As manager Douglas Lee Rader (born July 30, 1944), nicknamed "the Red Rooster", is an American former third baseman in Major League Baseball who was known primarily for his defensive ability, winning five straight Gold Glove Awards from 1970 to 1974.

[1] Rader's career lasted from 1967 to 1977, playing for the Houston Astros, San Diego Padres, and Toronto Blue Jays, then later managed the Texas Rangers, Chicago White Sox, and California Angels between 1983 and 1991.

Rader signed with the Houston Astros as an amateur free agent in 1965, and made his Major League Baseball debut with the club on July 31, 1967.

Rader earned his first career Gold Glove Award as being the best defensive third baseman in the National League.

Rader struggled offensively during the 1971 season, as he hit .244 with twelve home runs and 56 RBI in 135 games, however, he earned his second consecutive Gold Glove Award at third base.

Rader was traded to the San Diego Padres for Larry Hardy and Joe McIntosh on December 11, 1975.

[5] Rader finished the 1977 season with the Toronto Blue Jays, where he split his time playing third base and as their designated hitter.

Rader finished fourth in the AL Manager of the Year Award, which was won by Frank Robinson of the Baltimore Orioles.

The Angels continued to hover around the .500 mark during the 1991 season, however, after a 61–63 start, Rader was fired and replaced with Buck Rodgers.