Report: Mariners Considering Astros’ Joe Espada for Manager Job
The Astros gave Espada permission to interview after a quick playoff exit and Houston’s front office shakeup, according to MLB.com reporters.
- On Tuesday, the Houston Astros granted Manager Joe Espada permission to interview with the Seattle Mariners for their vacant managerial position.
- After finishing the 2026 season with a 76-86 record, the Mariners fired Dan Wilson and are seeking a replacement for their managerial vacancy.
- In his three-year tenure with the Astros, Espada holds a 256-229 record and led the club to American League West titles in 2024 and 2026.
- Mariners president of baseball operations Jerry Dipoto said the club needs "something new," considering upwards of 40 candidates for the position.
- The 51-year-old manager remains under contract with the Astros until the end of the month, though the team has not indicated whether they plan to retain him.
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Mariners Target 9-Year Astros Veteran Amid Houston's Uncertainty
Technically, Joe Espada is still with the Houston Astros, but after finishing with just .500 in the 2026 season, that might not be the case when the 2027 season opens. After 9 years with the Astros, Daniel Kramer just reported that “the Mariners will meet with Joe Espada for their managerial vacancy.” The Seattle Mariners […]
Mariners to meet with Astros’ Joe Espada about managerial opening
In their first full-fledged managerial search in 11 years, the Mariners are scouring just about every corner of the baseball industry to unearth intriguing candidates. Seattle’s initial list featured upwards of 40 names.
M’s to interview Astros’ Joe Espada for managerial vacancy
HOUSTON — Houston Astros manager Joe Espada, whose status with the franchise remains in doubt, will meet with the Seattle Mariners regarding their managerial vacancy, a source who spoke on condition of anonymity in order to candidly discuss ongoing hiring processes confirmed to The Athletic on Tuesday.
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