# Mariners' Manager Search Adds Kanzler

> Seattle Mariners consider Jason Kanzler as manager after Dan Wilson's exit.
- Title: Mariners' Manager Search Adds Kanzler · Seattletimes
- Summary: Seattle Mariners consider Jason Kanzler as manager after Dan Wilson's exit. Seattle Mariners are exploring Jason Kanzler, a Cubs player development director…
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## Mariners' Manager Search
Seattle Mariners have a small list of candidates for their new manager after Dan Wilson's departure.
## Jason Kanzler Added
Jason Kanzler, Chicago Cubs player development director, is one of three names linked to the Mariners' managerial opening.
## Other Candidates
Former Houston Astros manager Joe Espada and former Minnesota Twins manager Rocco Baldelli are also in the running.
## Initial Search List
Mariners started with 30-40 names but narrowed to 10-12 candidates through video calls.
## No Timeline
Mariners president Jerry Dipoto said there is no timeline for hiring a new manager.
## Kanzler's Background
Kanzler left baseball after a brief playing career to become a high-school teacher and coach.
## Kanzler's Experience
Kanzler has no managerial experience but worked as a minor-league hitting instructor and major-league coach.
## Dipoto's Stance
Dipoto said managerial experience is preferred but not required for the new manager.
## Key takeaway

Seattle Mariners are exploring Jason Kanzler, a Cubs player development director with no managerial experience, as a potential manager after Dan Wilson's departure.