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Mariners Get Permission to Interview Astros Manager Joe Espada
The Seattle Mariners have permission to interview Joe Espada for their vacant manager’s job.
Seattle is looking for a new manager after moving on from Dan Wilson.
Espada currently manages the Houston Astros, whose contract with him ends this month.
Houston has not officially decided to part ways with him, and it is unclear whether he has met with owner Jim Crane.
Espada took over as manager in 2023, and the Astros have gone 256-229 under him.
Houston won the AL West in 2024, but its recent seasons have included playoff exits and a weaker roster than during its earlier run of success.
Seattle’s interview is a possible next step, while Espada’s future in Houston remains unsettled.
The Seattle Mariners have permission to interview Houston Astros manager Joe Espada for their managerial vacancy.
Seattle is seeking a replacement after moving on from manager Dan Wilson.
Houston has not officially moved on from Espada, whose contract is due to expire at the end of October.
Espada became the Astros’ manager in 2023 and has a record of 256 wins and 229 losses in the role.
- Who
- The Seattle Mariners and Astros manager Joe Espada.
- What
- Seattle has been granted permission to interview Espada for its managerial opening.
- When
- The report was published on October 13, 2026.
- Where
- Seattle and Houston.
- Why
- The Mariners have a managerial vacancy after moving on from Dan Wilson.
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Espada became the Astros’ manager after Dusty Baker retired.
Espada said he expected to meet with Astros owner Jim Crane in the next day or two.
The Mariners were reported to have permission to interview Espada.
Espada’s contract with Houston is due to expire.
- Seattle vacancy
- Open after the Mariners moved on from Dan Wilson
- Interview candidate
- Joe Espada
- Espada’s Astros record
- 256 wins and 229 losses
- Contract
- Due to expire at the end of October
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