# Astros Seek GM After Wild Card Loss

> Astros search for new GM after Wild Card Series loss.
- Title: Astros Seek GM After Wild Card Loss · Mlb | Shortify
- Summary: Astros search for new GM after Wild Card Series loss. The Astros, who lost the AL Wild Card Series to the White Sox, may replace GM Joe Espada with a new…
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## Astros' World Series drought
The Astros have not won the World Series since 2022 and lost their last playoff game three years ago.
## Wild Card Series loss
The Astros were swept by the White Sox in the American League Wild Card Series with a 7-3 loss Wednesday.
## Joe Espada's future
Joe Espada, in his last year of contract, may manage his final game after expressing interest in a fourth season.
## Team performance
The Astros reached the postseason for the ninth time in 10 years despite an 81-81 record that won the AL West.
## Roster flaws
The Astros used a club-record 19 starting pitchers and led the AL with 650 walks, lacking pitching depth and athleticism.
## Key free agents
Relievers Bryan Abreu and Steven Okert are among the key free agents for the Astros this winter.
## Injury impact
Injuries decimated the Houston pitching staff, causing the team to start 20-31 and miss the final two months.
## Managerial uncertainty
The Astros' uncertainty over GM Joe Espada's future is as cloudy as the team entering the offseason.
## Key takeaway

The Astros, who lost the AL Wild Card Series to the White Sox, may replace GM Joe Espada with a new manager and GM as they prepare for the offseason.