Skip to main content

CSN Bay Area

HOME  >  NEWS  >  SPORTS
Mariners interview A's bench coach Hale
Share This Post
Comments
Wednesday, October 23, 2013 - 10:30am
Follow @joestiglich

A’s bench coach Chip Hale interviewed Wednesday for the Seattle Mariners’ vacant managerial position.

Hale said he spent about three hours talking with Mariners general manager Jack Zduriencik and director of amateur scouting Tom McNamara and came out of it feeling good.

“You always feel like when you do these that they go pretty well,” Hale said in a phone interview. “It’s just baseball guys talking. We talked about different situations, how you would handle them.”

Hale, 48, just finished his second season as the right-hand man to A’s manager Bob Melvin. Hale is familiar to Zduriencik, having interviewed for the Seattle job that ultimately went to Don Wakamatsu after the 2008 season. Hale also interviewed for the New York Mets job following the 2010 season that went to Terry Collins.

Wednesday’s interview took place in Phoenix, where Zdurencik reportedly is set to talk with several candidates early in his selection process to hire a successor to Eric Wedge. Wedge resigned as Seattle’s manager during the final weekend of the 2013 regular season as the Mariners were closing out a 71-91 campaign.

Hale feels he’s a stronger managerial candidate now than he was during his previous two interviews. For one, he’s gotten experience the past two seasons as a bench coach, a job thought to be the best training ground for a manager. Two, he’s gotten more experience from being on the coaching staff of a team that’s won back-to-back American League West titles.

“It’s always nice to get an opportunity to interview , and a lot of it has to do with our success in Oakland,” Hale said. “You owe it to a lot of people when you get these opportunities.”

Hale is thought of around the majors as an up-and-coming managerial candidate, and Melvin has commented more than once that he would make a good manager someday.

Hale is under contract through next season with the A’s, as are hitting coach Chili Davis and pitching coach Curt Young. But the A’s generally have not stood in the way of an assistant who has a crack at becoming a manager.

NBCBayArea.com

There is no data to display.

Video

Sharks squander three leads, fall in OT to Kings
Stern on Kings fans: 'The enthusiasm is off the charts'
McLellan: 'We have some things we need to work on'
Warriors embarrass Lakers behind Thompson's career night

Giants

Red Sox win World Series with 6-1 victory over Cardinals
Grounded Cardinals hope to fly high with Wacha
Giants sixth most valuable franchise in MLB
Andrew Baggarly's Giants chat transcript (10.30)
Read More

Athletics

Reddick undergoes successful wrist surgery
Reddick, Cespedes denied Gold Glove awards
Ausmus interviews for Detroit managerial job
Desire to return mutual for Colon, A's
Read More

Sharks

Late penalties doom Sharks in another loss in L.A.
Instant Replay: Staples Center still a house of horrors for Sharks
Scorching Sharks try to end losing ways in L.A.
Does Havlat have something to prove in his return?
Read More

49ers

Harbaugh met face-to-face with Smith Wednesday afternoon
Reports: 49ers' Asomugha, actress wife expecting
Aldon Smith turns himself in
49ers release WR Marlon Moore
Read More

Raiders

Can Holmes help at slot receiver?
Injury update: Watson, Burris optimistic about returns
Veldheer cleared to increase activity, rehab 'on schedule'
A look inside the Raiders’ equipment room
Read More

Warriors

Lakers incapable of providing Warriors with a benchmark win
Instant Replay: Thompson sets career high, W's throttle Lakers
With no Malone, can Mark Jackson silence the whispers?
Lakers bench scores 76 in opening-night win over Clips
Read More

NCAA

Huskies lose top receiver for extended time
Report: Roc Nation tied to Pac-12 star
Injury ends Gardner's Stanford career
Stanford gets time to rest before clash with Oregon
Read More
  • Scoreboard
  • Stats
  • Schedule
  • Roster
  • MLB Standings
  • Buy Giants Gear
  • Buy Giants Tickets
  • Amy G.
  • Insider Andrew Baggarly

