It’s August 10th and the Cleveland Indians hold a 3.5 game lead over second place Detroit in the American League Central. The Tribe has lived up to expectations this season after falling flat in 2015 when Sports Illustrated tabbed the Indians the team to beat in the World Series.
Manager Terry Francona has played a vital role in the club having sky high expectations the past few seasons. After all, he did help Boston end the “Curse of the Bambino” back in 2004. Widely regarded as one of the best skippers in baseball, Francona brings expectations with him wherever he coaches.