What happened: Matt Kleine has emerged as a serious candidate for Houston's GM vacancy. The Milwaukee assistant general manager has been with the organization since 2007.

Why it matters: Houston is reshaping baseball operations after parting with manager Joe Espada at contract's end. Milwaukee just ended a 44-year pennant wait dating to 1982, raising the cost of losing a longtime executive after the July deal that moved pitching depth to Milwaukee.

What to watch: Watch whether Houston formalizes interviews once the World Series ends. Milwaukee faces retention decisions while its championship round continues.