After ouster of GM Dana Brown, Astros owner Jim Crane says manager Joe Espada will finish season

On Tuesday, the Houston Astros parted ways with general manager Dana Brown, a move followed swiftly by the confirmation that manager Joe Espada would oversee the team's remaining games. Jim Crane, the Astros' owner, expressed his respect for Brown and his decision to give him time to regroup before moving on. The decision was described as mutual by both parties.

Jeff Bagwell, a senior adviser, and Charles Cook, Gavin Dickey, and Connor Huff, assistant general managers, will assume Brown's responsibilities. Crane emphasized that the team's focus remains on winning the AL and the division, despite Brown's dismissal, which he confirmed was not influenced by recent performance issues.