Randy Flores joins Astros as general manager from Cardinals

Randy Flores, the former scouting director and assistant general manager for the St. Louis Cardinals, has been appointed general manager of the Houston Astros. The Astros announced Flores' hiring through social media on October 31, 2026. Flores has held significant roles within the Cardinals’ front office and has a reputation as a skilled talent evaluator. He expressed gratitude for the opportunity and thanked the Cardinals organization for his career development. Prior to his front office career, Flores played in MLB for eight years, winning a World Series with the Cardinals in 2006.

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