Athletics hire Taylor Smith as president of baseball operations
ESPN MLB • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 19, 2026, 5:21 PM
Last updated Oct 19, 2026
The Athletics have appointed Taylor Smith as their new president of baseball operations. This decision comes as the team prepares for its final season in West Sacramento, California, before relocating to Las Vegas in 2028. Smith previously held executive roles with the Red Sox and Rays, bringing significant experience to the organization. His hiring is seen as a strategic move to better position the team for its upcoming transition and future success.
- •Taylor Smith hired as president of baseball operations for the Athletics
- •Team will relocate to Las Vegas in 2028
- •Smith previously worked with the Red Sox and Rays
- 6:04 PMESPN MLB — Athletics hire ex-Red Sox, Rays exec. Smith as president of baseball ops.
"The Athletics have hired Taylor Smith as its president of baseball operations as the team heads into its final year in West Sacramento, CA and heads to Las Vegas in 2028.
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