RUMORS | Mike Rizzo to Interview for Houston Astros GM Role? Joey Loperfido Has Surgery

Podcast: Locked On Astros - Daily Podcast On The Houston Astros · Locked On Podcast Network, Eric Huysman, Bret Chancey

Opublikowano: 2026-10-27

Houston Astros’ GM search heats up as Mike Rizzo, architect of the Nationals’ 2019 World Series win, interviews for the coveted role. With Jim Crane’s next hire poised to define the franchise’s direction, the episode unpacks the implications of possibly choosing an experienced, old-school executive over analytics-driven candidates like Matt Klein and Josh Barfield. Is Crane seeking a “win-now” strategy, or does he have the stomach for a rebuild? The discussion explores Rizzo’s track record in handling blockbuster trades—referencing the haul for Juan Soto—and evaluates how his approach could impact Houston’s future. Other key topics inc...