Hurdle's

Hurdle's upbeat attitude and enthusiasm contrast to the more stoic personality of predecessor Russell, whose players sometimes were unhappy when he stayed in the dugout and refused to argue close calls.

Pittsburgh Pirates Hire New Manager AP 2010

… Willie Randolph, fired last month as manager of the New York Mets and removed from Clint Hurdle's NL coaching staff, accepted an invitation by Yankees owner George Steinbrenner to attend the game.

Notes: Lincecum hospitalized before All-Star Game 2008

Hurdle's upbeat attitude and enthusiasm contrast to the more stoic personality of predecessor Russell, whose players sometimes were unhappy when he stayed in the dugout and refused to argue close calls.

Pittsburgh Pirates Hire New Manager AP 2010

But all three pitched Sunday, narrowing Hurdle's choice.

NL notes: Sheets' Ks earn starting nod 2008

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Colorado's Kid Rocks on a roll few can remember 2007

Hurdle's analysis tends more toward the character of his team.

Rockies' run described as 'something special' 2007

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Changing closers gave bullpen new life 2007

Some Irish workmen were nearby and Hurdle's plan was carried out with Hurdle as supervisor.

OUR CREW 2005

'Oh yes, I know she's in London, and Hurdle's at Frisco, swearing that he'll come after her.

The Way We Live Now Anthony Trollope 1848

Hurdle's explanation for the move was typically blunt.

The Seattle Times 2011