The Houston Astros are entering an offseason filled with uncertainty after missing the 2025 MLB playoffs for the first time since 2016. At the center of it all is general manager Dana Brown , whose future remains unclear following a vague response to questions about his contract status.

In a story by The Athletic's Chandler Rome, he cited a USA Today report noting that Brown’s deal includes a 2026 club option that has not been picked up. When asked about it at the team’s season-ending press conference on Tuesday, the Astros GM deflected.

“I don’t want to talk about my contract right now.”

The Astros GM followed up with a firm statement.

“But I will tell you that I am the GM of the Astros.”

When asked whether he had received any assurances regarding his status, he simply repeated

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