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Owner Jim Crane: Astros 'have the wherewithal to' match 2024 spending
Since the league suspended luxury tax payments for the pandemic-shortened 2020 season, 2024 technically marked the first time the Astros exceeded the Competitive Balance Tax threshold.  Houston’s team-record $244M payroll came with an approximate tax number of $262M,
Will Houston Astros again exceed tax threshold with payroll? 'It depends,' says owner Jim Crane
The Houston Astros expanded their payroll to unprecedented levels in 2024. They exceeded MLB’s competitive balance tax for just the second time under owner Jim Crane — the first was in the short 2020 season,
Astros owner Jim Crane: Alex Bregman talks ongoing, team exploring backup plans
HOUSTON — One year after carrying the largest payroll in club history and paying the luxury tax for the first time in his ownership tenure, Jim Crane said the Houston Astros have the “wherewithal” to spend at a similar pace in 2025, but he tempered some expectations of another record-setting number.
Astros owner makes blunt Alex Bregman 'backup' admission
Houston Astros owner Jim Crane admitted the team is looking at backup options if Alex Bregman doesn't re-sign.
Alex Bregman declines Houston Astros' $21.05 million qualifying offer. What's that mean?
Alex Bregman's declining of Astros' qualifying offer means Houston would receive a draft pick if he signs elsewhere.
Astros Owner: Alex Bregman Backup Options Being Explored in FA amid Contract Talks
Houston Astros owner Jim Crane is discussing the future of third baseman Alex Bregman and whether the team will be "exploring" backup options, per
It sure sounds like Alex Bregman is already planning on leaving the Astros
Alex Bregman's latest free agent maneuvering appears to prioritize a potential future beyond the Houston Astros.
Behind the deal: Why Jim Crane chose Daikin as Houston Astros’ new ballpark naming rights partner
Here’s why Houston Astros owner and Chairman Jim Crane chose Daikin as the team’s next stadium naming rights sponsor.
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Crane: Astros 'exploring all the options' in weighing Bregman's free agency
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Jim Crane: Astros “Have The Wherewithal To” Match 2024 Spending
Owner Jim Crane at least left the door open to spending at the same level and paying another tax bill, telling The ...