Bud Selig, former commissioner of Major League Baseball and longtime owner of the Milwaukee Brewers, spoke about the significance of the Brewers’ return to the World Series after a 44-year hiatus. At 92 years old, Selig reflected on the journey since he first brought the franchise to Milwaukee 58 years ago, describing the current achievement as a milestone both personally and for the city.

“This is a great moment for me. This is a great moment for Milwaukee,” Selig said. He expressed optimism about the team’s prospects this year, noting the distinctive character of the Brewers’ roster.

A notable aspect of the Brewers’ current success is their uncommon utilization of three World Series starters in their debut full seasons. Pitchers Jacob Misiorowski, Logan Henderson, and Robert Gasser have taken on significant roles, a feat last accomplished by the 2015 New York Mets, who featured Noah Syndergaard, Jacob deGrom, and Steven Matz. Matz, now with the Tampa Bay Rays, was part of that rotation.

The Mets coaching situation remains dynamic, with Kevin Long, a candidate for their hitting coach position after his recent departure from the Philadelphia Phillies, maintaining connections in professional baseball. Long has notable ties to players such as Juan Soto, formerly of the Washington Nationals, and to Mets executive Carlos Beltrán, who credited Long for teaching him how to switch hit early in his career while with the Kansas City Royals minor league system.

Beyond the Mets, other teams including the Seattle Mariners and St. Louis Cardinals are reportedly searching for hitting coaches, with speculation also surrounding the New York Yankees’ interest, following comments by Hal Steinbrenner on the organization’s post-season review call.

In front office developments, the Houston Astros have shown interest in Matt Kleine, the Brewers’ assistant general manager, as a candidate for a general manager position, with some insiders naming him a frontrunner. The Chicago White Sox have also interviewed candidates such as Josh Barfield, assistant general manager and son of former player Jesse Barfield, among others.

These movements highlight an active offseason in Major League Baseball, as teams seeking competitive advantages look to staff acquisitions both on the field and in the front office.