Just kidding. The thing is, there really isn't a very worthy candidate in the NL. In fact, Yost probably would have been the clear winner if his Brewers hadn't self destructed down the stretch this year. Joe Maddon maximized his talent in the AL, but there's no real overachieving team in the NL.
Just take a look at the playoff contenders in the NL: The Cubs are clearly the most talented team, so Lou Pinella didn't have to do much. The Mets came on strong when Jerry Manuel was hired, but they have since struggled and they are apparently trying to miss the playoffs. The Phils should be running away with their division, yet they're fighting for a spot. The Brew Crew might fall out of the playoffs after leading the Wild Card all year. The Dodgers only got going once Manny came to tinsel town, and no one from the NL West deserves any awards.
Winner: Lou Pinella
Sure, he has more talent than anyone else, but at least he's won consistently. The Cubbies were the dominant team in the NL, and in such a weak year for managers, that's good enough for me.
Runner up: Dale Sveum
Hey, if some people are willing to give Sabathia the MVP for two months, why not give Sveum Manager of the Year for two weeks. If the Brewers make the playoffs it will clearly be thanks to his managing. That's why they fired Yost right?
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