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Orioles Finalizing Deal to Hire Craig Albernaz as Manager, Sources Say

He would leave Cleveland’s staff after back-to-back AL Central titles under Stephen Vogt.

Overview

  • Multiple outlets reported late Sunday that Baltimore is set to announce Albernaz, while ESPN says the sides are finalizing a deal.
  • Albernaz, 42, served as the Guardians’ associate manager in 2025 after working as their bench coach in 2024.
  • Baltimore opened the job by firing Brandon Hyde following a 15-28 start, then finished 75-87 under interim manager Tony Mansolino.
  • Albernaz’s résumé includes Midwest League Manager of the Year honors in 2018 and a stint as the Giants’ bullpen and catching coach beginning in 2019.
  • The Orioles are viewed as an attractive landing spot with a young core of hitters, though recent pitching injuries and depth questions remain.