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Mariners interview Joe Espada, Jason Kanzler for managerial vacancy

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 27, 2026, 11:35 AM

Last updated Oct 27, 2026

Mariners interview Joe Espada, Jason Kanzler for managerial vacancy

Summary

The Seattle Mariners are set to interview Joe Espada and Jason Kanzler at T-Mobile Park this week for their managerial position, following Dan Wilson's departure. Espada, previously the Astros' manager, holds a record of 256-229. Kanzler, currently the Cubs' director of player development, is considered a dark horse candidate. This round of interviews will involve close interactions with several members of the Mariners organization. Other candidates mentioned include Rocco Baldelli, Walker McKinven, Brandon Hyde, Torey Lovullo, and Stephen Vogt, with Baldelli having withdrawn from consideration.

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By the Numbers

•Mariners held interviews for their vacant managerial position this week.
•Joe Espada previously managed the Astros; Jason Kanzler is from the Cubs.
•Espada has a managerial record of 256-229.
•Kanzler brings a focus on hitting and player development.
•Multiple candidates were considered, including Rocco Baldelli, who withdrew.

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11:35 AMYahoo Sports — Report: Mariners set to host Joe Espada, Jason Kanzler to fill empty managerial spot

What they're saying

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A month after former Mariners manager Dan Wilson announced his decision to step away from the team, the team might be closing in on two finalists for his job.
— Yahoo Sports

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