Overview
- ESPN reports Baltimore has expressed interest and is expected to interview Albert Pujols, though no formal meeting has occurred.
- The Angels are the only team to have interviewed Pujols, meeting with GM Perry Minasian in St. Louis last week, and are widely viewed as his most likely destination.
- Pujols managed Leones del Escogido to a Dominican Winter League championship and is slated to manage the Dominican Republic in the 2026 World Baseball Classic.
- Baltimore’s search follows Brandon Hyde’s May dismissal after a 15-28 start, with interim Tony Mansolino remaining a candidate as the club evaluates internal and external options.
- Relevant ties and logistics include Orioles executive Mike Elias’ Cardinals connection to Pujols, the Holliday family link, Pujols’ Angels personal-services deal, and a broader market with at least eight MLB managerial openings.