The Twins are interviewing Yankees hitting coach James Rowson for their managerial opening, pending Yankees approval.

The Minnesota Twins are interviewing James Rowson, the Yankees' hitting coach, for their managerial vacancy, with Yankees approval. Rowson, 49, previously coached the Twins from 2017 to 2019 during their high-scoring era and has since helped improve the Yankees’ offense. He is one of several candidates, including former Pirates manager Derek Shelton and Red Sox bench coach Ramon Vázquez. The Twins dismissed Rocco Baldelli after a 70-92 season, and Rowson’s lack of managerial experience remains a key consideration. The Yankees would need to replace him if he accepts the Twins’ offer.