Astros name Randy Flores as new general manager after Dana Brown's exit

The Houston Astros announced the hiring of Randy Flores as their new general manager on October 31, 2026. Flores, who was the assistant general manager for the St. Louis Cardinals since 2018, takes over the position following Dana Brown's departure in August. Brown was released after the Astros finished the season below.500 at 81-81, despite winning the AL West and reaching the postseason. The team was eliminated in the Wild Card round by the Chicago White Sox.

• 12:27 AMYahoo Sports — Astros hire Randy Flores as new GM, replacing Dana Brown