Here are the major leadership, philosophical questions Astros now face

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After the Houston Astros came up short against the Rangers in Game 7 of the ALCS, there are a lot of decisions to make about the direction of the club in 2024.

Manager Dusty Baker isn't expected to return to the team, so who will the Astros hire as their next leader? Will it be Astros bench coach Joe Espada, or will GM Dana Brown looks to the Braves for their next skipper. Atlanta coaches Eric Young and Walt Weiss have been mentioned as possible candidates, according to reports.

Plus, the Rangers don't appear to be going anywhere. With that in mind, will Jim Crane cut some checks to bring in more talent for 2024?

Don't miss the video above as we break it all down!

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The Astros haven't closed the door on a Bregman return. Composite Getty Image.

As we begin another week of free agency, Alex Bregman remains unsigned, but one of the Astros reported targets Anthony Santander has a new home.

Santander has reportedly agreed to a 5-year, $92.5 million contract with the Blue Jays. Many were hoping that the Astros would make a play for the switch hitting power hitter, as he would have provided some serious thump.

Now it appears the Astros will enter the 2025 season with one of the weakness outfields in baseball when it comes to offense.

Speaking of Bregman, Astros manager Joe Espada recently told Fox 26's Nate Griffin that the team is still in contact with Breggy despite General Manger Dana Brown telling the media the team decided to pivot after talks stalled with Bregman's camp.

If there still remains a possibility of Bregman returning, one has to wonder if the Astros reported 6-year, $156 million contract offer is still on the table after the club traded for Isaac Paredes to fill the hole at third base. And if they do make a deal with Bregman, what do they do with Paredes?

Also, now that we know how much money Santander commanded on the open market. Which signing would have benefited the Astros the most? Santander at 5-years, $92.5 million, or Bregman at 6-years, $156 million?

Don't miss the video above as we discuss the possibility of Bregman returning, the Dodgers' absurd free agency (that now involves even more deferred money), Billy Wagner, and much more!

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