Mariners consider Jason Kanzler amid managerial search
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 21, 2026, 10:41 PM
Last updated Oct 21, 2026
The Seattle Mariners are reportedly interviewing Jason Kanzler for their managerial position. Kanzler, currently the director of player development for the Chicago Cubs, has a background as a minor-league player and coach. He joined the Cubs after working as a hitting coordinator in the Astros system, leading them to a World Series title in 2022. The Mariners are exploring multiple candidates, including Joe Espada and Rocco Baldelli, as they prepare for the 2027 season. Kanzler's experience with player development could be beneficial given the Mariners' recent promotions of young prospects.
- •Jason Kanzler is under consideration for the Mariners' managerial opening.
- •He currently serves as the Cubs' director of player development.
- •Kanzler has coaching experience with the Astros, winning the 2022 World Series.
- •The Mariners are also interviewing candidates like Joe Espada and Rocco Baldelli.
- •The team's prospect pool is being assessed as they aim for contention.
- 10:41 PMYahoo Sports — Who is Jason Kanzler? New name emerges in Mariners coaching search
"Another former member of the Astros coaching staff is tied to Seattle’s managerial opening
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