KFDM COOP Posted October 14, 2006 Report Posted October 14, 2006 Source: Cubs favor Piniella as new manager Lou Piniella could be the manager of the Chicago Cubs before the World Series begins, a source told ESPN.com's Peter Gammons. The Chicago Sun-Times first reported Saturday that negotiations between the Cubs and Piniella could begin Monday. On Friday, Piniella took himself out of the running for the Giants' opening. He has also spoken to the Nationals and Rangers, although he said the Washington job is not an ideal fit. The 63-year-old Piniella has been working in television since parting ways with the Devil Rays after the 2005 season following three difficult years as manager. Before that he managed the Mariners for 10 seasons, won the 1990 World Series as Reds manager and also managed the Yankees. The Cubs chose not to bring back manager Dusty Baker when his contract expired after going 66-96 this season. The Associated Press contributed to this report.
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