Rob Manfred, MLB commissioner sent a statement to congratulate the appointment of Rachel Balkovec as the first manager in history. Balkovec became the first woman to be appointed manager of the Tampa Tarpons affiliate of the New York Yankees Organization.
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The statement highlights that, “On behalf of Major League Baseball, I congratulate Rachel on this historic achievement. As manager of the Tampa Tarpons, she will continue to demonstrate her knowledge and leadership within the Yankees organization. We wish Rachel all the best in her new role and appreciate her ability to lead the growing movement of women in baseball operations and player development. ”
“When Kim Ng was hired as the general manager of the Marlins before the 2021 season, it was an important step forward. I am grateful to see how the game has continued to progress on different levels. Major League Baseball is committed to offering and encouraging environments so that women and girls can continue their path towards our sport as players, instructors, umpires and in management. We are proud of Rachel, the new Astros Director of Player Development, Sara Goodrum and all the women in the sport who continue to set a great example for the next generation of fans and make it clear that both on and off of the field, baseball is a game for everyone ”.
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