Astros bring back Brad Ausmus as manager after Joe Espada exit

The Houston Astros named Brad Ausmus their manager on Wednesday, bringing the former catcher back to the organization where he played for 10 years. New general manager Randy Flores announced the appointment after Joe Espada’s departure. Flores praised Ausmus’s leadership and experience, saying he would help build a winning culture. The club has not provided further details in the available report.