Houston Astros Must Get Next GM Hire Right After Dana Brown Firing
We are approximately 24 hours removed from the Houston Astros and GM Dana Brown having a mutual parting of ways (i.e. – he was fired) and the team announcing it would finish the year with a three-headed monster of the team’s current assistant GM’s and special advisor Jeff Bagwell running things under the supervision of […]
Houston Astros owner Jim Crane is set to hire a new general manager following the recent firing of Dana Brown. The team announced that they will continue the year with a three-headed leadership structure consisting of assistant GM Jeff Bagwell and special advisor Jeff Bagwell, under the supervision of Crane himself. This situation is reminiscent of the one that unfolded after the 2022 World Series championship win, when Brown's tenure was marked by a series of questionable contract decisions, such as the hefty deal for reliever Rafael Montero and the underwhelming performance of Jose Abreu.
The power struggle between Brown and future Hall of Fame manager Dusty Baker also played a significant role in Brown's departure. The Astros now need to ensure they select a GM who can work effectively with Crane and successfully lead the organization moving forward, whether that means pursuing a rebuild, retooling, or refocusing efforts.
Reports suggest potential candidates are being considered from the Cleveland Guardians, Milwaukee Brewers, and Tampa Bay Rays, with an in-house option possibly being explored.
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