How many managers won world series title as a player?

Answer 1

Of the 30 MLB managers that started the 2012 season, 6 won the World Series as a player.

1) Dusty Baker, Reds - 1981 Dodgers.

2) Bud Black, Padres - 1985 Royals.

3) Kirk Gibson, Diamondbacks - 1984 Tigers and 1988 Dodgers.

4) Joe Girardi, Yankees - 1996, 1998, and 1999 Yankees.

5) Davey Johnson, Nationals - 1966 and 1969 Orioles.

6) Mike Scioscia, Angels - 1981 and 1988 Dodgers.

Of the six managers listed above, three have also won a WS as a manager ... Girardi (2009 Yankees), Johnson (1986 Mets), and Scioscia (2002 Angels).