The Houston Astros have hired Randy Flores, a former executive with the St. Louis Cardinals, in a move aimed at improving a team that finished the previous season with an 81-81 record. The appointment was reported by USA TODAY's Kristie Ackert on October 31, 2026.
Flores brings experience from the Cardinals' front office, where he served in a player development role. The Astros, coming off a .500 season, are looking to return to postseason contention.
