Angels Decline Kurt Suzuki's Option and Will Hire a New Manager

By Sports Unc · October 21, 2026 · the Oct 21, 2026 edition

The Angels declined their option on manager Kurt Suzuki after one season and will seek a new manager and coaching staff for 2027, MLB.com reports; general manager John Mozeliak said the team's record was not a true reflection of Suzuki's abilities and offered him a role as a special assistant. Suzuki, 43, the first Hawaiian-born manager in the majors, played his last two seasons as a catcher with the Angels. Mozeliak's own contract is up in December.

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MLB.com, Angels decline Suzuki's option

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