Yankees bench coach Ausmus linked to Astros managerial position
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 2:45 PM
Last updated Sep 16, 2026
The New York Yankees may face a change in coaching staff as bench coach Brad Ausmus is a candidate for the Houston Astros' managerial role. Current Astros manager Joe Espada, whose contract is set to expire, is not expected to return. Ausmus, in his third season with the Yankees, previously managed the Detroit Tigers and has ties to the Astros organization through his decade-long playing career there. Discussions surrounding Ausmus's potential move come as the Astros explore options for their managerial future.
- •Brad Ausmus is a candidate for the Astros' managerial opening.
- •Astros manager Joe Espada is in the last year of his contract.
- •Ausmus has experience managing the Tigers and Angels.
- •He has been with the Yankees since the 2024 season.
- •Owner Jim Crane will lead managerial decision-making for the Astros.
- 2:45 PMYahoo Sports — Yankees, Aaron Boone could lose bench coach to Astros in offseason
"The Yankees may need a new bench coach if the Astros believe he is the right fit as manager.
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