May 23 in Kansas City Royals History: First Place Oakland A’s Manager quits A’s finish last (1978)

On May 23, 1978, Oakland A’s manager Bobby Winkles quits his position, despite the team’s first-place standing in the American League West. Former Kansas City Royals manager Jack McKeon will take over the reigns. The A’s will end up last in the division.

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