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Ron Washington Steps Away Indefinitely as Angels Manager Over Health Concerns

Ray Montgomery will lead the Angels during Washington’s recovery from undisclosed health issues.

Jun 6, 2025; Anaheim, California, USA; Los Angeles Angels outfielder Chris Taylor (33) celebrates with manager Ron Washington (37) after scoring during the third inning against the Seattle Mariners at Angel Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jason Parkhurst-Imagn Images/File Photo
Los Angeles Angels manager Ron Washington sits in the dugout prior to a game at Angel Stadium on May 26, 2025.
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Overview

  • General Manager Perry Minasian said Washington, 73, experienced shortness of breath and fatigue late in the Yankees series and underwent medical tests on Friday.
  • Ray Montgomery, in his fourth season as the Angels’ bench coach and with prior acting-manager experience, takes over managerial duties beginning with Friday’s opener against the Astros.
  • No timeline has been set for Washington’s return, with the club emphasizing he must be fully healthy before resuming dugout responsibilities.
  • Astros manager Joe Espada, a former Washington protege, sent well wishes and expressed hope that his mentor will be back in the dugout soon.
  • The Angels hold a 36–38 record and a minus-60 run differential but remain within reach in the AL West, trailing Houston by 6½ games.