Jim Fregosi's managerial record

15 seasons managing - two division titles (1979, 1993), one league title (1993). Career record: 1028-1095. Finished second or better three times in 15 years. Finished .500 or better five times. Will be 68 years old on April 4th next season.

Art Howe's managerial record

14 seasons managing - two division titles (2000, 2002), no league titles. Career record: 1129-1137. Finished second or better four times in 14 years. Finished .500 or better seven times. Will be 63 years old in 2010.

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