Jason Kanzler has been appointed as the new manager of the Seattle Mariners, with the Associated Press reporting on Thursday that he is ready to "ride the lightning" in his new role. The announcement came via NBC Sports on November 5, 2026.
Kanzler takes over a Mariners team looking to build on recent seasons. The phrase "ride the lightning" suggests an energetic approach to the challenge ahead.
Further details about Kanzler's background and contract terms were not immediately disclosed in the initial report.
