Texas Rangers

I did see that. Wasn't he serving as the "President" of the Rangers? As such, he did change pitching procedures within the Organization to suit his philosophy. After just one year, too early to measure how successful those moves were but many old-timers feel he's doing the right things.

I've always admired him and will be following this, particularly if gains an ownership position.

Ryan served as president last year--and by all accounts was a big success. Had at least a part in turning around pitching staff (with Mike Maddox) as well as setting a different tone for entire team. Area is pleased to see Ryan remain part of the team and to take Hicks out of the picture for the most part. Ryan has stated in interviews here that he will be responsible for the "baseball" side of the operations, while the new majority owner will handle the "business' side of the operations.

And yes, he is also now one of the "owners" (once approved), but no disclosure of what % he has.

The young players have to give him their respect. They have probably seen the video of the "noogie" he gave to Robin Ventura when he decided to charge the mound.