2. If they are out of the race, they could look to move Peralta, who is in the final year of his contract. Moving a catcher would be more of a baseball move than buying, given how all three are ready to contribute to MLB wins right now, but this should open plenty of doors for the Blue Jays if they choose to explore it. It lost 100-plus games in 2021 for what was the first time in nearly half a century. Steamer. But there is a precedent for more than three firings in a single season. Whit Merrifield and Hunter Dozier might also be on the trading block. Francona has 20 years of experience, winning two World Series with Boston and appearing in one more with Cleveland. 2022 MLB Manager First to be Fired Aaron Boone - New York Yankees Previously, Yankees manager Joe Girardi was not fired for being a loser. Gibbons, 59, launched his career as a manager in the Mets minor-league system. Nov. 3: All managerial vacancies now filled When the regular season ended, five teams were left searching for a new manager. Other AL West Pitcher Prospect Graduates. He also had three 90-plus win seasons in five years with the Dodgers. Shildt won NL MOY in 2019, made the playoffs in both 2020 and 2021 and was still let go in October 2021. What we use these meetings for is to touch base with everybody, Eppler said. -- Jessica Camerato, Phillies: RHP Kyle GibsonThe Phillies expected to compete with the Mets and Braves in the NL East, but they found themselves in bad shape following a difficult May. With the departure of either, the left-handed Daz could finally see everyday reps in MLB. After winning only 75 games in 2019, the Reds made the playoff last year at 31-29 with a team that still underachieved considering the three aces on their pitching staff. Our guess is they'll sputter into the trade deadline on the road against the Mariners and Angels, will get what they can for Perez, Moore and others, and will show Woodward the door before the regular season ends. If the Arizona Diamondbacks actually fire Torey Lovullo before the regular season ends, it would be a shame. Trea Turner, Carlos Correa, Xander Bogaerts and Dansby Swanson are all shortstops, while the next-best options on the outfield market are Brandon Nimmo, Andrew Benintendi and Mitch Haniger. If the Angels are buyers, they'll likely go after pitching, and Adell could be the best chip they have to offer. But as we saw this past winter, teams are routinely looking for the next big thing, with five of the six new managers -- Aaron Boone, Mickey Callaway, Alex Cora, Gabe Kapler and Dave Martinez -- all landing their first managerial jobs this season. It seems less likely the Sox would move star shortstop and team leader Xander Bogaerts because of how much that would upset the fanbase, not to mention the clubhouse. -- Anne Rogers. Yu Darvish and Nick Martinez become the most likely candidates to start the opener against Colorado on March 30. McKayla Maroney: artistic gymnast. There's nothing left in 2022 to salvage, and unless you're hoping to scoop up Joe Maddon, Joe Girardi or Charlie Montoyo on the rebound before another team does, there's no real rush to make a change and put someone new in charge of a sinking ship. At this point, the Rangers are the biggest unknown heading into the trade deadline. Adell is a former top prospect who has had some issues making contact at the plate, and his defense in the outfield remains a work in progress. 4. As they left Las Vegas on Thursday, club executives had a far better idea of what might be out there for the taking on the trade market. He also won six AL West division titles. So, if they get out to a rocky start or at any point need a jolt to try to get back on the right track, keep an eye out for a press release from Guaranteed Rate Field. The first-timers Houston Astros bench coach Joe Espada (20) in the first inning during a baseball game against the Arizona Diamondbacks, Saturday, May 5, 2018, in Phoenix. His quest for short-term success will be tougher with a team in a mini rebuild as Chris Sale heals, but Cora has proven a capable manager with a blend of old and new school thinking. A fourth-place finish wasn't much of a surprise with the team's injuries, but the expectations are much higher now with new ownership and a bigger budget. "Hey, moron, the Angels already fired their manager.". And it inexplicably decided that leaving Woodward in charge of a much higher-paid roster was the way to go. Mitchell may be the most polished of that trio, but his injury issues have continued with an oblique injury this year. With the NL East getting tougher, Snitker's managerial acumen will be tested, but he