Brad Ausmus Named Astros Manager, Agrees to Contract to Replace Joe Espada

Brad Ausmus Named Astros Manager, Agrees to Contract to Replace Joe Espada

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Key Points:

  • The Houston Astros hired former All-Star catcher Brad Ausmus as their new manager, following his three seasons as bench coach for the New York Yankees.
  • Ausmus replaces Joe Espada, whose contract expired, after the Astros finished 81-81 last season and were swept in the AL Wild Card Round by the Chicago White Sox.
  • The Astros faced significant injury challenges in 2023, particularly in their pitching staff, resulting in the seventh-highest ERA in MLB and a decline since their 2022 World Series win.
  • Ausmus brings extensive experience as a player and manager, having played 18 MLB seasons including 10 with Houston, managed the Detroit Tigers and Los Angeles Angels, and served in various coaching roles.
  • Houston hopes Ausmus' leadership and history with the team will revitalize the franchise and improve their postseason performance moving forward.

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