In 2010, in his first season managing the Double-A Binghamton Mets, he led the team to a 66–76 record and a fifth-place finish in the Eastern League. He was named manager of the Buffalo Bisons in January 2011.
In 2010, as the inaugural manager of the Double-A Binghamton Mets, he led the team to a 66–76 record and a fifth-place finish in the Eastern League. This position ultimately led to his appointment as manager of the Buffalo Bisons in January 2011.