Here is one manager's opinion of the ten best traditional league managers (in alphabetical order). Some of these managers I have played against while others I have only watched their success while scouting other leagues.
Mike Bravard
Brian Brennan
Jon Deihl
Mike Douglas
Fred Kline
Chuck Mick
Gary Poturalski
Anthony Segalas
Troy Taapken
Ken Wagner
PS I will leave it to others to decide if I compare favorably with this elite group. I think I can make a strong case for myself. I have managed 20 complete seasons among my various teams and have a composite lifetime record of 2001-1199 for a .625 winnng percentage. In addition to averaging 100 wins per season my teams have made the playoffs 18 out of 20 seasons and have won three league titles. I am curious as to who are some of the other managers you most admire?