Espada, Kanzler Named Mariners Manager Finalists
Seattle Times reports former Astros skipper Joe Espada and Cubs development director Jason Kanzler are the two remaining candidates for the Mariners managerial position.
The Mariners have narrowed their managerial search to Joe Espada, 51, who managed the Astros for three seasons, and Jason Kanzler, 36, the Cubs director of player development who would be a first-time manager. Both candidates will have in-person interviews Tuesday and Wednesday. The team plans to name a new manager by the end of the week after an initial search that included 30 to 40 candidates.
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Mariners interview Espada, Kanzler for manager role
Seattle advances managerial search with in-person meetings featuring Joe Espada and Jason Kanzler as primary candidates.
Mariners interview Espada, Kanzler for manager role
Seattle advances managerial search with in-person meetings featuring Joe Espada and Jason Kanzler as primary candidates.
Rocco Baldelli withdraws from Mariners manager search, citing family considerations
Baldelli reportedly removed himself from Seattle's managerial search, per Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic, leaving the Mariners to narrow their candidate pool before month's end.
Rocco Baldelli withdraws from Mariners' managerial search citing family considerations
Baldelli has removed himself from Seattle's manager hunt, per The Athletic's Ken Rosenthal, leaving Joe Espada and Jason Kanzler as the primary known candidates.
Mitch Garver Retires After 10 MLB Seasons
The veteran catcher has called it a career, closing out a decade-long run that included stints with the Twins, Rangers, and Mariners.
Mitch Garver Retires After 10 MLB Seasons
The veteran catcher has ended his playing career, removing him from Seattle's roster and any future lineup considerations.