrell who pitches for Marshall University. He is the son of Tom Farrell (Indians farmhand, 1953-1955).
[edit] Notable Achievements
- 200 Innings Pitched Seasons: 2 (1988 & 1989)
| Preceded by Cito Gaston | Toronto Blue Jays Manager 2011- | Succeeded by Current |
[edit] Year-By-Year Managerial Record
| Year | Team | League | Record | Finish | Organization | Playoffs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Toronto Blue Jays | American League | 81-81 | 4th | Toronto Blue Jays | |
| 2012 | Toronto Blue Jays | American League | Toronto Blue Jays |
