WASHINGTON — The Washington Nationals officially introduced 33-year-old Blake Butera as their new manager Monday at Nationals Park, making him the youngest skipper in Major League Baseball and one of the youngest in decades.

The press conference came more than two weeks after Butera signed his contract, delayed because his wife, Caroline, gave birth to their first child, Blair, on the same day he was hired. Butera was joined at the event by his wife, daughter and extended family members who traveled to Washington for the occasion.

Butera spent 11 years with the Tampa Bay Rays organization, most recently serving as senior director of player development. He also managed in Tampa Bay's minor league system before moving into his front office role.

During his introductory press conference,

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