HOUSTON, TEXAS - SEPTEMBER 11: Houston Astros head athletic trainer Jeremiah Randall and manager Joe Espada check on Jose Altuve during the game against the Oakland Athletics at Minute Maid Park on September 11, 2024 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Jack Gorman/Getty Images) (Jack Gorman, 2024 Jack Gorman)
After a roller-coaster 2025 season that saw the Houston Astros miss the postseason for the first time since 2016, the team has parted ways with head athletic trainer Jeremiah Randall.
It was first reported by MLB.com reporter Brian McTaggart.
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The Astros struggled with injuries throughout the course of the season. Starting pitchers Ronel Blanco and Spencer Arrighetti were both sidelined during the campaign with season-ending injuries. Closer Josh Hader also missed significant time down the stretch as the team lost ground in the playoff race.
The team also had major injuries to offensive contributors. Yordan Alvarez, Jake Meyers, and Isaac Paredes each had extended absences during the campaign.
The squad is also parting ways with assistant GM Andrew Ball, hitting coach Troy Snitker and catching coach Michael Collins.
In addition to Alex Cintrón, the Astros are also not retaining hitting coach Troy Snitker and Major League coach Michael Collins, who worked closely with the catchers, according to multiple sources.
Michael is a Kingwood native who loves visiting local restaurants and overreacting to Houston sports. He joined the KPRC 2 family in 2024. He earned his BA from Texas A&M University in 2022 and his MA from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 2023.
