All articles tagged with #managerial vacancy
Albert Pujols is no longer a candidate for the Angels' managerial position but is scheduled to interview with the San Diego Padres for their managerial vacancy, amid interest from other teams like the Orioles. Pujols, a respected figure in baseball, has expressed a strong desire to manage at the MLB level and has previous managerial experience in winter ball and international competitions.
Xabi Alonso has decided to stay at Bayer Leverkusen despite having realistic opportunities to manage at bigger clubs like Bayern Munich or Liverpool. This decision is seen as courageous and humble, as he prioritizes his development as a manager and the stability and happiness he feels at Leverkusen. Despite the potential challenges and criticisms, Alonso's choice reflects his commitment to the club and his ongoing growth as a coach.
Ron Washington, the popular Atlanta Braves third base coach, has expressed interest in the open manager position with the Houston Astros. Washington, who has previous managerial experience with the Texas Rangers, twice guided them to the World Series. It is unclear if the Astros have mutual interest, but Washington and Astros general manager Dana Brown previously worked together with the Braves. Washington's tenure in Texas included a 664-611 record, four seasons with 90+ wins, and three playoff berths.
Craig Counsell, the highly regarded manager of the Milwaukee Brewers, has met with the Cleveland Guardians regarding their managerial vacancy and is expected to interview with the New York Mets. While the Brewers hope to retain Counsell, other teams are interested in his services. Counsell's track record and experience make him an attractive candidate, and the Mets, in particular, could offer him a lucrative deal. The Guardians have also interviewed several other candidates, but none match Counsell's credentials. The Brewers will need to make a strong offer if they want to keep him.
The Cleveland Guardians are considering former player Stephen Vogt as a serious candidate for their managerial vacancy, with Vogt set to be interviewed for the position. Vogt, who retired as a player just over a year ago, has quickly transitioned to coaching and is now attracting interest for managerial roles. While he was initially rumored to interview with the San Francisco Giants, it appears that former manager Bob Melvin has become the favorite for that position. However, Vogt still has a legitimate shot at becoming the manager for the Guardians, who seem to be leaning towards hiring a first-time manager.