Sam Fuld stays with Phillies, turns down Athletics' offer
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 10, 2026, 6:53 PM
Last updated Oct 10, 2026

Philadelphia Phillies executive Sam Fuld declined an opportunity to become the president of baseball operations for the Oakland Athletics. Fuld, who transitioned to a business operations role earlier this year after serving as general manager, opted to remain with the Phillies. The Athletics, currently navigating a challenging phase as they prepare to relocate to Las Vegas, will need to find another leader for their baseball operations department. Fuld's decision provides continuity for Philadelphia as it approaches the offseason.
- •Sam Fuld was offered a leadership role with the Athletics.
- •Fuld was previously the Phillies' general manager.
- •He has been with the Phillies organization since 2017.
- •The Athletics are in transition as they prepare to move to Las Vegas.
- •Fuld's decision leaves the Athletics searching for new leadership.
- 6:53 PMYahoo Sports — Phillies executive turns down opportunity to join struggling American League organization
"A Philadelphia Phillies executive was offered a better opportunity with another American League club.
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