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New Astros Manager Credits His Predecessor In Big Way
Joe Espada has some big shoes to fill with the Houston Astros. Dusty Baker, who managed the team from 2020 to 2023 and won the 2022 World Series, stepped away from the game, paving the way for Espada, previously the bench coach, to take over. The promotion is now official and Esp
Fans React To Major Astros Decision
The importance of a bench coach is often underrated in MLB. They are responsible for discussing and outlining game strategy with the manager and the people responsible for making baseball decisions in a club. It's not a coincidence that the bench coach is the second most importan
Astros Likely To Lose Key Veteran In Free Agency
Martin Maldonado has been an MLB catcher since 2011. Never one to boast a potent bat, his defensive chops and game-calling ability has kept him afloat for years. In 2018, he joined the Houston Astros organization, and after stints with different teams, he returned for good in 201