gets an A so far. Because of those constant failures in one-run games, the Rangers are nine games below .500 in spite of a plus-four run differential. Ross had big shoes to fill when he replaced Joe Maddon last year, and the Cubs did very well to finish 34-26 considering the struggles of Javier Baez, Anthony Rizzo, Kris Bryant, and Kyle Schwarber. He hit .306 with five homers in 42 games. Misty May-Treanor: professional beach volleyball player, Olympic gold medalist. Otherwise, the other 26 had coaching experience on an MLB coaching staff. While he will be a rental, the Royals should lock up a decent trade package for him. Everything is probably just a few days behind where we would normally be as an industry, but that will naturally catch up between now and the Winter Meetings.. Turner is believed to be the Phillies top target, giving the club the opportunity to put a full-court press on the shortstop while some of his other potential suitors wait to see what happens with Judge. 2022 MLB Season Minor Leagues MLB Standings Schedule Fielding Batting Pitching Managers Fielding Standard Fielding Appearances Pitcher Catcher First Base Second Base Third Base Shortstop Left Field Center Field Right Field Outfield Batting Standard Batting Value Advanced Batting Sabermetric Batting Win Probability Spring Training Batting Ratios One team that might benefit if Judges situation takes some time to resolve itself? Carlos Beltran Beltran is one of the younger managerial candidates this offseason. Buck Showalter, New York Mets. Or that this wouldn't even be the first time the Angels had such a season involving Joe Maddon? And if he leaves the Yankees, who knows what they will do? 11. The situation probably won't end well for the 63-year-old as the team rebuilds. 3 prospect, Campusano, has posted a .900 OPS or better in three straight Minor League seasons and figures to be central to trade talks. But Shewmakes availability might hinge on whether Atlanta is confident in re-signing Dansby Swanson. The argument for drafting a quarterback. The rise of prospects like Hunter Greene, Graham Ashcraft and the currently injured Nick Lodolo to the big leagues and an effort to add arms in the system are signs of potential depth. The White Sox's defense ranks near. | -- Adam Berry, Red Sox:DH J.D. A Bobby Cox disciple, Gonzalez coached third base for the Braves before the Marlins lured him away with an offer to manage. With a deep position player group and a farm system that churns out wave after wave of young talent, the Rays might be able to put a talented prospect like Edwards on the table to bolster this years club in a big way. Recently, the Mets have experimented with Mauricio at second base and in right field, but theyve resisted using him there in games, knowing his trade value is highest as a shortstop. After winning only 72 games in his first full season in 2017, Atlanta won 90 in 2018, 97 in 2019, and went 35-25 last year. 10 Matthew Thompson. 6.0%. Black has consistently led his teams in San Diego and Colorado to exceed expectations, but many of his personnel decisions and handling of young players can also be frustrating. At 18, hes the youngest player at any full-season affiliate at the moment, and he has been more than holding his own with a 1.012 OPS for Single-A Carolina. MartinezThe star slugger is off to a terrific start, which only increases his value if the Red Sox are only on the bubble of contention by the Trade Deadline. Especially with the pitching. When a player has three consecutive full seasons sporting longball totals of 35 HR, 35 HR and 36 HR, and then follows that up with a .196 av. LAS VEGAS -- The General Managers Meetings wont be remembered for one significant transaction, but when we ultimately review the 2022-23 offseason, much of the movement could look like a chain reaction that started with one move: Aaron Judges contract. Mattingly deservingly won Manager of the Year last season after the Marlins overcame a COVID-19 outbreak to post a winning record and even find some success in the playoffs. These past two-plus seasons have been rough, though, leaving Lovullo and Seattle's Scott Servais as the only managers who have both been in their current positions since at least 2018 and missed each of the past four postseasons. Joe Maddon then became the interim manager for a bit, going 8-14 until McNamara was able to return to the dugout for the final 14 games. ___ But Contreras is hardly the only trade chip. Rosario has spent most of his time at shortstop (since theres nowhere else to put him), forcing Andrs Gimnez, who may be the shortstop of the future for the Guardians, to