I think the window on Tek being the next manager might have closed. If they want new voices in the clubhouse, he could well be among the casualties. As to the idea of Pedro and Papi giving up their cushy gigs to be there every night, travel with the team, and so forth ... yeah, there's not a chance in hell of that happening. Pedro's been far more valuable as a special instructor type, working with Bello for instance.
I've always thought that it would be fun to have Pedroia on the coaching staff, but I think that might be a non-starter as well.These guys have lives now and, theoretically, most of them still have their money. I mean, who's the most modern-day player who made millions -- never mind be a star -- who is a manager or a member of the coaching staff?