Both the Cubs and Red Sox have requested and been granted permission to interview Rangers pitching coach Mike Maddux for their vacant managerial positions. "Mike is in a key role for us and has had a prominent hand in our success the past few years," Rangers GM Jon Daniels said on Thursday. "But this is a unique opportunity to discuss a coveted position with two storied franchises, and we believe in allowing our people to pursue opportunities that they're interested in. It reflects well both on Mike and our organization that he's under consideration."