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Astros and GM Dana Brown Part Ways After Season

8/28/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Houston Astros and GM Dana Brown agreed to part ways on Monday.
Brown had been Astros general manager since January 2023, with his contract ending after the season.
Owner Jim Crane praised Brown for delivering two division titles and key scouting contributions.
Assistant general managers Charles Cook, Gavin Dickey and Connor Huff will assume Brown’s duties.
Former Tigers manager Brad Ausmus is reported as a top candidate to replace Brown.

History

Historical Context

Jon Daniels, hired as Texas Rangers general manager on October 4 2005 at age 28, became MLB’s youngest GM and began a rebuilding program that lifted the club from a 72-90 record in 2002 to postseason contention. This reliance on youthful leadership mirrors the Astros’ 2024 dismissal of GM Dana Brown as teams seek fresh executive direction.

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Story summary

Houston Astros and GM Dana Brown agreed to part ways on Monday.
Brown had been Astros general manager since January 2023, with his contract ending after the season.
Owner Jim Crane praised Brown for delivering two division titles and key scouting contributions.
Assistant general managers Charles Cook, Gavin Dickey and Connor Huff will assume Brown’s duties.
Former Tigers manager Brad Ausmus is reported as a top candidate to replace Brown.

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