Astros Name Randy Flores General Manager After Brown Exit
The former pitcher and Cardinals executive will lead front office operations, with a press conference scheduled for Monday morning.
By Lucas Navarro ·
Houston Astros owner Jim Crane announced on Friday evening that Randy Flores has been hired as the team's new general manager. The decision ends a search that began after the franchise dismissed Dana Brown in late August.
Flores, 51, spent the past seven years with the St. Louis Cardinals. He joined their organization in 2015 as Director of Scouting and was promoted to Assistant General Manager in 2019. Prior to his front office career, he played eight seasons in Major League Baseball as a left-handed pitcher for the Cardinals, Texas Rangers, Colorado Rockies, and Minnesota Twins. He retired from professional play in 2012 and coached at the University of Southern California starting in 2013.
Crane praised Flores' experience in scouting and player acquisition. "Throughout the entire interview process, we've been thoroughly impressed with Randy and his background in scouting and player acquisition," Crane stated in the release. The owner expressed excitement about welcoming Flores and his family to Houston, noting the goal of bringing another championship to the city.
Flores thanked the Cardinals for their support during his tenure. "I am excited and grateful for this amazing opportunity," Flores said. He acknowledged the Astros' winning tradition under Crane and looked forward to contributing to the team's success.
The new general manager and Crane are scheduled to address the media at 10 a.m. Monday at Daikin Park. This will be Flores' first public appearance in his new role.
