Astros hire Brad Ausmus as new manager amid fan skepticism
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 11, 2026, 7:48 PM
Last updated Nov 11, 2026
The Houston Astros have officially named Brad Ausmus as their new manager as of November 11, 2026. Ausmus, a former player for the team, returns with managerial experience from the Detroit Tigers and Los Angeles Angels. Despite his familiarity with the organization, concerns persist about his close relationship with Jeff Bagwell and how it may affect his reception among fans. Ausmus's previous managerial stints were marked by struggles, including failing to win a playoff game in his career. His appointment raises questions about the Astros' direction under newly appointed general manager Randy Flores.
- •Brad Ausmus officially named Astros manager on November 11, 2026.
- •Ausmus has previous managing experience with the Tigers and Angels.
- •Concerns about his friendship with Jeff Bagwell are prevalent among fans.
- •Astros look to maintain competitiveness following a disappointing season.
- •Ausmus previously failed to win a playoff game as a manager.
- 7:48 PMYahoo Sports — Ausmus Is Back With Astros, But Bagwell May Be His Biggest Problem
- 7:46 PMYahoo Sports — Houston Astros new manager Brad Ausmus: Where his previous managerial stints went wrong
"Brad Ausmus is coming back to Houston, but is he already fighting an uphill battle before he even manages his first game for the Astros? The Astros have officially named Ausmus their new manager, and while the former Houston catcher brings plenty of experience and familiarity with the organization, there is one major obstacle that […]
"Astros' new manager Brad Ausmus has big-league managing experience with the Detroit Tigers and Los Angeles Angels, but he has never won a playoff game. Here's how he did at those stops.
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External links- Yahoo SportsNov 11, 2026, 7:48 PMAusmus Is Back With Astros, But Bagwell May Be His Biggest Problem
Brad Ausmus is coming back to Houston, but is he already fighting an uphill battle before he even manages his first game for the Astros? The Astros have officially named Ausmus their new manager, and while the former Houston catcher brings plenty of experience and familiarity with the organization, there is one major obstacle that […]
- Yahoo SportsNov 11, 2026, 7:46 PMHouston Astros new manager Brad Ausmus: Where his previous managerial stints went wrong
Astros' new manager Brad Ausmus has big-league managing experience with the Detroit Tigers and Los Angeles Angels, but he has never won a playoff game. Here's how he did at those stops.
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