TORONTO -- Now in his 19th season as Angels manager, Mike Scioscia is accustomed to discussing the various accomplishments of his players, a frequent exercise for a man who oversees a roster that includes stars like Mike Trout, Shohei Ohtani, Andrelton Simmons and Albert Pujols. But Scioscia isn't as eager to acknowledge his own triumphs, even though he's approaching a milestone that encapsulates the longevity and success he's enjoyed at the helm of the Angels.
With 1,596 career managerial victories, Scioscia entered Wednesday only three shy from tying his mentor, Tommy Lasorda, for 20th on the all-time list.