Updated: Nov 7, 2004, 2:42 PM

Vote: Wally Backman Fired


Wally Backman So much for Wally Backman's reign in Arizona. After revelations that Backman endured a checkered history following his days as a second baseman in the majors, the Diamondbacks fired their new manager, just days after hiring him to guide their rebuilding process. Is the team to blame for faulty vetting?
  • 1) What was the most damaging revelation about Wally Backman?
  • 2) Who is most to blame for the entire incident?
  • 3) Should the Diamondbacks have given Backman a fresh start?
  • 4) Would Backman have been successful as manager of the Diamondbacks?
  • 5) Who would get more out of next year's Diamondbacks?
  • 6) Will the publicity and stigma of this incident have any effect on Randy Johnson's status?
  • 7) What is the most embarassing hire in recent memory?

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