Joe Maddon: podcast appearances and interviews

Joseph John Maddon, born on February 8, 1954, is an American former professional baseball manager with a career spanning several Major League Baseball teams. He began his baseball career as a player and coach in the minor leagues before joining the MLB coaching ranks with the Los Angeles Angels in 1994. During his tenure with the Angels, he served under managers including Buck Rodgers, Marcel Lachemann, John McNamara, Terry Collins, and Mike Scioscia, and held two stints as interim manager. Maddon later managed the Tampa Bay Rays from 2006 through 2014. During this period, he led the team to the 2008 American League pennant, marking a significant achievement in his managerial career. Following his decision to opt out of his contract after the 2014 season, he became the manager of the Chicago Cubs. In 2015, he guided the Cubs to the National League Championship Series and received the National League Manager of the Year award. The following year, he achieved one of the most notable accomplishments in his career by leading the Cubs to their first World Series title since 1908. Maddon's managerial career with the Cubs continued until 2019, after which he managed the Los Angeles Angels from 2020 to 2022. Throughout his career, Maddon has been recognized for his leadership and success in Major League Baseball.