Stephen Vogt commits to Guardians, ends Mariners speculation — SkimNews
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- Stephen Vogt said he will return to manage the Cleveland Guardians next season, dispelling rumors of a move to the Seattle Mariners.
- Vogt stated he has not been contacted by the Mariners, who fired their manager last month after a 76-86 season.
- Guardians president Chris Antonetti said he expects Vogt to manage in Cleveland "for a really long time" and the team has no interest in him managing elsewhere.
- Vogt cited the difficulty of being away from his family in Washington but said his wife supports his role in Cleveland.
- The Guardians won the division under Vogt for a third straight year and advanced to the ALCS before being eliminated by the Tampa Bay Rays.
- Vogt explained that pitcher Tanner Bibee's lack of postseason use was due to a strategic preference for left-handed pitchers, and said Bibee will be a "huge part" of the team long-term.
Why it matters: Vogt's commitment ends a significant distraction for a Guardians franchise seeking its first World Series in 78 years. It provides stability for a young team and its front office, which now avoids a costly managerial search or a potential trade scenario.
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