why do baseball managers wear numbers and uniforms, is there a chance they will play in the game ??

Answer 1

Yes, there is a chance that the managers will get into the game. Last season, Bobby Cox actually started 4 games in centerfield for the Braves and made a few spectacular diving catches. Ron Gardenhire also utilized himself as a pinch-runner last season on multiple occasions.

Answer 2

While coaches are required to be in uniform, the team manager is not -- an olde-tyme rule made to accomodate longtime Athletics manager (and owner) Connie Mack, who wore a suit while managing. However, only uniformed personnel are allowed on the field during play (other than for medical assistance, like the trainer, when needed). And back in the day, there was the occasional player-manager, though we haven't seen one since Rose put down the bat in 1986. It's more tradition than anything else, though if the manager doesn't wear the uni he cannot visit the mound or turn in the lineup card, and must send a coach to do it.

Answer 3

No so much now, but at one time many of them were referred to a player/manager and did get into the game. Pete Rose was a good example of this. That is why they wore uniforms and numbers. It is a tradition that just stuck and I like that they are dressed like the regular players.

Answer 4

No one is allowed on the field unless they are in uniform. Clark Griffith who was both owner and manager of the original Washington Senators choose to manage in a suit and tie which prevented him from arguing with umpires

Answer 5

It's tradition. Many managers were player/managers back in the day. I think Pete Rose was the last player/manager. It's a safe bet to say Pete may be the last.

Answer 6

up here in Boston Johnny Pesky wears his uniform from his days playing with ted Williams and the crew, at every home game