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Bob Melvin Returns to A's as Special Assistant

2/20/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Bob Melvin returns to the Oakland Athletics as a special assistant to baseball operations, announced February 19, 2026.
Melvin managed the A’s from 2011 to 2021, with six playoff appearances and two Manager of the Year awards.
He has a 1,678-1,588 managerial record across 22 seasons.
In this role, he will advise the front office and scout minor league players.
The Athletics plan to move to Las Vegas in 2028.

History

Historical Context

The Oakland Athletics, established in 1968, faced ongoing challenges with their aging Coliseum, prompting relocation discussions. In 2021, MLB permitted the team to explore moving, culminating in a unanimous approval for their move to Las Vegas in 2023. The Athletics' final season in Oakland will be 2024, marking a significant shift in Major League Baseball and leaving Oakland without a major league team.

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Story summary

Bob Melvin returns to the Oakland Athletics as a special assistant to baseball operations, announced February 19, 2026.
Melvin managed the A’s from 2011 to 2021, with six playoff appearances and two Manager of the Year awards.
He has a 1,678-1,588 managerial record across 22 seasons.
In this role, he will advise the front office and scout minor league players.
The Athletics plan to move to Las Vegas in 2028.

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