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Twins Cleared to Interview Yankees Hitting Coach James Rowson for Manager Opening

Rowson’s track record guiding elite offenses and his previous stint in Minnesota have made him a leading figure as the Twins begin formal interviews.

Sep 6, 2022; St. Petersburg, Florida, USA; Boston Red Sox first base coach Ramon Vazquez (84) throws a pitch against the Boston Red Sox during the second inning at Tropicana Field. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports
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Overview

  • The Yankees granted Minnesota permission on Tuesday for the Twins to speak with hitting coach James Rowson about their vacant manager position.
  • Rowson, 49, helped oversee MLB-leading production in 2025 as the Yankees paced the majors in runs (849), home runs (274), OPS (.787) and walks (639).
  • He previously served as the Twins’ hitting coach from 2017 to 2019, including the 2019 “Bomba Squad” that set an MLB record with 307 home runs.
  • Minnesota’s interview slate is expected to include Rowson, former Pirates manager Derek Shelton and Red Sox bench coach Ramón Vázquez, with the Globe reporting Vázquez will interview this week.
  • The Twins fired Rocco Baldelli after a 70-92 season, and if they hire Rowson the Yankees would need a new hitting coach, with reports mentioning internal options such as Pat Roessler or Jarret DeHart as possibilities.