Astros Decide Not to Renew Joe Espada’s Contract
The Houston Astros have decided not to renew manager Joe Espada's contract, leading to his departure from the team.
Minot Bismarck Dickinson, ND, October 14, 2026 —
The Houston Astros have decided not to renew manager Joe Espada’s contract, a decision that will end his tenure with the team. The information provided does not specify when the decision was made or when Espada’s departure takes effect.
No reason for the decision was provided. The available details also do not say whether the Astros have identified a successor, begun a search for a new manager or announced any plans for the team’s leadership. The terms and duration of Espada’s contract were not included.
The information does not describe Espada’s record as manager, the team’s recent performance or any discussions between him and the organization. It also does not indicate whether Espada has commented on the decision. Those details cannot be established from the information available.
What is clear is that the Astros will not renew Espada’s contract and that he is leaving the team. Further information about the timing, the organization’s next steps and Espada’s plans was not provided. Until those details are available, the circumstances surrounding the departure remain unspecified.
Story summarized from the original created by KRISTIE RIEKEN, Associated Press on www.kxnet.com, see more information here.
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