Kotsay Extended as A's Manager Through 2028

Mark Kotsay has signed a contract extension with the Athletics, securing his role as manager through the 2028 season, with an option for 2029. This extension comes as the team prepares to temporarily relocate to West Sacramento before moving to a new stadium in Las Vegas. Kotsay has been pivotal in guiding the team through a challenging rebuild, which included the departure of key players and a 69-93 record last season, marking significant improvement from the previous year. Under his leadership, the Athletics aim to build a competitive team around emerging talents like Brent Rooker, Shea Langeliers, and Luis Severino. The franchise's commitment to Kotsay reflects their confidence in his ability to lead the team back to playoff contention. The extension announcement was made during the team's first full-squad workout at spring training, signaling optimism for the upcoming seasons.