"Joe Espada Takes the Helm as Astros' New Manager, Facing Challenges and Inheriting Great Talent"
The Houston Astros are promoting Joe Espada to become the team's 20th full-time manager, succeeding Dusty Baker. Espada, who has served as the Astros' bench coach for the past six seasons, is highly regarded and has been a popular candidate for managerial positions in other clubs. The promotion ensures continuity for the Astros as they aim for another World Series run with a talented roster. Espada's appointment makes him the second full-time Latino manager in Astros history.