Tigers abruptly fire Triple-A manager for cryptic ‘violation’
The Detroit Tigers have fired Triple-A Toledo Mud Hens manager Gabe Alvarez due to a 'violation of club policy,' though the specific details were not disclosed. Mike Hessman, the team's hitting coach, will serve as interim manager. Alvarez, a former MLB player and successful minor league manager, was in his second season with Toledo after leading Erie to two league titles.
- ▪Gabe Alvarez was fired as manager of the Toledo Mud Hens for a violation of club policy.
- ▪Mike Hessman, the Mud Hens' hitting coach, will take over as interim manager.
- ▪Alvarez previously managed the Double-A Erie Seawolves and won two Eastern League titles.
- ▪He was named Eastern League Manager of the Year in 2023.
- ▪The Mud Hens currently have a 17-16 record and are in fourth place in their division.
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MLB Tigers abruptly fire Triple-A manager for cryptic ‘violation’ By Justin Tasch Published May 5, 2026, 12:12 p.m. ET The Detroit Tigers have fired their Triple-A manager due to a “violation of club policy.” Gabe Alvarez was dumped from his post with the Toledo Mud Hens while in his second season leading the club. The organization did not disclose what the violation was. Mike Hessman, the team’s hitting coach, will take over as interim manager. The Tigers fired Triple-A Toledo manager Gabe Alvarez on Tuesday. X/@MudHens The 52-year-old was hired by the Tigers in 2022 to manage the Double-A Erie Seawolves. whom he led to two Eastern League titles. He was also named Eastern League Manager of the Year in 2023. He was promoted to manage Toledo after the 2024 season.
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