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Manny Acta's Ups and Downs

After a promising start in 2006, Nationals Manager Manny Acta faced insurmountable challenges during the 2009 season

Nov. 14, 2006

Manny Acta, left, smiles as he tries on his new Nationals cap and shirt, while Jim Bowden, vice president and general manager, introduces him as manager.

Michel Du Cille-The Washington Post

Feb. 15, 2007

Nationals Manager Manny Acta walks into the coaches room from his office as he gets ready for his first day of spring training.

Jonathan Newton-The Washington Post

Feb. 21, 2007

Manny Acta throws batting practice during spring training at the Space Coast Stadium complex in Viera, Fla.

Toni L. Sandys-The Washington Post

Feb. 22, 2007

Acta hits fly balls for infield practice during spring training at the Space Coast Stadium complex in Viera, Fla.

Toni L. Sandys-The Washington Post

March 3, 2007

Acta confers with bench coach Pat Corrales during action against the Baltimore Orioles.

Jonathan Newton-The Washington Post

April 2, 2007

Acta heads down the line of players during his introduction on opening day of the 2007 season.

Toni L. Sandys-The Washington Post

July 5, 2007

Starting pitcher Jason Bergmann (57) is relieved by Acta, center, in the sixth inning against Chicago Cubs as catcher Brian Schneider looks on.

Ricky Carioti-The Washington Post

July 21, 2007

Acta argues with second base umpire Rob Drake after Ryan Zimmerman was picked off at second to end the sixth inning of a game against Colorado.

Preston Keres-The Washington Post

Sept. 23, 2007

Acta and owner Ted Lerner dig up home plate after the final baseball game at Robert F. Kennedy Stadium. The Nationals defeated the Phillies 5-3.

Toni L. Sandys-The Washington Post

March 27, 2008

The Nationals visit the new stadium for the first time after arriving from spring training. Here, Dmitri Young, left, heads out to first base as Jim Bowden, Mark Lerner, and Manny Acta take in the view.

Preston Keres-The Washington Post

March 30, 2008

The Washington Nationals open the 2008 baseball season against the Atlanta Braves in their brand new stadium. After throwing the ceremonial first pitch, President Bush shakes hands with Manager Manny Acta.

John McDonnell-The Washington Post

June 12, 2008

Acta stands at the top of the dugout during a game against the Pirates in Pittsburgh.

Gene J. Puskar-AP

Aug. 12, 2008

Acta, left, argues with officials after Damion Easley of the New York Mets was hit by Nationals pitcher Saul Rivera with the bases loaded. The Mets won 4-3.

Luis Alvarez-AP

Sept. 1, 2008

Acta and Lastings Milledge celebrate after a 7-4 victory against the Philadelphia Phillies at Nationals Park.

Greg Fiume-Getty Images

Feb. 12, 2009

General Manager Jim Bowden and free agent outfielder Adam Dunn watch Manny Acta speak as the Nationals announce Dunn's signing.

Preston Keres-The Washington Post

Feb. 19, 2009

All eyes are on Acta as he explains an infield drill during the first full-squad workout of 2009.

Jonathan Newton-The Washington Post

May 19, 2009

From the dugout, Acta watches his undefeated starting pitcher Shairon Martis give up three Pirate runs in the first inning.

Richard A. Lipski-The Washington Post

June 11, 2009

Acta congratulates Anderson Hernandez for scoring in the eighth inning against the Cincinnati Reds. The Nationals won 3-2.

Manuel Balce Ceneta-AP

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This Story Nationals Fire Acta as Team Breaks for All-Star Game Article \| In the middle of his third year as manager, Manny Acta was fired late last night by the Washington Nationals. Acta's dismissal, which has been speculated about for weeks, came as the Nationals headed into the all-star break having lost six of their last seven games and with a 26-61 record. : Dave Sheinin: On Manny Acta Firing, Delino DeShields, the Set for Life Series and All-Star Game Manny Acta's Ups and Downs		TOOLBOX E-Mail This Save/Share + Digg Facebook Reddit Twitter myspace del.icio.us NewsTrust Stumble It! COMMENT 0 Comments Your browser's settings may be preventing you from commenting on and viewing comments about this item. See instructions for fixing the problem. Discussion Policy CLOSE Comments that include profanity or personal attacks or other inappropriate comments or material will be removed from the site. Additionally, entries that are unsigned or contain "signatures" by someone other than the actual author will be removed. Finally, we will take steps to block users who violate any of our posting standards, terms of use or privacy policies or any other policies governing this site. Please review the full rules governing commentaries and discussions. You are fully responsible for the content that you post. Who's Blogging » Links to this gallery		Related Nationals Spring Training Photos \| A slew of new faces report to Viera, Fla., as the Nationals and first-year manager Manny Acta have their work cut out for them.
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