The Philadelphia Phillies released a positive medical update Sunday morning on the status of former manager Charlie Manuel, who suffered a stroke Saturday.
“This morning, the Phillies received a positive update from Manuel’s wife, Missy,” the team said in a statement. “Charlie has made progress over the past 12 hours, and his doctors are encouraged.
“The Manuel family is very appreciative for every post on social media,” the statement continued. “Charlie feels the love from his family and fans. Missy believes the incredible support is aiding in his recovery.”
Manuel, 79, suffered a stroke while undergoing an undisclosed medical procedure Saturday in Florida. At the time, doctors worked successfully to remove a blood clot, and said that the belief was that the next 24 hours would be “crucial” to Manuel’s recovery.
Among other positions he’s held in the Phillies organization, Manuel was the manager from 2005 until being fired in August of 2013. Manuel is the winningest skipper in franchise history, having guided the Phillies to 780 wins in parts of nine seasons. Under his watch, the Phillies won five consecutive NL East titles from 2007-2011, a World Series title in 2008 and a second consecutive NL Pennant in 2009.
Everyone at Phillies Nation sends their best wishes to Manuel, his friends and family.
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