Cincinnati Reds manager Tito Francona tried to play down the meaning of his 2,000th career win, he kept deflecting questions about the amazing accomplishment.

Shortly after Cincinnati Reds manager Terry Francona earned his 2,000th win, he received a text from one of his greatest adversaries.

The Brewers open the second half a game behind the Cubs atop the Central Division standings. What were the expectations coming out of spring training?