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McLeod to interview for Twins’ front-office role
- Updated: September 13, 2016
DETROIT — The Twins asked for and received permission to interview Cubs executive Jason McLeod for their vacant front-office position, Chicago general manager Jed Hoyer confirmed Monday.
McLeod, the Cubs’ senior vice president of player development and amateur scouting, is considered an up-and-coming candidate to oversee a front office. The Twins are looking to emulate the structure of organizations such as the Cubs, who have a president of baseball operations and a general manager.
“I expect Jason will talk to Minnesota, as has been speculated,” Hoyer said. “I don’t have any timing on that. I’m expecting that to happen.”
McLeod has an eye for talent, helping to rebuild the Red Sox and Cubs under Theo Epstein. McLeod also had two stints with the Padres, …
