New GM Castro, POBO Smith give glimpse into vision for A’s

The Athletics introduced new general manager Cam Castro alongside president of baseball operations Taylor Smith on Thursday in Las Vegas. Smith, hired on October 19, brought in Castro from the Milwaukee Brewers to help establish a competitive, long-term winning culture. The duo outlined their collaborative front-office vision at the A's Experience Center ahead of the franchise's planned relocation to Southern Nevada in 2028.

Castro will oversee both Major League and Minor League player development, including coaching staff, strength and conditioning, medical operations, and roster strategy. Drawing from his pitching background and experience in Milwaukee, Castro emphasized implementing clear feedback loops and modern development processes to help cultivate talent across all levels of the Athletics organization.