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Continual Preparation Is Key for MLB Postseason Success, Says McKeon

Jack McKeon won as a manager and executive at MLB’s highest level, and at 93-years-old, still watches more than one dozen games on TV weekly.
Continual Preparation Is Key for MLB Postseason Success, Says McKeon
Manager Jack McKeon of the Florida Marlins tips his hat after a 3-2 win against the Tampa Bay Devil Rays after the Interleague MLB game at Pro Player Stadium in Miami, Fl., on June 22, 2003. Eliot J. Schechter/Getty Images
Donald Laible
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In less than two weeks, when MLB postseason games begin, Jack McKeon will be watching on TV.

Before you can say Jack Robinson, the Wild Card Series will be solidified, the mysteries surrounding who will win their divisional crowns, and ultimately, American and National League pennants will have been won and Game 1 of the 121st World Series will be played on Oct. 25.

Donald Laible
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Don has covered pro baseball for several decades, beginning in the minor leagues as a radio broadcaster in the NY Mets organization. His Ice Chips & Diamond Dust blog ran from 2012-2020 at uticaod.com. His baseball passion surrounds anything concerning the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum and writing features on the players and staff of the Pittsburgh Pirates. Don currently resides in southwest Florida.