Athletics part ways with GM David Forst amid struggles
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 8:18 PM
Last updated Aug 7, 2026
The Oakland Athletics announced that general manager David Forst has mutually agreed to part ways with the organization as of August 7, 2026. This decision concludes Forst's 27-year tenure with the club, which has been marked by a midseason collapse. Assistant GM Dan Feinstein will serve as the interim GM for the remainder of the 2026 season. The team is currently facing challenges this season, prompting this leadership change.
- •Athletics announce GM David Forst's departure on August 7, 2026.
- •Forst ends a 27-year tenure with Oakland.
- •Assistant GM Dan Feinstein takes over as interim GM.
- •The decision follows a midseason collapse for the team.
- 8:18 PMYahoo Sports — Athletics, GM David Forst have 'mutually agreed to part ways,' team announces amid midseason collapse
"The change marks the end of Forst's 27-year run with the club.
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