Mike Scioscia Coaster

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Mike Scioscia: The Catcher Turned Manager

Mike Scioscia is a former professional baseball player and current manager who spent most of his career with the Los Angeles Dodgers. He was known for his strong defensive skills as a catcher and his successful managerial career. Here are some fun facts about this legendary player and coach:

• Scioscia was born in 1958 in Upper Darby, Pennsylvania. He was drafted by the Los Angeles Dodgers in 1976 and made his major league debut in 1980.
• As a player, Scioscia was known for his strong defensive skills as a catcher. He won two Gold Glove awards during his career and played in two All-Star games.
• In addition to his success on the field, Scioscia also had a reputation for being an excellent communicator and leader. He served as team captain for several years during his time with the Dodgers.
• After retiring from playing in 1994, Scioscia began coaching within the Dodgers organization. He served as bench coach under manager Tommy Lasorda before being hired as manager of the Anaheim Angels (now Los Angeles Angels) in 2000.
• During his tenure as Angels manager, Scioscia led the team to six American League West division titles, one American League pennant, and one World Series championship.
• In addition to his success on the field, Scioscia is also known for his philanthropic efforts. He has been involved with several charities throughout his career including The Dream Foundation and Children’s Hospital of Orange County.

Coasters are an ideal home décor accent, crafted with attention to detail and quality. Each coaster boasts an authentic card hand-mounted onto the high-quality ceramic tile measuring 4.25 x4.25 inches in size and 0.25 inches thick. The card may not always be the one pictured, as it depends on the current inventory.  However each card is carefully curated by Jake and Dean and the beauty and character is sure to impress! The tiles are then sealed with a bio-based resin for unbeatable protection, while the natural cork backing gives it that finished touch and makes it easy to showcase anywhere.