THE STORY
In 1961, the Chicago Cubs, under owner Philip K. Wrigley, implemented the "College of Coaches," a system where eight coaches rotated as head coach throughout the season. This approach led to a 64–90 record, finishing seventh in the National League. The experiment continued in 1962 but was abandoned after the Cubs finished 59–103, prompting a return to a single manager in 1963.
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Chicago Cubs
WHY IT MATTERS
The "College of Coaches" experiment is remembered as a significant front office decision in sports history, highlighting the challenges of unconventional management structures in professional sports.