Kurt Suzuki one-and-done with Angels after first 100-loss season as Moreno era nears end

The Los Angeles Angels have fired manager Kurt Suzuki after their 2026 season, which resulted in 100 losses, the first in franchise history. Baseball operations consultant John Mozeliak announced the decision, which was made in coordination with Stan Kroenke’s group, set to purchase controlling interest. The team has offered Suzuki a role as a special assistant.

• Kurt Suzuki’s one-season tenure as manager of the Los Angeles Angels has ended after the team finished with 100 losses.
• The Angels’ new ownership group, led by Stan Kroenke, is making changes, including the manager position.
• The team declined Suzuki’s 2027 contract option, but offered him a position as special assistant.
• This is the Angels’ first 100-loss season and marks the seventh manager in nine seasons.
• The Angels have had 11 consecutive losing seasons and 12 straight non-playoff seasons.