Astros Owner Jim Crane Retains Joe Espada For Rest Of Season Following GM Ouster

The Astros and general manager Dana Brown have parted ways; the club called the decision mutual.
Manager Joe Espada will stay in his role for the rest of the season and says he’s focused on winning.
Owner Jim Crane will oversee baseball operations during the transition, with Jeff Bagwell and several assistant GMs stepping in as the team pushes to get back into the playoffs.