Albert Pujols, the Dominican Republic's captain in the 2026 World Baseball Classic, has been considered a potential MLB manager. However, some experts believe he should already have a position in the big leagues. Longtime skipper Dusty Baker and teammate Juan Soto believe Pujol's experience would be an easy transition for him. Despite being in the running for multiple MLB managing jobs this year, these discussions ultimately fell through. Pujoll was also in talks with the Angels, the Padres and Orioles, but admitted he still doesn't know everything about managing a club.