Here are the Houston Astros top candidates for the manager job

YOU'RE HIRED!

Here are the Houston Astros top candidates for the manager job
Will the Astros buck the trend and hire someone already in the organization? Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images.

Dusty Baker is retiring, and the Astros have a big decision to make. Regardless of who's making that decision, here's who the Astros have to consider for the manager role.

Most Popular

The Texans have struggled to run the ball in recent weeks. Composite Getty Image.

One of the main areas of improvement for the Texans this season, has been the running game with the addition of Joe Mixon.

Mixon rushed for 100 yards or more in 5 of his first 6 games with the team. But unfortunately for Houston, Mixon hasn't been nearly as effective recently.

When looking at his recent numbers, Mixon has failed to rush for more than 46 yards in 3 of his last 5 games. Posting only 26 rushing yards against Miami on Sunday.

With this in mind, is the state of Houston's run game a major concern, especially when the playoffs begin?

Don't miss the video above as ESPN Houston's Joel Blank and special guest Barry Laminack share their thoughts.

Most Popular

SportsMap Emails
Are Awesome

Listen Live

ESPN Houston 97.5 FM