Mariners hire Jason Kanzler as manager
The gist
The Seattle Mariners hired Jason Kanzler, 36, as manager after a 76-86 season.
He has never managed at any level and must revive a playoff-less team.
How it unfolded
- Oct 21, 2026Reports name Jason Kanzler, Joe Espada and Rocco Baldelli as candidates for the Mariners managerial vacancy, with the search described as in an advanced stage.
- Oct 27, 2026The Mariners hold in-person interviews at T-Mobile Park with Joe Espada and Jason Kanzler.
- Nov 3, 2026Seattle announces the hiring of Kanzler, 36, the Cubs' director of player development, as manager; he becomes the 22nd manager in franchise history and the third under Jerry Dipoto.