Latest News

Red Sox win World Series with 6-1 victory over Cardinals
CSNNE.com

More Stories

Grounded Cardinals hope to fly high with Wacha
Andrew Baggarly's Giants chat transcript (10.30)
See more >

GIANTS VIDEO

Bonds lawyers ask judge to reconsider ruling
Bonds lawyers ask judge to reconsider ruling
See more >

GIANTS TALK

Did White Sox get a bargain with Jose Abreu?
NL West: Padres LHP Richard chooses to become free agent

GIANTS INSIDER

  • Judge rejects San Jose antitrust claims against MLB
  • Scoreboard
  • Stats
  • Schedule
  • Roster
  • MLB Standings
  • Buy Athletics Gear
  • Buy Athletics Tickets

Latest News

Reddick undergoes successful wrist surgery
Joe Stiglich

More Stories

Reddick, Cespedes denied Gold Glove awards
Ausmus interviews for Detroit managerial job
(2)
See more >

A's VIDEO

Peavy finds good luck charm in San Francisco
Peavy finds good luck charm in San Francisco
See more >

A's TALK

Desire to return mutual for Colon, A's
Whiff: Red Sox eclipse Giants' postseason record
  • Scoreboard
  • Stats
  • Schedule
  • Roster
  • NHL Standings
  • Buy Sharks Gear
  • Buy Sharks Tickets
  • Insider Kevin Kurz

Latest News

Late penalties doom Sharks in another loss in L.A.
(1)
Kevin Kurz

More Stories

Instant Replay: Staples Center still a house of horrors for Sharks
(2)
Scorching Sharks try to end losing ways in L.A.
(1)
See more >

SHARKS VIDEO

Sharks squander three leads, fall in OT to Kings
Sharks squander three leads, fall in OT to Kings
See more >

Features

Does Havlat have something to prove in his return?
In the Crease: Sharks vs. Kings

SHARKS INSIDER

  • Tigers ride Verlander to shutout win, avoid ALDS collapse
  • Leyland 'slept great' after Game 4 loss
  • Scoreboard
  • Stats
  • Schedule
  • Roster
  • NBA Standings
  • Buy Warriors Gear
  • Buy Warriors Tickets

Latest News

Lakers incapable of providing Warriors with a benchmark win
(3)
Ray Ratto

More Stories

Instant Replay: Thompson sets career high, W's throttle Lakers
(1)
With no Malone, can Mark Jackson silence the whispers?
(6)
See more >

WARRIORS VIDEO

Warriors embarrass Lakers behind Thompson's career night
Warriors embarrass Lakers behind Thompson's career night
See more >

Features

Lakers bench scores 76 in opening-night win over Clips
Heat spoil Rose's return with convincing victory

MONTE POOLE

There is no data to display.

  • PRO BASKETBALL TALK
  • Scoreboard
  • Stats
  • Schedule
  • Roster
  • NBA Standings
  • Buy Kings Gear
  • Buy Kings Tickets

Latest News

Kings hang on to beat Nuggets in season opener
Associated Press

More Stories

Preview: Kings look to kick 'new era' off strong
Vivek Ranadive ready to make Kings a winner
(3)
See more >

Watch

Stern on Kings fans: 'The enthusiasm is off the charts'
Stern on Kings fans: 'The enthusiasm is off the charts'
See more >

Features

Re-invigorated Kings face toughest test next
Kings win preseason finale behind 27 from Thomas

Fantasy Hoops

  • The Daily Dose: Dose: Durant's Triple-double
  • PRO BASKETBALL TALK
  • Scoreboard
  • Stats
  • Schedule
  • Roster
  • NFL Standings
  • Buy 49ers Tickets
  • Buy 49ers Gear
  • Insider Matt Maiocco

Latest News

Harbaugh met face-to-face with Smith Wednesday afternoon
(4)
CSN Bay Area staff

More Stories

Reports: 49ers' Asomugha, actress wife expecting
(5)
Aldon Smith turns himself in
See more >

49ers VIDEO

Should 49ers bank on Aldon Smith returning this season?
Should 49ers bank on Aldon Smith returning this season?
See more >

WEEKLY REWIND

Week 8 Rewind: 49ers set the tone in rout of Jags
(13)
Matt Maiocco

49ers INSIDER

There is no data to display.

