Can-Am Brockton Rox

Rox offer Theo Epstein GM post

Published on November 3, 2005 under Canadian American League (Can-Am)
Brockton Rox News Release


BROCKTON - The Brockton Rox will officially offer the position of General Manager to former Red Sox GM Theo Epstein today. After three years at the helm of the Red Sox, it's assumed that Epstein is looking for a greater challenge.

"We haven't won a championship in two years," said Rox President Jim Lucas. "But we're bringing in a new manager, scouring the waiver wires and we can't think of a better candidate to manage our $87,500 team payroll than Theo Epstein."

Epstein put together three consecutive post-season teams in his tenure with the Red Sox. In 2005, he managed to do it within the confines of a $121,311,945 payroll. The Brockton Rox - members of the Can-Am League - are restricted to an annual payroll of $87,500 by league rule. Teams may also provide players with $18 per diem and a host family for living accommodations.

Current Rox GM, Andy Crossley, invites Epstein as a replacement.

"If the Rox can get Theo Epstein to take this job, great. All I can say is good luck signing Manny Ramirez on our budget," said Crossley. "We signed Emmanuel Ramirez as a pitcher last season, but we paid him about $800 per month."

Should Epstein accept the position, Crossley would be reassigned to Director of Promotions. "You have to flexible in the minor leagues," said Crossley.

The Rox offices are located at Campanelli Stadium in Brockton. They have led the league in attendance in each of the past three seasons playing in the 4,750 seat ballpark. Office space, however, is limited.

"We don't actually have an office for Theo," said Lucas. "But we built two new cubicles this year and he'd have his own phone and access to the internet."

Lucas continued, "I can assure Theo that I won't take credit for any player moves. I'm more concerned with getting families in and out of here for less than $45 per night and shooting off fireworks every Friday night."

Dennis "Oil Can" Boyd - who pitched for the Rox in 2005 - would invite Epstein to Meridian, Mississippi for Thanksgiving with hopes of coming up with a deal for the 2006 season.

For 2006 season tickets, call the Rox ticket office at (508) 559-7070 or visit the team's website at www.brocktonrox.com. For media requests, contact the Rox Media Relations Department at 508-559-7000.

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