Some mangers have a better "feel" for the game, and in general make better decisions. Guys like Francona, a younger Larussa, Joe Madden, and a few others. Rocco falls into the catagory of an average manager in my book, where most of the managers fall. He is OK, but roster management is always going to be a challenge for a mid-market team like the Twins. Unless they strike at rich with prospect development, mix in the right trades and FA signings, and above all have a moderate level of injuries(not the crap we've seen this season) this organization has very little chance of sustained success. Unless you have a manger like Francona who is good enough to overcome SOME of the shortcomings.