Brad Ausmus Named New Manager of Houston Astros
Brad Ausmus has been appointed as the new manager for the Houston Astros. The former catcher returns to the organization where he played for 10 years.
Wichita Falls & Lawton, TX, November 11, 2026 — The Houston Astros have announced the appointment of Brad Ausmus as the team’s new manager. This marks a return to the organization for Ausmus, who previously played for the Astros for a decade during his Major League Baseball career.
The move brings a familiar face back to the dugout for the Houston-based club. Ausmus’s tenure as a player with the Astros spanned ten years, establishing a significant connection with the franchise. Details regarding the duration of his managerial contract and the specific terms of his appointment were not provided in the announcement.
Ausmus’s background includes a notable career as a catcher. His return to the Astros in a managerial capacity signifies a new chapter for both the individual and the team. Further information concerning his coaching staff and immediate plans for the team was not immediately available.
The organization has not disclosed any further information regarding the selection process or the specific expectations for Ausmus in his new role. The news of his appointment is the primary detail released by the team at this time.
Story summarized from the original created by KRISTIE RIEKEN, Associated Press on www.texomashomepage.com, see more information here.
