The Texas Rangers would like their next manager to be similar to Terry Francona of the Cleveland Indians and Clint Hurdle of the Pittsburgh Pirates.

Texas is expected to reduce their list of candidates to three names this week.

The front office likes how Francona and Hurdle operate. They both have a commanding presence, yet manage by inclusion.

Each of the five external candidates -- Jeff Banister, Kevin Cash Alex Cora, Torey Lovullo and Joe McEwing -- have worked or played under Francona or Hurdle.