GOODYEAR, Ariz. — The Reds had better hope that the nice-guys-finish-last cliche doesn’t play out for 2019.
That’s because new manager David Bell is one very nice guy. He’s unfailingly polite, upbeat and a pleasant to be around.
He seems to be genuinely enjoying his first taste of big league managing. When this was mentioned in a question, Bell’s answer began with a thank you.
“I appreciate that,” Bell said. “Every now and then, I have people I've known for a long time around here reminding me to not forget to do that. Because I can, we all can when you get locked into what you're doing.