The Miami Marlins are in the midst of a search for a new manager, and there’s a familiar name among the potential candidates: Los Angeles Dodgers first base coach Clayton McCullough.

According to Isaac Azout of Fish On First (via X), McCullough is set to interview for the role, making him the second confirmed candidate to meet with Miami, following Tigers bench coach George Lombard.

This isn’t McCullough’s first stint with the Marlins. During the manager search two years ago, McCullough interviewed for the position before the team hired Skip Schumaker.

Schumaker continued to guide the Marlins to postseason play in 2023, but the team’s direction changed after owner Bruce Sherman decided to prioritize the development of the farm system. The move led to the departure of general manager Kim Ng last season.

Following his exit, the Marlins hired Peter Bendix as their new president of baseball operations, signaling a return to rebuilding mode. As a result, Schumaker and the Marlins parted ways after the 2024 season, leaving Miami to once again search for a new manager.

Although McCullough will be working in a different front office in Miami this time around, he will find a familiar face in Marlins assistant general manager Gabe Kapler. The two had previously worked together during their time with the Dodgers; McCullough served as minor league fielding coordinator and Kapler was director of player development. Kapler eventually went on to manage the Phillies and Giants, while McCullough continued his coaching career with the Dodgers.

McCullough has become a popular name not only with the Marlins but also in their recent management search. He is also currently Chicago White Sox The vacant management position further complicates his schedule as he balances preparing for interviews with helping the Dodgers with their business. World Series to run.

Over the years, McCullough was considered for managerial roles with many teams, including the Mets, Brewers, Guardians and Royals. He was even a finalist for the Royals job before they hired Matt Quatraro.

McCullough was the Dodgers’ first base coach for the past four seasons and previously served as the team’s minor league fielding coordinator starting in 2015. Although he had no MLB managerial experience, he spent several years managing in the Blue Jays’ minor league system starting in 2007. After his minor league playing career ended in 2005 until 2014.