Joe Maddon to interview with Angels this week

Former Chicago Cubs manager Joe Maddon is set to interview with the Angels this week, a source confirmed on Sunday, fueling speculation that the pairing of the Angels and Maddon remains on track.

Maddon, 65, is the only confirmed candidate for the Angels manager job, although general manager Billy Eppler said last week they would conduct a search.

The Angels fired Brad Ausmus after he led the team to a 72-90 record in his only season at the helm.

Maddon spent 31 years as a player and a coach in the Angels organization. He was a part of the coaching staff for the World Series title team in 2002 under manager Mike Scioscia.

Maddon has led the Chicago Cubs and Tampa Bay Rays to eight playoff appearances, including a World Series title with the Cubs in 2016.