It has been reported that the Padres will be hiring Jayce Tingler as their next manager.
Most fans were expecting it to either be Tingler or Ron Washington. But A.J. Preller has had a close relationship with Tingler for years and it seemed that Preller was pushing to sign him.
Before being hired as the Padres manager, Tingler was with the Rangers. He served as an interim bench coach, assistant general manager, Minor Leagues field coordinator, and Major Leagues development coordinator.
Tingler is currently coaching Leones del Escogido in the Dominican Winter League. He has a 9-1 record this season.