stay at second base. -- Todd Zolecki, Brewers: Top outfield prospectsThe top three Brewers prospects per MLB Pipeline and five of the top eight are outfielders -- all with high upside who could provide the foundation of an impact trade in July. That being said, heres a Bakers Dozen of potential managers with potent resumes: 1. The Reds' dismissal of Bryan Price has created the first managerial opening of 2018, prompting speculation about who will become the next skipper in Cincinnati.As is the case with nearly every opening, we'll hear plenty of familiar names such as Joe Girardi, Brad Ausmus and John Farrell, all of whom have recently managed in the Majors. Having spent three seasons (2015-17) as the Mets' hitting coach and eight years (2007-14) in the same role with the Yankees, the 51-year-old has been a part of one World Series champion and another pennant-winning club.Although Long -- now in his first year as the Nationals' hitting coach -- has spent the past 12 seasons as a Major League hitting coach, he managed in the Carolina League and Northwest League in 1998-99, giving him bench experience. A former Mets scout, hes still under contract to the small-budget As, who could be persuaded to let him go if they received adequate compensation. Long was a finalist for the Mets' managerial job this winter, finishing as the runner-up to Callaway. An impact bat is their glaring need, even with Fernando Tatis Jr. due back near midseason. SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - SEPTEMBER 29: Manager Bruce Bochy #15 of the San Francisco Giants looks on from the dugout before his last game as Giants manager, the game against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Oracle Park on September 29, 2019 in San Francisco, California. More >, Marlins: Miami hired Cardinals bench coach Skip Schumaker to replace Don Mattingly as its manager. He turned the Rays organization around in 2005, and just as impressively broke the World Series curse with the Cubs. The long-time baseman man has three winning campaigns to show for his work, along with two playoff appearances, and it's hard to see how the team could have performed any better with a different manager at the helm. Still, the team has yet to find the playoff success that fans and ownership expect. Terry Francona, Cleveland Indians Kim Klement / USA Today Sports Images Francona has 20 years of. Sign up to receive our daily Morning Lineup to stay in the know about the latest trending topics around Major League Baseball. Now that Jesse Marsch's hiring by Leeds United is official and we've all speculated what the club is . -- Kennedi Landry, Braves: OF Drew WatersHaving weakened their prospect pool to acquire Matt Olson in March, the Braves top trade chip may be Waters, whose value has sunk as he has stalled the past couple years with Triple-A Gwinnett. In particular, Boone has done a masterful job with his team seemingly unscathed by big injuries like Giancarlo Stanton, Aaron Judge, and Luis Severino in past years. Until he signs, the top of the market may find itself in a holding pattern, as Judges decision could help determine what happens with the rest of the top free agents, as the clubs missing out on the slugger will be forced to pivot elsewhere. Mattingly and the Marlins made the mutual decision not to pursue a contract extension, ending his tenure after seven seasons. 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Theyll be looking for high-level prospects with an emphasis on pitching, third base and the outfield as they look toward the future. While the Yankees consider prospects Anthony Volpe and Jasson Dominguez to be off-limits, Waldichuk might be an appealing trade chip this summer. In Game 2 of a doubleheader Saturday, Robertson went 2 1/3 innings, retiring Cardinals slugger Paul Goldschmidt twice to escape bases-loaded jams. Woodward went on to serve as Seattle's infield coach in '14 and first-base coach in '15 before joining Dave Roberts' Dodgers staff as the third-base and infield coach in '16.While Woodward hasn't managed in the Minors, he did serve as manager of New Zealand's World Baseball Classic qualifier team in 2013. Bob Lemon: baseball player and manager, Baseball Hall of Fame inductee. This is a one-stop shop for the latest news and rumors surrounding potential manager changes and candidates around MLB. Of course, La Russa was a pioneer for some of the features of the game we see today like defensive versatility and the closer. . (Photo by Ed Zurga/Getty Images), former MVP hopes to return to the field as a manager. And once one opening becomes available up the middle, the organization