Astros and GM Dana Brown mutually agree to part ways

Houston Astros General Manager Dana Brown and the team have mutually decided to part ways, the organization announced on Monday, as the club was tied for first place in the AL West. This decision comes after the Astros went 3-6 on a homestand that concluded on Sunday, resulting in a tie for the AL West lead. Brown's contract was set to conclude at the end of the current season.

Senior adviser Jeff Bagwell, along with assistant general managers Charles Cook, Gavin Dickey, and Connor Huff, will assume Brown's responsibilities during the transition period. Team owner Jim Crane will oversee baseball operations during this time.

Brown had been the Astros' general manager since January 2023. In a statement, Crane praised Brown for his contributions, stating, "Over the past four seasons, Dana has helped our organization win two division titles and has led our baseball front office through key scouting, draft, and development efforts." He added, "On behalf of the Astros, I want to thank him for his commitment, energy, and contributions to our organization. We wish him and his family the best."

Brown joined the Astros after a four-year tenure as vice president of scouting for the Atlanta Braves, succeeding James Click, who left the team just days after the Astros won the 2022 World Series. Brown expressed his gratitude, saying, "I want to thank Jim Crane for the opportunity to serve in my first role as an MLB General Manager.

The Astros organization and the fans have welcomed me and my family, and I am grateful to have called Houston home for the past four seasons. I wish the organization well and I look forward to the future as I continue my 36-plus years in professional baseball."