Yankees’ Brad Ausmus linked to Astros’ managerial search
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 11, 2026, 12:53 AM
Last updated Nov 11, 2026
The Houston Astros continue their search for a new manager, with New York Yankees’ bench coach Brad Ausmus emerging as a candidate. Yankees general manager Brian Cashman confirmed Ausmus' candidacy, noting he previously played for the Astros and managed the Tigers and Angels. This announcement follows the Astros' recent hiring of Randy Flores as their general manager. Other candidates include Albert Pujols, who has no major league managing experience but could command respect due to his playing career. Ausmus may also retain his position with the Yankees if he does not land the Astros' job.
- •Brad Ausmus confirmed as a candidate for Astros' manager position.
- •Yankees GM Brian Cashman made the announcement on November 11, 2026.
- •Ausmus has previous management experience with the Tigers and Angels.
- •Albert Pujols also mentioned as a potential candidate for the Astros.
- •The Astros recently filled their general manager position with Randy Flores.
- 12:53 AMYahoo Sports — Yankees’ bench coach officially linked to Astros’ manager job
"The Houston Astros are still looking for their next manager. The Astros already addressed their general manager opening by hiring Randy Flores . As for their manager opening, Houston was recently linked to New York Yankees’ bench coach Brad Ausmus . On Tuesday, Yankees general manager Brian Cashman officially confirmed that Ausmus is a candidate […] The post Yankees’ bench coach officially linked to Astros’ manager job appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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