From EssentiallySports · Sourav Kumar Ghatak · · 50s
A's Hire New GM for Immediate Fix
A's new GM Taylor Smith must fix pitching to win after 2026's 64-98 season.
In brief
A's new GM Taylor Smith must fix pitching to win after 2026's 64-98 season. The A's need to improve pitching and defense after a 64-98 record in 2026. Originally reported by EssentiallySports.
A's Struggle in 2026
The A's had a 64-98 record in 2026 after failing to reach .500 since 2022.
New GM Taylor Smith
Taylor Smith, former Boston Red Sox assistant GM, joins A's to rebuild.
Pitching Crisis
The A's pitching staff had a 5.51 team ERA, ranking 29th in MLB.
Bullpen Failures
Relievers like Jeffrey Springs had a 0-13 record or bloated ERAs.
Owner John Fisher
Owner John Fisher has been criticized for low spending on the A's roster.
Las Vegas Move
The A's will start in Las Vegas in 2028 after a $2 million stadium investment.
At a glance
The A's need to improve pitching and defense after a 64-98 record in 2026.
