News Summary
The Baltimore Orioles have begun their search for a new manager following the mid-season firing of Brandon Hyde. Interim manager Tony Mansolino is a frontrunner, while experienced candidates like Don Mattingly and Scott Servais are also in consideration. The team is aiming to rebuild its coaching staff and improve after a disappointing 2025 season.
Baltimore Orioles Seek New Manager After Mid-Season Firing of Brandon Hyde
The Baltimore Orioles are in the process of seeking their next manager following the dismissal of Brandon Hyde after a poor start to the 2025 season, which ended with a record of 15 wins and 28 losses. The organization is not rushing the decision and plans a thorough search to find the right candidate to lead the team.
As the search unfolds, interim manager Tony Mansolino has emerged as a strong candidate to fill the managerial role on a permanent basis. Throughout his tenure, which began after Hyde’s firing, Mansolino guided the Orioles to a respectable 60-59 record from May 18 to the end of September, earning the respect of the players who appreciate his leadership amid the team’s struggles.
Alongside Mansolino, another notable candidate surfacing in discussions is Don Mattingly. Currently serving as the bench coach for the American League Champion Toronto Blue Jays, Mattingly has been with the team for three seasons, contributing significantly to their success in reaching the World Series. With a wealth of managerial experience, the 64-year-old Mattingly previously managed the Miami Marlins for seven seasons from 2016 to 2022 and led the Los Angeles Dodgers for five seasons from 2011 to 2015. His impressive background as a player includes 2,153 hits, 222 home runs, and a .307 batting average during his time as the first baseman for the New York Yankees from 1982 to 1995.
In addition to Mattingly, the Orioles have also expressed interest in interviewing other candidates for the managerial position after the World Series concludes. Former Mariners manager Scott Servais is included in this potential lineup. Servais, who spent eight years managing the Seattle Mariners and led them to the playoffs in 2022, was let go in August 2024 during a season that resulted in a 64-64 record.
Other names linked to the Orioles’ search include Albert Pujols and former Orioles player Ryan Flaherty. Albert Pujols has been noted as a strong candidate, particularly because of his managerial experience in leading a Dominican winter ball team to a championship and his upcoming role as manager for the Dominican Republic in the next World Baseball Classic.
The Orioles are part of a larger group of eight teams looking to fill managerial vacancies. Other teams in this search include the Los Angeles Angels, Atlanta Braves, San Francisco Giants, Washington Nationals, San Diego Padres, Colorado Rockies, and Minnesota Twins. The Orioles’ recent performance contrasts sharply with their successful 2023 season, in which they won 101 games and claimed the AL East title, followed by a disappointing 2025 that saw them lose 87 games.
As the Orioles continue their search for a permanent manager, they must also solidify their coaching staff to enhance organizational performance and further develop their promising young core. The team is determined to return to contention in the competitive landscape of Major League Baseball, establishing a strong leadership foundation for future seasons.
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