15 photos that prove Joe Maddon is no ordinary manager

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In his first season in the Windy City, Cubs manager Joe Maddon was named NL Manger of the Year after leading Chicago to a 97-win season.

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It’s the third time Maddon has received the award. With nine first-place votes, he beat out St. Louis’ Mike Matheny and the Mets’ Terry Collins.

Even after just one season with the Cubs, it’s easy to see that Maddon is special.

15 photos that prove Joe Maddon is no ordinary manager

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