Marlins promote ex-Giants manager Gabe Kapler to GM
The Miami Marlins named former player and San Francisco Giants manager Gabe Kapler as their general manager on Monday.
DETROIT, MI - JULY 24: Manager Gabe Kapler #19 of the San Francisco Giants and Austin Slater #13 watch from the dugout during the third inning against the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park on July 24, 2023 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Duane Burleson/Getty Images)
(Photo by Duane Burleson/Getty Images)
The Miami Marlins named former major league player and manager Gabe Kapler as their general manager on Monday.
Kapler most recently was assistant general manager of the club, focusing on player, coaching and staff development. Prior to that, he served as manager of the Philadelphia Phillies (2018-19) and San Francisco Giants (2020-23).
He also spent three years (2015-17) as the director of player development for the Los Angeles Dodgers, where he worked with current Marlins manager Clayton McCullough.
The Marlins announced that they have promoted Gabe Kapler from assistant general manager to general manager pic.twitter.com/xlPWBmNvPO
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“It is an exciting time to be part of the Marlins organization, and I am ready to continue the great work we are doing here,” Gabe Kapler said of the baseball operations staff.
“The growth and momentum we’ve built are a direct reflection of a clear vision, a strong culture and an incredible team working together toward a shared goal. I’m proud to help continue that progress and contribute to what’s ahead.”
In 2025, four Miami minor league affiliates reached the postseason, a first in club history. Jacksonville won the Triple-A National Championship.
Additionally, the Marlins announced Frankie Piliere as vice president, amateur forecasting and player evaluation initiatives, and Vinesh Kanthan as senior director, baseball operations.
“These three leaders have each made a meaningful impact since joining our team, exemplifying the values that define our culture: driving innovation across every area of the team, leading with a forward-thinking mindset, and elevating those around them as great teammates,” said Peter Bendix, president of baseball operations, said in a news release. “Their advancement is a testament to the caliber of talent and person within our organization and our continued commitment to building a culture of collaboration and excellence.”
Gabe Kapler, 50, was an outfielder for six teams over his 12-year career. A lifetime .268 hitter, he was part of the Boston Red Sox team that won the 2004 World Series.
The Marlins open the 2026 season at home against the Colorado Rockies on March 26.
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While the 2024 MLB offseason was centered around the free agency of superstar outfielder Juan Soto, another corner outfielder will throw his hat into this year’s free agency ring for 2025: Kyle Tucker.
Tucker, who just put the finishing touches on another strong MLB season with the Chicago Cubs, will become a free agent at the conclusion of the 2025 World Series.
The 28-year-old will be the best player available on the free agent market this fall and winter, and while the former Astros star won’t command a new deal in the Soto-Ohtani range ($700+ million), interested teams will need to be prepared to open up their wallets if they want to pencil ‘Kyle Tucker’ into their Opening Day lineup come March.
It’s going to be another important offseason for the San Francisco Giants, especially on the heels of another lackluster season.
San Francisco posted an 81-81 record in 2024, their fourth consecutive season with a .500 record or worse. The Giants, who secured three World Series titles and made the playoffs four times from 2010-2016, have made the postseason just once since the start of the 2017 season.
In recent years, the Giants have attempted to make splashy free-agent signings but have come up short.
Last offseason, the pendulum swung San Francisco’s way as they inked shortstop Willy Adames to a seven-year, $182 million deal. After signing Gold Glove third baseman Matt Chapman in 2024, the veteran infielder signed a six-year, $151 million extension before hitting free agency last winter.
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Upcoming San Francisco Giants & MLB Offseason Schedule
- MLB Free Agency begins the day after the World Series concludes
- December 7-11th – MLB Winter Meetings in Orlando, Florida
- Mid-November – MLB Non-Tender Deadline
- Early-January – MLB Arbitration Negotiations
- Mid-February – Pitchers & Catchers report for Spring Training
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