has top prospects in Gabriel Arias (No. But for once, we at least know Jos Ramrez wont be part of any phone calls. He was replaced by John McNamara, who managed for 14 games before being hospitalized for a blood clot. Those last five wordsbefore the regular season endsare key here. Thursday afternoon also marked the end of the quiet period, so while agents sat down with teams this week to gauge their interest and needs, they can now talk dollars and "sense," trying to see if theres a match to be made both financially and fit-wise for the 150 or so free agents. A hands-on instructor who is well-liked by the players, the former big-league shortstop is always on the field before Braves games conducting individual drills with Atlanta infielders. In eight years as a manager, all with the Texas Rangers, Wash won two pennants and posted a .521 winning percentage. His Spain side previously impressed at Euro 2020, playing . Top 10 2022 MLB General Managers (GMs) on the Hot Seat: Which GMs Are Getting the Pink Slip? As part of our 2022 Major League Baseball award. (And before you posit that a solid finish to one season should carry over into the next April, allow me to submit the 2021-22 Detroit Tigers as evidence to the contrary.). Sal Frelick, Joey Wiemer and Garrett Mitchell are the top three, with Wiemer having rocketed toward the top of the list while winning Brewers Minor League Player of the Year honors a year ago with a terrific power/speed combo. Mets manager candidates: Buck Showalter, Brad Ausmus, Eric Chavez MLB Mets managerial candidates include Billy Eppler's former Angels recommendation By Joel Sherman and Ken Davidoff. 13.29.297. As aforementioned, White Sox' Pedro Grifol is the shortest-tenured manager in MLB. Sandy Alcantara is well on his way to the NL Cy Young. If he stays with the Yankees, do the Giants, Dodgers and Cubs all turn their attention to the shortstops? one industry source said. So, did that pink slip get lost in the mail, or? Still, theyd rather package prospects for a slugger than tap into a deep pool of starting pitchers to balance a salary swap. Tampa Bay has continued to operate with one of the lowest budgets in the game, and Cash has innovated in much the same way that his predecessor did with pitcher and bullpen handling, platoons, and defensive shifts. There have already been three managerial changes this seasonLos Angeles Angels, Toronto Blue Jays and Philadelphia Phillieswhich is a bit unusual. A few years ago, there seemed to be a wave of managerial hires of people with no experience at all but that has virtually gone away. Meanwhile, a number of players who were once thought to be bargains long-term Yon Moncada, Tim Anderson, Eloy Jimnez, Luis Robert are becoming more pricey. But did you know there have been five cases since 1990Orioles in 2010, Royals in both 2005 and 2002, Angels in 1996, and St. Louis Cardinals in 1990of a franchise having three different managers who each called the shots for at least 10 games in the same season? After taking a look at our top five American League Manager of the Year candidates, it's time to shift our sights to the National League. The Aug. 2 Trade Deadline will be here before you know it, and as we get closer to the All-Star break, it's a great time to consider what trade chips each club has to offer, whether they're in postseason contention, out of contention or somewhere in between. In more recent years, some of his in-game management has been head-scratching, but that shouldn't take away from all that Maddon has accomplished. Jesse Marsch discusses stigma around American coaches - 'Frankly, they're right'. 25: Though he hasn't been great on the mound or at the plate so far, Ohtani improved to +315. John Farrell Like Gibbons, Farrell managed the Blue Jays. (Photo by Ed Zurga/Getty Images). -- Jordan Bastian, Pirates: LHP Jos QuintanaQuintana is a standard trade chip -- the veteran starting pitcher who signed an inexpensive contract and is performing well. More >, Rangers: After firing manager Chris Woodward and president of baseball operations Jon Daniels in August, the Rangers hired three-time World Series-winning manager Bruce Bochy last month. Since Alex Cora and AJ Hinch returned after their one-year suspensions, could Beltran do the same? Some executives at the GM Meetings identified Bryan Reynolds, Pablo Lpez, Corbin Burnes and Sean Murphy among the top potential trade candidates this offseason. I have written 38 books and more than 20,000 articles about baseball, by a team wanting a winning manager. Boone is the only one with no experience whatsoever. In recent years and especially this offseason, teams