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Toronto Blue Jays News / Crawfish Boxes / May 20

An ode to James Click: we miss you

James Click was Houston’s GM for only three seasons, but his contributions to the team are still being felt. In many ways, Click was the ideal GM: smart, data-driven, and not afraid to buck conventional wisdom.

MLB News / Talking Chop / January 26, 2024

This Day in Braves History: Astros hire Dana Brown as GM

1931 - The Boston Braves release veteran pitcher Johnny Cooney. Cooney would later return to the majors as an outfielder and finish second in the batting race in 1940.

The Dallas Cowboys make me thankful to be an Astros fan

I have been critical of Jim Crane’s leadership since he fired James Click after the 2022 World Series, and my criticisms were legitimate and warranted.

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MLB News / Yardbarker / November 29, 2022
Jeff Bagwell offers criticism of former Astros GM

Jeff Bagwell offers bizarre criticism of former Astros GM

Former general James Click may have helped build a World Series champion with the Houston Astros, but it still wasn't enough to secure his job or avoid criticism from a Hall of Famer.

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Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / November 11, 2022
Astros, GM James Click part ways after rejecting one-year offer

Astros, GM James Click part ways after rejecting one-year offer

The Houston Astros are still celebrating their second World Series title, but now they need to replace the guy that helped build the roster.

Click publicly aired 'grievances' with Astros after one-year offer?
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Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / November 10, 2021
Astros GM: 'It would be tremendous' if Verlander returns

Astros GM: 'It would be tremendous' if Justin Verlander returns to Houston

Justin Verlander reportedly looked healthy in his showcase for scouts on Monday as the free-agent starting pitcher hopes for a bounce-back season in 2022.

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Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / July 28, 2020
Dusty Baker to manage Houston Astros through 2021

Dusty Baker to manage Houston Astros through 2021

Baker and the Astros opened a home series with the Dodgers Tuesday night.

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