Jason Kanzler has been named to the Seattle Mariners managerial position, bringing a reputation for energy and intensity to the club. Kanzler previously served as a coach with the Houston Astros, where he was part of the staff during the 2022 season.
The appointment was reported on November 5, 2026, with SB Nation's Kate Preusser noting Kanzler's transition from the Astros organization to the Mariners' dugout. A photo from March 16, 2022, shows Kanzler during Houston Astros Photo Day at The Ballpark of the Palm Beaches in West Palm Beach, Florida.
