Mariners hire new manager as MLB offseason begins with free agency talks
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 4, 2026, 8:12 PM
Last updated Nov 4, 2026
The Seattle Mariners have appointed Jason Kanzler as their new manager, marking his first management role. As Major League Baseball enters the offseason following the conclusion of the Milwaukee Brewers' World Series victory, discussions around free agent rankings and qualifying offers are underway. Analysts discuss potential signings, including ace pitcher Tarik Skubal, and the implications of the latest CBA negotiations. The Mariners' decision to hire Kanzler, who lacks prior managing experience, raises questions about team leadership moving forward.
- •Jason Kanzler is hired as Seattle Mariners' new manager.
- •Free agency discussions include potential signings for top pitchers.
- •The MLB offseason follows the Milwaukee Brewers' World Series win.
- •Analysts debate the likelihood of contracts exceeding $100 million.
- •CBA negotiations are ongoing, impacting team strategies.
- 8:12 PMYahoo Sports — Free agent power rankings, qualifying offer candidates & the Mariners hire a new manager
"On this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake and Jordan discuss their offseason free agent rankings, the Mariners hiring a new manager and the latest in the CBA negotiations.
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