Joe Espada, who guided the Houston Astros to two American League West titles in his three seasons as manager, will not be returning to the team in 2027.
The decision ends Espada's tenure with the club after a stretch of consistent success in the division. Espada took over the managerial role and led Houston to division crowns in two of his three seasons, a track record that kept the Astros competitive in the AL West.
The announcement marks a notable change for a franchise that has built its recent identity around postseason contention. Houston will now begin the search for a new manager to lead the club into the next campaign.
The Astros' front office will look to name a successor as the organization plans for 2027, with the goal of maintaining the competitive level the team has shown under Espada.
Source: ESPN MLB · Summarized by HeadlinesBriefing