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Dana Brown Says He Expects to Remain Astros GM as Club Reviews Operations

The Astros will review how injuries were handled after missing the playoffs for the first time since 2016.

Dana Brown declined to address speculation about his contract status but reiterated that he expects to be the Astros' general manager.
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Jun 28, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros manager Joe Espada (left) and general manager Dana Brown (right) talk on the field before the game against the Chicago Cubs at Daikin Park. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Overview

  • At an end-of-season news conference, Dana Brown declined to discuss his 2026 contract but reiterated he is the Astros’ general manager and expects to continue in the role.
  • USA Today reported his deal includes a club option for 2026 that has not been exercised, a report Brown did not address.
  • Brown said baseball operations will undergo a broad evaluation focused on injury management after major losses that included Ronel Blanco and Hayden Wesneski (Tommy John), Spencer Arrighetti (fractured thumb), Yordan Alvarez (hand and ankle), Isaac Paredes (hamstring) and Josh Hader (shoulder).
  • He confirmed Joe Espada remains the manager under contract for 2026 following a season that ended Houston’s eight-year postseason streak.
  • Despite trade additions of Carlos Correa, Jesús Sánchez and Ramón Urías, the offense slumped after Aug. 1, and Brown said the team will explore adding starting pitching this winter, including talks with free agent Framber Valdez.