  • Scoreboard
  • Stats
  • Schedule
  • Roster
  • NFL Standings
  • Buy Raiders Tickets
  • Buy Raiders Gear
  • Insider Scott Bair

Latest News

Can Holmes help at slot receiver?
(5)
Scott Bair

More Stories

Injury update: Watson, Burris optimistic about returns
(1)
Veldheer cleared to increase activity, rehab 'on schedule'
(2)
See more >

RAIDERS VIDEO

Three and Out: Watson's cautious approach; increased role for Holmes
Three and Out: Watson's cautious approach; increased role for Holmes
See more >

WEEKLY REWIND

Week 8 Rewind: Raiders defense defying expectations
(11)
Scott Bair

RAIDERS INSIDER

There is no data to display.

  • Scoreboard
  • Stats
  • Schedule
  • Roster
  • MLS Standings
  • MLS Player Leaders
  • Buy Quakes Gear
  • Buy Quakes Tickets

Top Story

Quakes sign Mark Watson to multi-year contract as head coach
(1)
CSN Bay Area staff

More Stories

Quakes end season with win over FC Dallas
'Quakes advance to CONCACAF Champions League quarterfinals
See more >

Watch

Earquakes beat FC Dallas 2-1, Corrales honored
Earquakes beat FC Dallas 2-1, Corrales honored
See more >

Shop

ANDREW BAGGARLY

Giants' Ron Wotus interviews for Mariners manager job
(17)
See more >

MONTE POOLE

Instant Replay: Thompson sets career high, W's throttle Lakers
(1)
See more >

MATT MAIOCCO

49ers do not trade but add Carradine into the mix
(88)
See more >

SCOTT BAIR

Can Holmes help at slot receiver?
(5)
See more >

KEVIN KURZ

Late penalties doom Sharks in another loss in L.A.
(1)
See more >

CASEY PRATT

RAY RATTO

Lakers incapable of providing Warriors with a benchmark win

TOP STORIES

  • Reddick undergoes successful wrist surgery
  • Reddick, Cespedes denied Gold Glove awards
  • Desire to return mutual for Colon, A's

AFF

Enter here for the chance to win a pair of tickets to Authentic Fan Friday!

FOLLOW @CSNAUTHENTIC

@CSNAuthentic on Twitter

Facebook.com/CSNBayArea

CSN on Instagram

TEXT ALERTS

Be the first to know. Sign up for breaking news text alerts!

NCAA

Stanford gets time to rest before clash with Oregon
Penn State to pay $60 million to 26 Sandusky accusers

MORE

  • SaberCats
  • Preps
  • Biz Ball
  • Fight Sports
  • Motor Sports
  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Ray Ratto
Curry Jersey
Giants Fitted Hat
49ers Hoodie

Mega Menu: Shop

  • Giants
  • A's Shop
  • 49ers
  • Raiders Shop
  • Warriors
  • Kings Shop
  • Sharks Shop

Mega Menu: Shop - Tickets

  • Giants
  • A's Tickets
  • 49ers
  • Raiders Tickets
  • Warriors
  • Kings Tickets
  • Sharks Tickets

Latest Videos

Sharks squander three leads, fall in OT to Kings
Sharks squander three leads, fall in OT to Kings
See more >

ONLINE SHOWS

  • Buster Knows Squat
  • Romo's Relief
  • Humm BB
  • Diamond Girls
  • Bullshootin'
  • Amy G.’s Exclusives
  • Learning with the Pros

TV SHOWS

  • All Videos
  • SportsNet Central
  • Yahoo! SportsTalk Live

INSIDERS

  • Ray Ratto - Senior Insider
  • Andrew Baggarly - Giants Insider
  • Matt Maiocco - 49ers Insider
  • Scott Bair - Raiders Insider
  • Kevin Kurz - Sharks Insider
  • Casey Pratt - Field of Teams
  • TV Schedule - Bay Area and California
  • Channel Locations - Bay Area
  • Channel Locations - California