Los Angeles Angels supervisor Ron Washington won’t be returning to the bench anytime quickly.
Bill Shaikin of the Los Angeles Times reported that the Angels introduced that Washington would stay on medical depart for the remainder of the season. Sam Blum from The Athletic further reported that basic supervisor Perry Minasian had spoken with Washington a number of instances on Friday and that the information was “lucky” and Washington is aware of what he must do so as to return to well being.
Washington had left the Angels on June 20 as a result of what was referred to as a “well being concern.” Whereas no additional particulars as to what precisely is ailing Washington have come forth, this information is a change from Monday, when Minasian stated that he anticipated Washington again “quickly.”
In the meantime, interim supervisor Ray Montgomery will handle the staff for the remainder of the season with former utility infielder Ryan Goins taking on because the Angels bench coach.
In idea, Washington might be again on the Angels bench for the 2026 season. Though he’s within the remaining assured 12 months of his contract, the staff holds an possibility for subsequent 12 months. Washington has made an impression on the roster within the year-and-a-half he managed the Angels as he has modified the tradition surrounding the clubhouse. These outcomes have additionally manifested within the standings because the Angels enter play on Friday with a 40-40 file.
Nevertheless, at 73 years outdated, there is no such thing as a assure that Washington will need to undergo the trials of one other main league season. This newest well being scare may impression his choice even when the Angels need to carry him again.