The Oakland Athletics continue their front-office restructuring with the reported hiring of Milwaukee Brewers vice president of player development and performance Cam Castro as general manager. Castro will work under Taylor Smith as part of the organization's ongoing leadership overhaul.
The move was reported Wednesday, November 4, 2026, marking another significant addition to the Athletics' baseball operations department. Castro brings extensive experience in player development from his tenure with the Brewers, where he oversaw the organization's developmental pipeline and performance initiatives.
This appointment signals the Athletics' commitment to building a modern, development-focused front office structure. Castro's background in player development aligns with the franchise's stated emphasis on cultivating homegrown talent and optimizing player performance across all levels.
