US EditionNew Nationals manager Blake Butera got his first job in the majors the day his first child was born
- On Monday, Nov. 17, 2025, Blake Butera accepted the Washington Nationals managerial job the same day his wife, Caroline, gave birth to their daughter Blair, which he discussed at Nationals Park 2 1/2 weeks later.
- After leaving the Tampa Bay Rays in 2023, Butera joined Paul Toboni in Washington following a recommendation from Hall of Fame catcher Mike Piazza from the 2023 World Baseball Classic.
- Butera has no prior major-league in-game managerial experience and his only earlier stint was with the Hudson Valley Renegades, yet he contacted at least 20 current Nationals players and said, `He basically told me he's there to do all the media and give the speeches,`
- Sean Doolittle will stay on the coaching staff as Toboni stressed his personal vetting, saying `One of the things I thought about most is this isn't just about or the Nationals organization picking Blake.`
- After a front-office shakeup that removed Martinez and Rizzo, Terry Francona offered encouragement, saying `Just be yourself`, to 33-year-old Blake Butera, who was hired as Nationals manager.
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Blake Butera Named Nationals Manager on Same Day He Becomes a Father
The Washington Nationals named Blake Butera as the team’s new manager on the same day he and his wife welcomed their first child, marking a significant personal and professional milestone for the 33-year-old. The announcement comes as part of the Nationals’ effort to inject fresh leadership into the clubhouse following a period of rebuilding. Butera […] The post Blake Butera Named Nationals Manager on Same Day He Becomes a Father appeared first …
Nationals introduce Butera as MLB's youngest manager in over 50 years
WASHINGTON – Blake Butera sat at the dais in the press conference room at Nationals Park on Monday, looking out at the first two rows of seats filled by family. His relatives were there, his wife’s relatives were there, and -- snuggled up in a tiny Nationals jersey
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