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Astros bring back former catcher Brad Ausmus as their manager after Joe Espada exit

Published by NBC Sports on November 11, 2026 at 1:09 PM ET

New general manager Randy Flores made the announcement, which brings the former catcher back to the place where he spent 10 years of his playing career.

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Astros bring back former catcher Brad Ausmus as their manager after Joe Espada exit

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