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Dana Brown’s departure as Astros GM sparks a watchlist of seven MLB executives who could be next to face changes: Nick Krall (Reds), Mike Elias (Orioles), Jerry Dipoto (Mariners), Scott Harris (Tigers), David Stearns (Mets), Ben Cherington (Pirates) and Buster Posey (Giants), with underperforming rosters and rebuilds cited as the backdrop for heightened scrutiny.
The MLB trade market has been slow for hitters, with the majority of recent trades involving pitching. The lack of impact bats available from teams like the Nationals, Rockies, Pirates, A's, and Royals has contributed to the sluggish market. The Cubs and Padres, who were expected to sell, have turned their seasons around, while the Cardinals are focused on pairing their position players with controllable arms. The Angels' decision to become buyers also affected the availability of certain bats. Additionally, the difficulty of hitting and the shortage of available hitters have made it challenging to find upgrades. The upcoming free-agent market for bats is not expected to be strong either.