This was a very difficult decision. Ed has devoted himself completely to this organization for 16 years, the last eight as general manager. I believe he's done a good job. We're a better club today than when he took over. However, we set goals for ourselves. We haven't achieved our goals. I think it's appropriate at this time to find a new GM.
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Both have pretty substantial resumes. Pat has accomplished a great deal in three situations. Gerry has a very strong resume based on his nine years in Houston.
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I don't think that perception is accurate, ... I think I've said it many times In my job, I probably do baseball about 15 percent of the time. And I'm a believer that you leave the baseball decisions (to) those who live it every minute of every day. And Ed certainly would be among that number.
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