are adding more and more coaches (the San Francisco Giants had 15 coaches in 2021, for example) when just 30 years ago, some MLB teams had just four coaches (a hitting coach that often doubled as a first or third base coach, pitching, bullpen, and the other base coach that the hitting coach didnt occupy). Chris Woodward (Dodgers' third-base coach) Schneider replaced Charlie Montoyo on July 13 and led the Blue Jays to a 46-28 record and an AL Wild Card spot. Download Our Free News & Alerts Mobile App. He's certainly made his share of mistakes in-game management, but Roberts has also led the team to three World Series in four years and won the NL West in all five for his seasons. They still let Chris Woodward keep his job in spite of a 160-224 record (.416 winning percentage) in his first three seasons calling the shots. It wouldnt be something they do lightly as he has been an important member of the organization and a consistent offensive and defensive contributor. With the help of each MLB.com beat writer, here's a look at one trade chip for each team as summer heats up: Blue Jays: A wealth of catching depthThe Blue Jays arent lacking prospects, with No. Mar 2021 - Feb 20221 year. There is baseball to be played in MLB eventually in 2022, and managers still have a large role in the success and failure of their teams. Rachael Millanta @rachaelmillanta Sep 26, 2022, 2:23 PM Don Mattingly will leave the Miami Marlins at the end of the 2022 season. Given the top-heavy nature of the free-agent class -- Judge, the four shortstops, deGrom, Verlander and Carlos Rodn are considered to be the clear-cut top eight -- teams unwilling to pay the price for those players might be swayed to turn to the trade market to find impact players. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images), resume his managerial career after a respite as an MLB Network analyst. Their No. Melvin has consistently gotten the most out of his talent in his 17 seasons as a manager with the Mariners, Diamondbacks, and A's, winning three Manager of the Year Awards with six 90-plus win seasons. -- Joey Pollizze, Angels: OF Jo AdellAdell is back in the Majors with fellow outfielder Taylor Ward on the injured list with a mild right hamstring strain, but hes spent much of the season at Triple-A Salt Lake. Either way, Miami firing Mattingly before the end of the regular season wouldn't be much of a surprise. The long-time Dodgers catcher hit .259 with 68 home runs. Chicago White Sox: Tony LaRussa (announced he would not return for 2023); Hired Pedro Grifol on Nov. 4. Woodward's team overachieved in 2019 even to win 78 games, with terrific seasons from Lance Lynn and Mike Minor. The southpaw is having a bit of a resurgence. 13. Rodney Linares, Rays third base coach Linares had a very brief minor. 5 overall pick in the MLB Draft -- and the Twins will likely figure to need top-tier pitching help. Here's a look at all 30 MLB managers from top to bottom entering the 2021 season. -- who may be on the move because of the blockbuster deals with Corey Seager and Marcus Semien. With the universal DH now in effect, there are many contenders who might want to get a look at Martinez for the final couple months of the season and then make an effort to retain him in the offseason. -- John Denton, Cubs: RHP David RobertsonExpect the focus of the Trade Deadline rumors around the Cubs to center around All-Star catcher Willson Contreras, who is in the midst of a strong season and on pace for free agency. But, man, they went from the top of the mountain back to the bottom of the basement in a hurry, and they have gotten way too comfortable down there. Those managers are Yankees manager Aaron Boone, Seattle's Scott Servais, Milwaukee's Craig Counsell, and the Cubs' David Ross. Paying Lance Lynn and Dallas Keuchel a combined $36.5 million for 15 pre-All Star break starts with a 7.68 ERA wasn't part of the plan, either. Through 19 games, the 37-year-old Robertson (signed to a one-year, $3.5 million deal) has a tidy 1.66 ERA with 30 strikeouts against nine walks in 21 2/3 innings. In January 2022, the Dodgers promoted Gomes to his current role after reportedly denying the Mets permission to interview him for their general manager opening. He has mostly been passed by youngsters Brendan Donovan and Juan Yepez at the corner outfield spots, and the Cardinals would be wise to see what they can get for the veteran. Theres no place for all of them. Martinez is a free agent at season's end. ESPN. Here's a look at all 30 MLB managers from top. Beltran, a 44-year-old native of Puerto Rico, speaks both English and Spanish. More Fantasy Baseball Advice. That Judge sets up as the linchpin for the entire market is interesting, given that the other top free-agent hitters dont play the outfield. 