Reggie Jackson is stepping down from his role with the Houston Astros after more than three years with the organization. Jackson, 78, informed the New York Post that he is leaving to focus on spending more time with his family. He joined the Astros in 2021 as a special advisor to team owner Jim Crane after a lengthy tenure with the New York Yankees, where he served as an advisor for nearly three decades.
In his position with the Astros, Jackson described his role as that of a “pseudo executive,” although his exact influence within the team was never fully clear. Earlier this year, Jackson addressed this topic on a podcast, revealing that decision-making within the organization was shared by a select group of individuals. Alongside Crane and general manager Dana Brown, Jackson mentioned former Astros stars Jeff Bagwell and Craig Biggio as key advisors, suggesting that all of them played significant roles in the team’s decisions.
Jackson’s involvement with the Astros extended beyond advisory duties; he was regularly seen at batting practice before home games at Minute Maid Park and also traveled with the team on road trips. His presence at the ballpark and engagement with the team gave him a visible role in the organization, even if his day-to-day responsibilities were less concrete.
A Hall of Famer, Jackson enjoyed a storied 21-season playing career, earning 14 All-Star selections and cementing his legacy as one of baseball’s greatest players. He spent five seasons with the Yankees, where he also worked as an advisor from 1993 until joining the Astros in early 2021. His long and distinguished career, both as a player and as an advisor, made him a respected figure in the baseball community.
Jackson’s decision to leave the Astros marks the end of his relatively brief stint with the organization, but he remains a revered figure in the sport. His departure will allow him to focus more on his personal life, but his impact on the Astros, particularly in their decision-making process, will likely be remembered by those within the organization.
