The Oakland Athletics have brought back former manager Bob Melvin in a new capacity, announcing Thursday that the 64-year-old will take on a role as special assistant in baseball operations.
According to the team’s announcement, Melvin “will serve as an adviser to the front office on baseball matters.”
The veteran skipper previously led Oakland from 2011 through 2021, guiding the team to six playoff appearances during his tenure. His successful run with the A’s earned him American League Manager of the Year recognition twice, in 2012 and 2018.
Throughout his 22-year managerial career, Melvin accumulated a 1,678-1,588 record while leading five different franchises. His journey included stints with Seattle (2003-04), Arizona (2005-09), Oakland, San Diego (2022-23), and most recently San Francisco (2024-25).
San Francisco parted ways with Melvin after the Giants concluded the 2024 season with an .500 record at 81-81.
During his time with Arizona, Melvin also captured National League Manager of the Year honors in 2007. Despite his success across multiple organizations, none of his teams advanced to the World Series.
