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Dana Brown’s departure as Astros GM sparks a watchlist of seven MLB executives who could be next to face changes: Nick Krall (Reds), Mike Elias (Orioles), Jerry Dipoto (Mariners), Scott Harris (Tigers), David Stearns (Mets), Ben Cherington (Pirates) and Buster Posey (Giants), with underperforming rosters and rebuilds cited as the backdrop for heightened scrutiny.
With the Aug. 3 deadline looming, seven MLB executives—Dave Dombrowski (Phillies), David Stearns (Mets), Dana Brown (Astros), Brian Cashman (Yankees), Mike Elias (Orioles), Craig Breslow (Red Sox) and Ben Cherington (Pirates)—are under intense scrutiny as they chase adds or trades to shield job security, chase a World Series run, or reshape rosters for 2027, with marquee talking points including Bryce Harper’s call for bullpen help, Tarik Skubal’s potential move, and the need for lefty outfield and rotation depth.
UNC will cover the general manager duties during Michael Lombardi's paid leave, detailing how the football program will operate in his absence over the coming weeks.
As the Aug. 3 trade deadline looms, seven GMs—Brian Cashman (Yankees), Dave Dombrowski (Phillies), Scott Harris (Tigers), David Stearns (Mets), A.J. Preller (Padres), Dana Brown (Astros) and Buster Posey (Giants)—face high-stakes decisions ranging from maximizing or salvaging playoff chances to selling veterans or shoring up weak farm systems, each balancing immediate needs against future prospects in a potentially buyer’s or seller’s market.
Detroit will search for a new head of hockey operations after Steve Yzerman steps into an advisory role; the field ranges from internal candidates like Shawn Horcoff and Ryan Martin to established GMs such as Brendan Shanahan, Marc Bergevin, and Jim Nill, plus analytics-focused up-and-comers like Brett Peterson and Sam Ventura, with timing and the possibility of a president/GM pairing shaping the process.
Steve Yzerman abruptly stepped down as the Detroit Red Wings' general manager after seven seasons with zero playoff appearances, transitioning to an advisory role for owner Chris Ilitch as the team begins a search for new hockey leadership. The move follows Dylan Larkin's trade request and comes amid a decade-long playoff drought, with scrutiny over past roster moves and goaltending as Detroit seeks fresh leadership to restore its championship ambitions.
Steve Yzerman resigns as Detroit Red Wings GM to take an advisory role as the team begins a search for a new head of hockey operations after missing the playoffs for a 10th straight year; the move comes amid ongoing challenges, including captain Dylan Larkin requesting a trade, with Kris Draper and Sean Horcoff continuing as assistants, and ownership expressing gratitude for Yzerman's contributions while keeping him with the organization.
The Vikings introduced former Seahawks exec Nolan Teasley as the new general manager, giving him final say on the 53-man roster and responsibility for football operations, with ownership and coach Kevin O’Connell sharing leadership, and Rob Brzezinski reporting to Teasley to form a collaborative leadership structure.
Nashville named Chris MacFarland as President of Hockey Operations and GM, replacing Barry Trotz who will move into an advisory role. MacFarland, formerly the Avalanche GM, helped Colorado win the 2022 Stanley Cup and reach strong playoff runs, and is tasked with building a winner in Nashville as Trotz assists during the transition.
The Minnesota Vikings named Nolan Teasley, a 13-season front‑office veteran with the Seattle Seahawks and a two‑time Super Bowl winner, as their new general manager, joining forces with coach Kevin O’Connell and EVP Rob Brzezinski to lead football operations. Teasley’s track record in talent evaluation, the draft, free agency and trades helped Seattle reach nine playoff appearances and two championships, and he now brings that experience to Minnesota.
The Minnesota Vikings named Nolan Teasley their new general manager, succeeding fired Kwesi Adofo-Mensah. Teasley, a two-time Super Bowl winner with the Seahawks, will work with interim EVP Rob Brzezinski and head coach Kevin O’Connell as Minnesota pursues a championship.
Vikings general manager Nolan Teasley will begin by shaping his front-office staff, building key relationships (notably with head coach Kevin O’Connell and interim exec Brzezinski, plus Brian Flores), and evaluating the 2026 roster and cap space, using June practices and training camp as data points for future moves.
The Minnesota Vikings have agreed to hire Nolan Teasley as their new general manager, replacing interim Rob Brzezinski. Teasley, the Seahawks’ assistant general manager for the past four seasons and a key contributor to their roster-building (including a recent Super Bowl win), will bring an outside perspective to the Vikings’ front office and will work to align the organization with the coaching staff following a lengthy search and multiple rounds of interviews.
The Minnesota Vikings have agreed to hire Nolan Teasley, a longtime Seahawks executive, to be their new general manager, replacing Kwesi Adofo-Mensah. Teasley spent 14 years in Seattle in pro personnel roles after starting as a scouting intern, and he played running back at Central Washington.
The Minnesota Vikings are narrowing their general manager search and emphasizing leadership capable of uniting the football operation, coaching staff, and business side. The team has trimmed its candidate list and is moving through interviews, aided by networking at the NFL May owners meetings and participation in the Coach and Front Office Accelerator program. The piece also touches on Adrian Peterson’s upcoming Ring of Honor induction and broader Hall of Fame discussion connected to Peterson and other candidates.