Charlie Manuel dissed

The Phillies might have won the World Series, but they're not getting much love in the post-post-season.

Charlie Manuel lost out on the N.L. Manager of the Year award to Lou Piniella (Joe Maddon won the A.L. Manager award. That feels like a no-brainer).

Piniella's Cubs did post the best record in the N.L., but watching the Phillies playoff run, you can't help but acknowledge Maunel's managing was better this year. Charlie came through in some big ways when it came to filling out the lineup card, choosing who to start and when to pinch it, and which relievers to bring in.

Nothing exemplifies this more than when he stuck with J.C. Romero to pitch to B.J. Upton in Game Five... yada, yada, yada... double play.

Sure it's just an award, and in the end, the Phillies still have the World Series ring. It's just a shame their talent isn't getting recognized.

No word yet on where Willie Randolph finished.