Eric Wedge's approach to managing is compared favorably to Walter Alston in this AP article. This, however, reminded me of another coach:

"When you have to manage 25 guys you have to be on the same page," Indians reliever Rafael Betancourt said.

"Eric is always telling us that we have to respect each one in the room. He is a quiet person, one who doesn't talk too much. But, when he does, you listen."

That reminds me of oarsmen describing Harvard Crew coach Harry Parker. Harry seldom talks. When he does, however, it's such a rare event that everyone pays rapt attention. It's worked very well for Harvard crew over the years, and it looks like it's working for Cleveland.