1 of 30 1. The Jed Hoyer-led front office added a pile of veterans on short-term deals and veteran reliever Robertson might lead that group in potential suitors at the Deadline. And while that technically could still happen, the ChiSox are currently in third place in what is very much not one of the four best divisions in the majors. That means McCormick and/or Siri could be pieces to be moved at the Trade Deadline. -- Christina De Nicola, Mets: SS Ronny MauricioUntil the Mets either trade him or move him permanently to another position, No. Getting a combined 67 games played from Eloy Jimenez and Yoan Moncada in the first half certainly wasn't in Chicago's 2022 World Series blueprint, nor were the IL trips for Tim Anderson and Yasmani Grandal or the handful of minor injuries Luis Robert has endured. 5) to turn to. -- Mandy Bell, Royals: LF Andrew BenintendiBenintendi has been the Royals best hitter, and its not even close. All rights reserved. None of the outfielders on the market are Plan Bs for teams that want Judge and dont get him, the source said. 3 things to watch as Rangers start spring games. Danny Jansen and Alejandro Kirk are both rolling at the Major League level, but the Blue Jays also have No. Now touching 98 mph with his fastball, Waldichuk has carried that success into his 2022 performance at Double-A Somerset and Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre, knocking on the door of a big league callup. This isnt necessarily meant to single out Edwards, the Rays No. The Padres have less payroll flexibility than in years past, as they are flirting with exceeding the Competitive Balance Tax threshold a second straight season. Fredi Gonzalez During a 10-year managerial career, this bi-lingual Havana native posted a .506 winning percentage, finished first in the NL East with the 2013 Braves, and twice finished third in voting for the Manager of the Year. Mattingly was named NL Manager of the Year for leading the Marlins to a 31-29 record during the pandemic-shortened 2020 campaign, but feel free to ask Paul Molitor or Mike Shildt how long that. He did the job well in his first season, finishing 37-23 with some playoff success, to boot, and the team is on the shortlist of the most talented heading into 2021. List of managers [ edit] as of November 1, 2022 American League [ edit] Baltimore Orioles: Brandon Hyde Boston Red Sox: Alex Cora Chicago White Sox: Pedro Grifol Cleveland Guardians: Terry Francona Detroit Tigers: A.J. Maddon is one of the most innovative managers in baseball over the last 15 years, popularizing the defensive shift and consistently leading winners. He took over from Tony La Russa on Nov. 3, 2022. Hes 66 and out of circulation for two years but has a good rapport with Sandy Alderson, chief of baseball operations for the Mets. 17: Guerrero improved from +575 to +350 and is only a hair behind Ohtani (+335). Under Chip Hale, they went 69-93 in 2016, but Lovullo flipped the script for a 93-69 record in 2017. But it feels like Kansas City needs to do something just to prove to the fans that it still gives a darn about trying to win. The Diamondbacks were one of the sexiest bad teams last year, improving 22 wins from a 110-loss disaster in 2021 off electric pitching from Zac Gallen and Merrill Kelly, a fun squad of hitters, and a back half performance that convinced the team to pick up manager Torey Lovullo's option for 2023, keep rebuilding, and try for an outside shot at the WC3. To get a sense of what those [trade] availabilities are and try to marry those into the free-agent market and take kind of a global player personnel landscape before diving into anything in particular.. Chicago opened July at 35-39 with a three-game series at San Francisco. It would stink for Nevin. Heres a rundown of each situation. Robertson is still an effective late-inning arm that could help a contender if the Cubs move into sell mode as expected. While the baseball world waits for the Judge market to start shaking out -- something few expect to happen prior to next months Winter Meetings -- the trade market could heat up even earlier. The Phillies. Otherwise, the other 26 had coaching experience on an MLB coaching staff. Andrew Jay Hinch is an American proficient baseball coach of the Detroit Tigers and a previous player in Major League baseball. Back when he took the Indians job in 2013, there were questions about whether he could turn the franchise into a winner. 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