Who is Craig Albernaz?
Craig Albernaz is the newly appointed manager of the Baltimore Orioles and a respected baseball coach known for developing young talent in Major League Baseball. His hire on October 26, 2025, marks his first managerial role in MLB, making headlines after the Orioles' disappointing 2025 season and the firing of former manager Brandon Hyde.
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Albernaz, age 42, was associate manager for the Cleveland Guardians before being tapped to lead Baltimore; he’s recognized for guiding Cleveland to back-to-back playoff runs and cultivating player development.
Why Craig Albernaz Is Trending Right Now?
Craig Albernaz is trending because the Baltimore Orioles finalized a deal to hire him as their new manager on October 26, 2025, following a highly publicized search reported by ESPN and confirmed by reputable outlets. Hyde’s mid-season firing (May 17, 2025) after a poor 15-28 start put the spotlight on the managerial vacancy. MLB, posting on X via @MLB, reported that the Baltimore Orioles will name Craig Albernaz as their new manager, according to multiple sources, including MLB Network insider @JonHeyman. Albernaz recently spent two seasons with Cleveland's coaching staff as bench coach and associate manager.
Albernaz’s candidacy gained traction after the Orioles’ unsuccessful season. This managerial shake-up pushed Albernaz into the news cycle, something not seen in prior years.
Craig Albernaz's Background and Career
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Age: 42 (turns 43 on October 30, 2025)
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Location: Somerset, Massachusetts, USA
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Education: Bachelor of Arts, Sports Management—Eckerd College (Florida)
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Playing Career: Minor league catcher/pitcher (Tampa Bay Rays, Detroit Tigers, 2006–2014).
Coaching Career:
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Tampa Bay Rays (Minor League Coach, 2015–19; Midwest League Manager of the Year in 2018)
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San Francisco Giants (Bullpen and catching coach, 2020–2023)
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Cleveland Guardians (Bench coach 2024; associate manager 2025, contributed to consecutive playoff appearances).
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Albernaz’s professional ascent is well-documented, but detailed early-life bio info isn't widely available beyond his playing stint in Somerset and Eckerd College—it's not a padded story, just the facts.
What Craig Albernaz Is Known For?
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Main Claim to Fame: First MLB managerial appointment with Baltimore Orioles in October 2025.
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Notable Work: Key contributor on Cleveland Guardians staff, leading them to two playoff seasons (2023 and 2024); guided San Francisco’s bullpen and catching units to top MLB performances.
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Awards: Midwest League Manager of the Year (Bowling Green Hot Rods, 2018).
Disclaimer: The information provided about Craig Albernaz is compiled from trusted public sources and official announcements as of October 27, 2025. Details may change as new updates are released. This content is for general informational purposes and should not be considered as official team or league policy statements.
