What happened: Sam Fuld has withdrawn from consideration for the A's president of baseball operations job after being offered the position, per ESPN. He will stay in his role as president of business operations for the Philadelphia Phillies.

Why it matters: Fuld previously served as general manager in Philadelphia before moving to the business side of the franchise. His decision leaves the A's continuing their search for a new head of baseball operations.

What to watch: Boston assistant general manager Taylor Smith remains a candidate to take over baseball operations for the A's, according to ESPN.