Rocco Baldelli withdraws from Mariners’ manager search
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 26, 2026, 12:40 PM
Last updated Oct 26, 2026

Rocco Baldelli has removed his name from consideration for the Seattle Mariners' managerial position, as reported today. Family considerations were cited as the reason for his decision. Baldelli, who previously managed the Minnesota Twins for seven years and was named AL Manager of the Year in 2019, currently serves as an assistant with the Los Angeles Dodgers after leaving the Twins at the end of the 2025 season. The Mariners are still seeking a replacement for Dan Wilson.
- •Baldelli withdrew citing family considerations
- •Served as Twins manager for seven years
- •Named AL Manager of the Year in 2019
- •Currently an assistant with the Dodgers
- •Mariners still searching for a replacement
- 12:40 PMYahoo Sports — Report: Former Twins manager Rocco Baldelli takes name out of Mariners’ manager race
"While the hunt is still on for Dan Wilson’s replacement, one name will not be in consideration going forward.
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