Houston Astros, General Manager Dana Brown part ways
HOUSTON - The Houston Astros have announced they are parting ways with General Manager Dana Brown as of Monday.
Dana Brown parts with Astros
According to a press release, it was a mutual agreement between the Astros and Brown.
FILE PHOTO. Houston Astros general manager Dana Brown looks on before Game Two of the Championship Series against the Texas Rangers at Minute Maid Park on October 16, 2023 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Bob Levey/Getty Images)
Brown had been with the Astros since 2023 and his contract was set to expire at the end of the 2026 season.
What's next:
The Astros state responsibilities will be transitioned to Assistant General Managers Charles Cook, Gavin Dickey and Connor Huff, and to Senior Advisor Jeff Bagwell.
Owner and Chairman Jim Crane will oversee baseball operations through the transition period.
What they're saying:
Over the past four seasons, Dana has helped our organization win two division titles and has led our baseball front office through key scouting, draft and development efforts," Crane said. "On behalf of the Astros, I want to thank him for his commitment, energy, and contributions to our organization. We wish he and his family the best."
"I want to thank Jim Crane for the opportunity to serve in my first role as an MLB General Manager," Brown said. "The Astros organization and the fans have welcomed me and my family, and I am grateful to have called Houston home for the past four seasons. I wish the organization well and I look forward to the future as I continue my 36-plus years in professional baseball."
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