Torii Hunter spoke with Twins president Derek Falvey last week, but the longtime Minnesota outfielder specified to Charley Walters of the St. Paul Pioneer Press that it was just an informal chat, and not an interview in regards to the team’s open managerial position. However, Hunter said he already has a coaching staff mostly lined up if he ever gets a chance to become a … [Read more...] about AL Central Notes: Hunter, Willis, Melton
Orioles Hire Craig Albernaz As Manager
October 27: The Orioles officially announced Albernaz as the club’s new manager this morning. He will be introduced at a press conference on November 4. Both Elias and Albernaz offered statements in the aftermath of the hiring: “We are elated to welcome Craig Albernaz as the next manager of the Orioles and our leader on the field,” Elias’s statement reads. “Craig has built an … [Read more...] about Orioles Hire Craig Albernaz As Manager
Offseason Outlook: Cleveland Guardians
The Guardians pulled off one of the most incredible comebacks in baseball history to win the American League Central in 2025. Going into the winter, they have a lot of good pieces in place and will look to strengthen the roster as they try to win a third straight division title in 2026. Guaranteed Contracts José Ramírez, 3B: $69MM through 2028. Tanner Bibee, RHP: $43MM through … [Read more...] about Offseason Outlook: Cleveland Guardians
Nationals Interview Brandon Hyde, Craig Albernaz
2:47PM: The Nationals also conducted interviews with both Cairo and Guardians associate manager Craig Albernaz within the last week, the Washington Post’s Andrew Golden reports. Albernaz has been a candidate for managerial vacancies with the Giants, Guardians, White Sox, and Marlins over the last two years, and was a finalist for both the Chicago and Miami jobs. Albernaz worked … [Read more...] about Nationals Interview Brandon Hyde, Craig Albernaz
Guardians To Prevent Emmanuel Clase From Playing In Venezuelan Winter League
Emmanuel Clase was preparing to pitch for the Tiburones de La Guaira of Venezuela’s LVBP this winter, as first reported by Daniel Alvarez Montes of El Extrabase. However, according to a new report from The Athletic’s Evan Drellich, the Guardians will not grant Clase the approval he requires in order to play in a winter league outside of his home country. Clase is a Dominican … [Read more...] about Guardians To Prevent Emmanuel Clase From Playing In Venezuelan Winter League