Kurt Suzuki reflects on full-circle journey as Angels manager
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 12:59 AM
Last updated Aug 25, 2026
Kurt Suzuki, manager of the Los Angeles Angels since the end of the 2025 season, describes his current role as a full-circle moment in his career. This season has not met expectations, but Suzuki's connection to the franchise dates back to his college years at Cal State Fullerton, where the Angels' 2002 World Series run inspired him to pursue baseball. Having signed with the Angels as a free agent, Suzuki played his final two seasons in Anaheim, culminating in his managerial position. His experiences at Fullerton significantly shaped his baseball path, as he overcame initial challenges in the recruiting process to join a top program.
- •Kurt Suzuki became Angels manager after the 2025 season.
- •He is connected to the Angels since his college days at Cal State Fullerton.
- •Suzuki was inspired by the Angels' 2002 World Series playoff run.
- •His overall record this season has not met expectations.
- •He faced challenges in the recruiting process before joining Fullerton.
- 12:59 AMYahoo Sports — Being Angels manager has been “full-circle” moment for Kurt Suzuki
"This season hasn't gone the way anyone had hoped, but being the manager of the Angels has been a full-circle experience for Kurt Suzuki, who put himself on the map down the road at Cal State Fullerton.
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