Pitching coach Larry Rothschild is close to signing an extension. All coaches’ contracts expire Oct. 31.
The Mariners haven’t asked the Yankees permission to speak with any of the team’s coaches, but have talked internally about possibly interviewing third base coach Rob Thomson for their managerial opening.
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Charlie Wonsowicz, a 21-year employee of the Yankees, won’t be back for a 22nd season. The Staten Island native and former St. John’s pitcher served as an advance scout/video coordinator the past five years. The position is being eliminated.