Gene Mauch
| Birthdate | 11/18/1925 |
| Death Date | 8/8/2005 |
| Debut Year | 1960 |
| Year of Induction | |
| Teams | Angels, Expos, Phillies, Twins |
| Position | Manager |
Gene Mauch managed four teams over 26 seasons. At the time of his retirement, Mauch’s 1,902 wins as a manager ranked 8th All Time.
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Gene Mauch's 1,902 wins are the most by any manager without a World Series appearance
Gene Mauch's 1,902 wins are the most by any manager without a World Series appearance
A Major League infielder for six teams from 1944-1957, Gene Mauch had a rather nondescript playing career. Shown here is a 1949 autoball contract signed by the then 23-year old Mauch.
The contract stipulates that Mauch will supply his signature to appear on baseballs with the stamped autographs of others. Mauch’s haul? He is to receive one cent per ball sold.
Mauch lasting fame came in his 26-year managerial career that went from 1960-1987. An excellent in-game skipper who used his bench wisely, Mauch earned a reputation for provoking opponents through taunting.
Mauch was also known for his strong temperament that stressed a belief in himself and his teams. Loyal perhaps to a fault, Mauch was nicknamed “The Little General“.
Though he managed for four teams, Mauch’s highest winning percentage came while at the helm of the California Angels. He served two stints with the club, 1981-1982, and 1985-1987 and helped guide them to two American League Western Division titles. His Angel teams went a combined 379-332, good for a .533 winning percentage.
Mauch’s 1,902 wins are by far the most of any manager who never appeared in a World Series. More than a dozen Hall of Fame skippers finished with less wins.
