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Kurt Suzuki departs as Angels manager after franchise's first 100-loss season

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 21, 2026, 7:16 PM

Last updated Oct 21, 2026

Kurt Suzuki departs as Angels manager after franchise's first 100-loss season
Summary

Kurt Suzuki will not return as the Los Angeles Angels manager following the 2026 season, during which the team lost 100 games for the first time in franchise history. The Angels have not made the postseason since 2014. Interim GM John Mozeliak stated that despite the record, Suzuki earned respect within the organization and has been offered a special assistant position. The Angels are now one of three MLB teams with managerial vacancies, positioning themselves to search for their fifth full-time manager in six years.

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By the Numbers
  • •Suzuki managed the Angels for just one season.
  • •The team set a franchise record with 100 losses in 2026.
  • •Angels have not reached the playoffs since 2014.
  • •Suzuki has been offered a special assistant role.
  • •Angels join Astros and Mariners in having managerial vacancies.
Latest Updates
  • 8:01 PMESPN MLB — Suzuki out as Angels manager after 100-loss season
  • 7:07 PMCBS Sports — Kurt Suzuki out as Angels manager after 100-loss season, creating MLB's third vacancy
What they're saying
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After just one season, Kurt Suzuki will not be returning as manager of the Angels after the club lost 100 games for the first time in franchise history.

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The Angels, who have not been to the postseason since 2014, lost 100 games for the first time in franchise history in 2026

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