Rogers' MLB whispers: Is Dusty Baker's job safe in Cincinnati? -- chicagotribune.comDusty Baker may not be as safe in Cincinnati as the Reds' strong finish would suggest. Owner Bob Castellini reportedly has his eye on the Cardinals tandem of manager Tony La Russa and pitching coach Dave Duncan. ... Another former Cubs manager, Don Baylor, is being mentioned as a candidate for the vacancy in Houston, but general manager Ed Wade is trying to sell Jim Fregosi to owner Drayton McLane. ...
I don't see it to be honest. This season did not live up to the hype, but even the greatest manager would have likely produced a loser or (a fledgling .500 team) with the kind of injury hits and bad luck that this club saw. Plus, we know how tight the payroll already is and bringing in LaRussa and Duncan would take away any available flexibility the Reds would have this offseason in signing additional talent.
Seems more like speculation than actual rumor. Thoughts?