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Houston Astros hire former catcher Brad Ausmus as manager

Outlets report that Brad Ausmus is returning to Houston as manager after previously playing 10 seasons for the team and coaching for New York.

Brad Ausmus in 2015 (20214816885)
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At a glance

  • The Houston Astros named Brad Ausmus as their new manager.123
  • Ausmus played 10 years as a catcher for the Houston franchise.12
  • He previously worked as the bench coach for the New York Yankees.23

The Houston Astros have hired Brad Ausmus as their new manager.123

Ausmus spent 10 seasons of his playing career as a catcher for Houston.12

Before taking the Houston job, he served as a bench coach for the New York Yankees.23

Where sources agree

  • Brad Ausmus hired as Astros manager3 of 3
  • Ausmus played 10 seasons in Houston2 of 3
  • Ausmus served as Yankees bench coach2 of 3

Who covered this

3 National

Sources

  1. 1Yahoo SportsAstros bring back former catcher Brad Ausmus as their manager after Joe Espada exit ↗
  2. 2ESPNSource: Astros hiring former catcher Ausmus as new manager ↗
  3. 3CBS SportsAstros name franchise icon Brad Ausmus as new manager as Houston tries to turn back the clock ↗

Based on reporting from these reputable newsrooms and reviewed by Orbit’s editors. A fact appears only when at least two sources report it. Orbit is not affiliated with these publishers.

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