For the first time in seven years, the Marlins are in need of a new major league manager following Don Mattingly’s departure. Fish Stripes will dedicate articles to each of the candidates who interview for the position.
You won’t find any other realistic managerial candidate who is as popular among Marlins fans—and alumni—than Joe Espada. At age 47, he is one of the youngest people in the mix to be Miami’s new skipper.
The Puerto Rican middle infielder was the second-round pick of the Oakland Athletics in the 1996 MLB Draft. He lacked over-the-fence power, but otherwise possessed a well-rounded skill set.