Taylor Smith

Optics vs. Infrastructure: Taylor Smith’s First Dilemma

It is widely believed that one of the reasons Taylor Smith was the A’s choice for President of Baseball Operations is his strong resume around analytics and development, areas where the A’s have fallen woefully behind…

A’s Considering Hiring GM Under Taylor Smith

The Athletics finalized the hiring of their new president of baseball operations, Taylor Smith, on Monday.

Athletics bet on youth with 31-year-old Taylor Smith to lead baseball operations

Saying “the world is run by 31-year-olds today," Athletics owner John Fisher hired as his president of baseball operations someone he hopes continues the organization's rich history with analytics but also brings new…

On New PBO Taylor Smith: What’s In A Number?

Taylor Smith knows numbers — his resume includes analytics work with the data-centric Tampa Bay Rays.

Elephant Rumblings: Welcome Aboard, Taylor Smith!

Dan O'Dowd Has Warning For A's After Taylor Smith Hire

At 31, Smith is now the youngest head of baseball operations in MLB, and O'Dowd says who he surrounds himself with will be key to finding success.

A's hire Red Sox executive, stats guru Taylor Smith as head of baseball operations

Smith is set to replace David Forst, who was dismissed by the A’s in August.

Athletics hire Taylor Smith as president of baseball operations

The Athletics have a new lead executive. Taylor Smith is taking over as president of baseball operations, per a team announcement.

Taylor Smith In Lead For A’s GM Job?

The Athletics have been in the market for a new front office leader since they parted with longtime general manager David Forst on Aug. 7.