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Angels Decline Ron Washington Option, Open Manager Search

Albert Pujols has emerged as owner Arte Moreno’s preferred candidate, according to multiple reports.

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Jun 17, 2024; Anaheim, California, USA; Los Angeles Angels shortstop Zach Neto (9) is congratulated by bench coach Ray Montgomery (81) and manager Ron Washington after hitting a two-run home run in the fourth inning against the Milwaukee Brewers at Angel Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Sep 30, 2022; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; St. Louis Cardinals designated hitter Albert Pujols (5) walks out the for a ceremony celebrating his 700th career home run before a game against the Pittsburgh Pirates at Busch Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-USA TODAY Sports/ File Photo
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - JULY 18: National League All-Star Albert Pujols #5 of the St. Louis Cardinals talks with American League All-Star Mike Trout #27 of the Los Angeles Angels during the 2022 Gatorade All-Star Workout Day at Dodger Stadium on July 18, 2022 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)

Overview

  • The Angels announced Tuesday they will hire a new manager for 2026, confirming Ron Washington will not return and that interim Ray Montgomery will not get the job.
  • Washington, 73, missed the second half after quadruple bypass surgery; he told The Athletic the decision was tied to team performance rather than his health.
  • The club finished 72-90 and last in the AL West for a second straight year, extending its 11-season playoff drought and 10 consecutive losing seasons.
  • Pujols is expected to interview for the vacancy and remains under a personal-services contract with the Angels, having managed Leones del Escogido and set to lead the Dominican Republic in the 2026 WBC.
  • General manager Perry Minasian’s status remains unconfirmed as the organization begins its search, with reports noting uncertainty about his role.