Dive into the legendary journey of Tony La Russa, from the humble beginnings of alley baseball to becoming an MLB icon. This exclusive interview opens up the pages of La Russa's storied career, revealing the determination and sheer passion that propelled him to the top. With three World Series titles under his belt and a reputation for managerial excellence across the Chicago White Sox and St. Louis Cardinals, La Russa explains why he's not just a name in the MLB record books but a testament to the spirit of baseball itself.

Note: This episode was filmed in 2015, prior to his latest hiring with the Chicago White Sox.

CHAPTERS:
0:00 Introduction to Tony La Russa
2:22 Tony La Russa's Early Career
6:13 Joining the Oakland A's
13:16 The Art of SelfEvaluation in Baseball
17:10 Tony La Russa's Managerial Style
19:55 From White Sox to Oakland A's: La Russa's Journey
21:08 Managing the 1988 Oakland Athletics
24:09 The Impact of Kirk Gibson’s Home Run
27:34 The 1989 Loma Prieta Earthquake
35:35 Choosing St. Louis Cardinals
36:06 Remembering Darryl Kile
39:03 Resilience in Baseball: A La Russa Perspective
40:40 Triumph in the 2006 World Series
42:20 The 2011 World Series Victory
46:40 Evaluating Trades in MLB
48:49 Tony La Russa's Future Endeavors

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