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sports11 days ago

Astros and White Sox Set for Wild Card Clash with Bullpen-Heavy Game 1 Plans

The Houston Astros and Chicago White Sox will face off in a best-of-three American League Wild Card Series starting Tuesday at Daikin Park. Both teams plan to use modified bullpen strategies for Game 1, with the Astros fielding a 12-pitcher roster despite lacking a general manager. The White Sox, returning to the postseason after three consecutive 100-loss seasons, are favored by oddsmakers despite being underdogs in the series. The Astros clinched the AL West with an 81-81 record, the worst for a playoff team in history, while the White Sox finished 84-78. Key roster decisions for Houston include the inclusion of Josh Hendrickson over Tatsuya Imai and the use of Raynel Delgado as insurance for Isaac Paredes. The White Sox will start left-hander Hagen Smith against right-hander AJ Blubaugh.

via crawfishboxes.com|

#chicago-white-sox #houston-astros #joe-espada

sports1 month ago•4 min saved

Astros Back Espada to Finish 2026 season

Houston manager Joe Espada will remain in his role for the rest of the 2026 season after owner Jim Crane confirmed the job is safe amid a front-office shakeup that included Dana Brown’s departure; Espada’s contract ends at year’s end. Houston sits a half-game behind the Rangers for the AL West and is battling for a Wild Card, with a relatively quiet trade deadline and ongoing uncertainty about the club’s direction in the offseason.

via MLB Trade Rumors|

#astros #dana-brown #jim-crane

sports2 years ago•3 min saved

"Joe Espada Takes the Helm as Astros' New Manager, Facing Challenges and Inheriting Great Talent"

The Houston Astros are promoting Joe Espada to become the team's 20th full-time manager, succeeding Dusty Baker. Espada, who has served as the Astros' bench coach for the past six seasons, is highly regarded and has been a popular candidate for managerial positions in other clubs. The promotion ensures continuity for the Astros as they aim for another World Series run with a talented roster. Espada's appointment makes him the second full-time Latino manager in Astros history.

via The Athletic|

#houston-astros #joe-espada #managerial-promotion

sports2 years ago•2 min saved

Astros Promote Joe Espada to Manager, Replacing Dusty Baker

The Houston Astros are promoting Joe Espada from bench coach to manager, replacing Dusty Baker who retired after the team's loss in the ALCS. Espada, who has been with the Astros since 2018, played a crucial role in the team's transition after the sign-stealing scandal. The decision to hire Espada is well-received in the clubhouse, and he will be tasked with continuing the Astros' successful run of seven consecutive ALCS appearances.

via ESPN|

#dusty-baker #houston-astros #joe-espada

sports3 years ago•2 min saved

"Top Contenders to Replace Aaron Boone as Yankees Manager"

The firing of Aaron Boone as the New York Yankees manager seems imminent, with his contract expiring next year and the team's lackluster performance. Four potential replacements are discussed, with Joe Espada, the Astros' bench coach, being one of the top candidates due to his experience and success in winning locker rooms. However, his previous unsuccessful interviews for managerial positions and his comfort in Houston may be factors to consider.

via Yanks Go Yard|

#aaron-boone #joe-espada #managerial-replacement