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Athletics Bring Back Bob Melvin as Special Assistant in Baseball Operations

The franchise turns to its second-winningest skipper to guide a young roster during its relocation.

Jun 28, 2019; Anaheim, CA, USA; Oakland Athletics manager Bob Melvin (6) walks back to the dugout after makeing a mound visit in the seventh inning against the Los Angeles Angels at Angel Stadium of Anaheim. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports
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Aug 18, 2024; Oakland, California, USA; San Francisco Giants manager Bob Melvin (6) talks with Oakland Athletics manager Mark Kotsay (7) before the final game between the Oakland Athletics and the San Francisco Giants at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Robert Edwards-Imagn Images

Overview

  • The A’s announced on Feb. 19 that Bob Melvin, 64, has been hired as Special Assistant, Baseball Operations to advise the front office on baseball matters.
  • Specific duties were not detailed, a role that commonly includes mentoring prospects in camp and serving as an in-season resource for baseball operations and the coaching staff.
  • Melvin previously managed Oakland from 2011–21, compiling 853 wins with six postseason appearances and two AL Manager of the Year awards, second in franchise victories only to Connie Mack.
  • After leaving Oakland, he managed the Padres (2022–23) and Giants (2024–25) and was dismissed by San Francisco following an 81–81 season despite a 2026 option having been exercised.
  • His return adds veteran perspective for general manager David Forst and manager Mark Kotsay as the club plays in Sacramento with a Las Vegas move planned for 2028.