Albert Pujols interviews for Houston Astros manager job
Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 5 Nov, 05:55 · Archive
MLB legend Albert Pujols is interviewing for the Houston Astros' managerial opening.
Albert Pujols is interviewing for the Houston Astros' managerial opening after the team finished 81-81 and was swept by the White Sox in the wild-card round. The Astros are beginning a new era following the departure of general manager Dana Brown in August and manager Joe Espada's departure.
Pujols will be interviewed by new Astros general manager Randy Flores, who spent 11 seasons in the Cardinals' front office and played alongside Pujols in St. Louis for five years. The three-time MVP previously interviewed for managerial openings with the Angels and Padres last offseason without success. He reportedly also had interest from the Orioles and expressed interest in the Mets job in June.
Pujols has gained managerial experience overseas, guiding Leones del Escogido to the Dominican winter league championship and Caribbean Series title in 2025, and managing the Dominican Republic to third place in this year's World Baseball Classic. The Astros are also considering Yankees bench coach Brad Ausmus and Rangers bench coach Luis Urueta for the role. Pujols, who hit 703 career home runs, will be eligible for Hall of Fame voting in 2028.
How it is being reported
- Albert Pujols set to interview for Astros’ managerial openingPujols, who has long desired to manage in the major leagues, is a certain future Hall of Famer as a player.The Japan Times · 5 Nov, 04:53
- Albert Pujols interviewing for another MLB managing jobMLB legend Albert Pujols is interviewing for the Houston Astros' managerial opening following the team's 81-81 season.New York Post · 4 Nov, 22:23
In this story: Albert Pujols · Houston Astros · Randy Flores · Joe Espada · Dana Brown · Brad Ausmus · Luis Urueta · Dominican Republic
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