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Questions regarding the Astros' direction emerged. With Dana Brown at the helm, it was believed the focus would be on youth and rebuilding the team's future through draft picks. However, the signing of Walker raised concerns about a potential philosophical shift toward short-term fixes rather than a long-term vision for the club. This led to speculation whether the decision was driven solely by Brown or if it was a collaborative effort which included owner Jim Crane's influence.