The Houston Astros are making a front-office change in the middle of the season, with general manager Dana Brown and the club agreeing to part ways on Monday.
Brown had been under contract through the end of the 2026 season, but his time leading the Astros’ baseball operations is ending now. He had served as the team’s general manager since January 26, 2023.
The Astros said Brown’s duties will be handed off to assistant general managers Charles Cook, Gavin Dickey and Connor Huff, along with senior advisor Jeff Bagwell. Jim Crane, the Astros owner and chairman, will oversee baseball operations during the transition as the team stays focused on the American League West Division race.
Crane praised Brown’s work over the past four seasons, pointing to the team’s success and the front office’s scouting and player-development efforts.
“Over the past four seasons, Dana has helped our organization win two division titles and has led our baseball front office through key scouting, draft and development efforts,” Crane said. “On behalf of the Astros, I want to thank him for his commitment, energy, and contributions to our organization. We wish he and his family the best.”
Brown also released a statement thanking Crane and the organization for the chance to run an MLB front office for the first time.
“I want to thank Jim Crane for the opportunity to serve in my first role as an MLB General Manager,” Brown said. “The Astros organization and the fans have welcomed me and my family, and I am grateful to have called Houston home for the past four seasons. I wish the organization well and I look forward to the future as I continue my 36-plus years in professional baseball.”
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