The World Series is off today, and given the unconfirmed reports of David Ross’s imminent ascension to the managerial seat with the Cubs, I expect we’re going to get an official announcement today. It’s *possible* that will include an introductory press conference, but it’s also possible that will come next week. Gonna be extremely busy around baseball on that front as soon as the World Series ends.
Relatedly: How weird is it that we’re almost halfway through the World Series and only TWO of the eight managerial openings have been filled? And both were obvious, heavily-connected candidates? (UPDATE AS I WAS TYPING THIS: Now it’s three, with Joe Girardi heading to the Phillies.)
Padres still working on manager search. Tingler/Washington are perceived as favorites but word is SD very recently interviewed Mark Loretta. Perhaps they still hire Tingler/Wash but Loretta, with coaching/front office (plus MLB playing) experience might be good compromise option
— Jon Heyman (@JonHeyman) October 23, 2019
As I said on the radio several times, Espada was brought in Sunday and did a mock press conference as well as a fake "talk" with the team. Ross did the same on Monday. Obviously a strength for Ross. Not sure if it clinched the job for him but it didn't hurt.
— Jesse Rogers (@ESPNChiCubs) October 23, 2019
It's official.@Nationals RP Fernando Rodney is the 4th player EVER to play in every single round of the Postseason in both leagues. pic.twitter.com/HgQKsvWt3z
— FOX Sports: MLB (@MLBONFOX) October 24, 2019
Pittsburgh Pirates and Team President, Frank Coonelly, agree to part ways. pic.twitter.com/zmmQjjTouW
— Pirates (@Pirates) October 23, 2019
BREAKING: The Pirates will hire former Penguins chief operating officer Travis Williams as their president, sources have told the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. https://t.co/yOhJtadJDQ
— Pittsburgh Post-Gazette (@PittsburghPG) October 23, 2019
Jordan Minch threw 2 scoreless IP in his final AFL outing last night. The lefty, who reportedly touched 96 this fall and made the All Star Game, finished with 10 IP, 8 H, 1.80 ERA, 1 BB (huge), 14 K. The 2014 35th rd’er from Purdue likely secured his spot in Iowa’s 2020 bullpen.
— Cubs Prospects – Bryan Smith (@cubprospects) October 24, 2019
Major league umpire Rob Drake tweeted “I will be buying an AR-15 tomorrow, because if you impeach MY PRESIDENT this way, YOU WILL HAVE ANOTHER CIVAL WAR!!! #MAGA2020”, according to a copy of the tweet obtained by ESPN. MLB says it is aware of it. News: https://t.co/Qf7VMAXEoJ
— Jeff Passan (@JeffPassan) October 23, 2019
The #MLBUA is aware of Rob Drake’s posting on social media earlier today. Rob is a passionate individual and an…
Posted by MLBUA on Wednesday, October 23, 2019
Mets “bombshell” candidate appears not to be Mets consultant/TV star Jessica Mendoza. Some tweeps have guessed her but person in the know referred to the unknown bombshell candidate as a “guy.” That would eliminate her. #MysteryManager
— Jon Heyman (@JonHeyman) October 24, 2019