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At the Winter Meetings this week in Orlando, Houston Astros manager Joe Espada spoke about wanting to decrease Bryan Abreu's number of outings of getting more than three outs, according to Chandler Rome of The Athletic (subscription required).

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / November 27

Astros Release Finalized Version of 2026 Major League Coaching Staff

The Houston Astros have been working on adding some new faces to their franchise, and fortunately, some of the rumors have come to fruition. This has been a bustling offseason thus far, and the Astros are among several clubhouses that have been caught up with roster changes and coaching staff adjustments.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / October 26

Assessing Joe Espada’s Work in Second Season as Astros Manager

The Houston Astros saw their eight-season streak of making the playoffs come to an end in 2025. Naturally, people are looking for someone to blame. Both

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Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / October 13

One Clear Thing Held Astros' Offense Back in 2025

Changes were expected to come on some level for the Houston Astros this offseason, and that's exactly what happened. While both general manager Dana Brown and manager Joe Espada will return for 2026, some major staff changes took place that saw both hitting coaches get dismissed as well as the head athletic trainer.

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25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026

The stars were out in full force during the 2025 World Series. From Max Scherzer in Toronto to Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and of course, Shohei Ohtani, in Los Angeles, there was no shortage of the game's best under the brightest lights.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / October 11

How Joe Espada's Contract Status with Astros Could Affect MLB Managerial Market

Coming off a rare postseason miss by the Houston Astros, many had questions about the security of Joe Espada. The rumors ran wild all year as the team failed to perform.

Houston Astros News / Last Word On Sports / October 9

Astros Keep Their Trust in Manager Joe Espada, GM Dana Brown

After the Houston Astros surprisingly missed the MLB postseason for the first time since 2016, many questions emerged about the future of manager Joe Espada and general manager Dana Brown.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / October 9

Astros Make More Sweeping Changes to Coaching Staff, Front Office, Training Staff

The Houston Astros have had an intriguing few days over the course of the last week or so, with reports indicating they are set to keep general manager Dana Brown and manager Joe Espada.

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

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Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / October 8

Report: Astros to bring back manager Joe Espada, GM Dana Brown

Houston Astros manager Joe Espada and general manager Dana Brown will remain in their respective roles after the club failed to advance to the postseason for the first time since 2016, MLB.com reported.

Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 8

Astros to retain GM Dana Brown, manager Joe Espada

Coming off their first non-playoff season since 2016, the Astros will hold off on any major organizational overhauls.

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Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / October 7

Astros Stick With Espada, Brown in 2026 Despite Missing Playoffs

The 2025 season was difficult for the Houston Astros, missing out on the MLB postseason for the first time in nearly a decade, and dealing with a wide variety of injuries that held them back from their true potential.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / October 6

Mauricio Dubón's Quiet Dominance Boosted Astros During 2025 Season

With so many injuries plaguing the Houston Astros this season, manager Joe Espada has had his work cut out for him. The unfortunate circumstances of frequent visits to the IL required Espada to come up with a variety of configurations on the field — who is playing where, and when will they be playing?

Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 2

Ex-player defends Astros manager Joe Espada after difficult season

The Houston Astros ended the 2025 season with a record of 87-75, missing the postseason for the first time since 2016. With the Astros accustomed to runs in October, much of the spotlight quickly turned to manager Joe Espada and his future.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / October 2

Joe Espada Sees This Astros Superstar as Key to Success Next Season

Houston Astros manager Joe Espada expects to be back in 2026. But his job security won’t be clear until team owner Jim Crane weighs in. That goes for general manager Dana Brown, who has an option for 2026 that hasn’t been picked up yet.

Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 30

Roster turnover expected after Astros fall short of postseason

The Astros’ streak of consecutive postseason appearances ended in 2025.

Astros rip 4 HRs, close season with win over Angels

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New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / September 29

Bronx Return Coming For Former Yankees Coach?

Will former New York Yankees front office executive and coach Joe Espada be ticketed for a return trip to the Bronx? Currently the manager of the Astros, Espada is on the hot seat after failing to lead his club to the postseason this year.

Houston Astros News / EssentiallySports / September 29

Joe Espada’s Astros Job on Thin Ice After Carlos Correa Offers Emotional Apology to Houston Fans

The Astros’ season ended stunningly, and with it, the team’s remarkable run of October came crashing down. Their fate has been sealed after a late twist in the Guardians-Rangers game, and it has eliminated the Astros from playoff contention for the 1st time since 2016.

Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 27

What latest Yordan Alvarez update means for Astros amid playoff chase

Joe Espada instead closed the door on Alvarez’s participation in the team’s final series.

Astros fall to Angels as postseason hopes take major hit

Astros RHP Luis Garcia (elbow) expected to miss all of 2026

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Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 11

Astros’ Joe Espada admits ‘tough conversation’ with Luis Garcia before IL trip

The Houston Astros are looking to close out another American League West title this September. On September 1, they got starting pitcher Luis Garcia back off the injured list for the first time since 2023.

Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 10

Astros manager Joe Espada makes blunt assessment after blowing late lead vs. Blue Jays

The Houston Astros watched a two-run ninth-inning lead vanish Tuesday night to the Toronto Blue Jays, falling 4-3 in extra innings. After the game, manager Joe Espada delivered a scathing message to his clubhouse following what could be a pivotal loss in the AL West race.

Houston Astros News / Athlon Sports / August 9

Trailblazing Umpire Jen Pawol Received Clear Message From Astros Manager Joe Espada

When veteran minor league umpire Jen Pawol makes history as the first female to work a regular-season game on Saturday afternoon, she’ll don her gear knowing that at least one MLB manager believed in her.

Houston Astros News / Athlon Sports / August 4

Joe Espada Gets Honest About Struggling First-Round Pick as Astros Face Decision

Houston Astros outfielder Cam Smith looked like an AL Rookie of the Year candidate in May and June, but his recent struggles have coincided with the team's lack of results.

Houston Astros News / Athlon Sports / July 28

Astros’ Joe Espada Announces Exciting Jeremy Peña News

The Houston Astros just lost four straight games to the last-place Athletics at home by a combined score of 32-7, but they have plenty to smile about. The club is still four games ahead of the Seattle Mariners and Texas Rangers atop the AL West, and it's just three games behind the Toronto Blue Jays for the AL's top seed.

Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 14

Astros’ Joe Espada to ‘focus on the positives’ despite pre-All-Star break skid

The Houston Astros are 1-5 in their last six games, as the team experienced a little skid right before the MLB All-Star break. It is a tad concerning, however, manager Joe Espada is maintaining positivity for the second half of the regular season.

Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 3