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Reports: Angels to Replace Ron Washington, With Interim Ray Montgomery Also Out in 2026

The move follows a 72-90 finish that extended MLB’s longest active playoff drought.

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
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ARLINGTON, TEXAS - AUGUST 27: Manager Ron Washington #37 of the Los Angeles Angels looks on prior to the game against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field on August 27, 2025 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Sam Hodde/Getty Images)
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Overview

  • Major outlets report the Angels will not retain Ron Washington for 2026 and will also move on from interim manager Ray Montgomery, with no formal club announcement yet.
  • Washington missed the second half after quadruple bypass surgery on June 30; he went 36-38 before his leave and the club finished 72-90.
  • Washington told The Athletic the decision was about results rather than his health, and he said he was not granted a meeting with owner Arte Moreno.
  • The status of general manager Perry Minasian remains unresolved, with reporters noting no confirmed information on his future.
  • A managerial search is expected, with reported candidates including internal options Albert Pujols and Torii Hunter and external names Bud Black, Skip Schumaker and Michael Young.