Doug Rader, calling his new job a "dream opportunity," was named manager of the California Angels.

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Rader, 44, a former Texas Rangers manager and Gold Glove-winning third baseman for the Houston Astros, worked as a scout for the Angels during the 1988 season. He replaces Cookie Rojas.

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