It's time, apparently, for 'hot seat' views on Diamondbacks' Lovullo
A recent report said that Arizona Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo had to make the playoffs to keep his job. Is he really on the hot seat with team?
The Arizona Diamondbacks are in a tight spot as they battle for a postseason spot in the 2026 MLB season, with manager Torey Lovullo's job security hanging in the balance. According to USA TODAY Sports writer Bob Nightengale, unless the Diamondbacks make the playoffs, Lovullo is likely to face the possibility of being let go. The team's close ties to Lovullo, especially former General Manager Mike Hazen, could complicate matters if the D-backs fall short of the postseason for the eighth time in nine years despite a high payroll.
As Lovullo enters the final year of his contract, ownership has shown patience in the past, but they may have little tolerance this time around if the team fails to make the playoffs. Lovullo himself acknowledged his position as a manager on the hot seat during an interview with The Arizona Republic, stating that he feels he deserves to be where he is and has a lot to prove in the upcoming season.
With just 37 games remaining in the regular season, the Diamondbacks have a chance to demonstrate their capabilities and potentially secure a new contract for Lovullo, who has a 730-751 record in 10 seasons managing the Arizona MLB team.
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