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Red Sox members past and present reflect on Terry Francona's career
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Terry Francona steps away as Guardians manager, will assume future role with club after 11-year run, Pro Sports
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Antonetti not surprised Francona talking retirement; Tito 'in comfortable place' – News-Herald
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Energized' Francona returning for 11th season to manage Guardians in 2023 – News-Herald
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Guardians Manager Terry Francona Returning to Team in 2023 – NBC Chicago
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Francona says he will not recommend his replacement as Guardians manager
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Terry Francona steps away as Cleveland's winningest manager, 2 World Series titles with Boston
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Francona steps away as manager, will assume future role in the club
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Terry Francona steps down as Cleveland Guardians manager
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Terry Francona set for home finale as Cleveland's manager before retiring after illustrious career, National Sports
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Guardians manager Terry Francona hints that this could be his final season