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The Mariners introduced Jason Kanzler as their new manager, while the Astros and Angels look to fill out their group of decision-makers. Let’s get to all of that and more.
In Mariners news…
- Kate Preusser broke down a 2020 podcast appearance by Jason Kanzler to get a sense of his mindset on coaching.
- Kate also provided the most important takeaways from Kanzler’s introductory press conference.
- This is an interesting trio to appearing together representing the Mariners (Cal was actually there too, apparently. Maybe he was in the bathroom.)
Around the league…
- The Astros are hiring Brewers senior vice president of player development and performance Cam Castro to serve as their new general manager.
- Albert Pujols will reportedly interview for the Astros’ managerial opening.
- The Angels have not yet started the process of interviewing general manager candidates while they wait for the sale of the team to be formally approved.
- The Mets arehiring former catcher A.J. Ellis to serve as their major league strategy coordinator.
- The Braves’ latest financial report reveals they have created a cushion of profit through their real estate investments which will help offset potential losses from a lockout.
- Ben Clemens at Fangraphs tried to figure out why this postseason was so pitcher-friendly.
