When news came out that current Cubs GM Carter Hawkins had interviewed for the vacant job with the same title in Washington, Cubs fans were almost universally supportive of the departure. Some believe there might be an opening in the front office regardless of the Nats’ choice, in which case an internal candidate could rise in the ranks. VP of Scouting Dan Kantrovitz quickly established himself as an exceptional talent evaluator, and he could provide the organization with a different point of view as Jed Hoyer looks to guide it to sustained success.
According to Marquee’s Bruce Levine, Kantrovitz opted against interviewing for the Orioles’ GM job despite being on their short list.