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Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / July 17
Astros Roster Moves: Teng Reinstated, Spence Recalled, Matthews to IL 
Today, the Astros announced the following roster moves: Teng had been sidelined with a right knee sprain, though he also admitted to some arm fatigue as well.
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / July 17
Astros vs. Orioles Game Discussion: 7/17/2026
TONIGHT’S GAME: The Astros will open the second half of play tonight at Daikin Park as they welcome in the Orioles for a three-game series. RHP Peter Lambert (8-5), the Astros most consistent starter of the first half, will get the start for Houston opposite RHP Dean Kremer (1-2) and the Orioles.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / July 17
Houston Astros' 2027 Schedule Offers Plenty for Fans to Circle
The march toward a championship in 2026 is not yet complete, but that doesn't mean it's not time to look ahead to the future and what 2027 might bring.
The 'MLB All-Star Game MVPs' quiz
MLB began awarding the All-Star Game MVP Award during the 1962 season. How many of the MVPs since then can you name in eight minutes?
Lucas Spence News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 17
Astros Select Lucas Spence
The Astros announced Friday that they’ve selected the contract of outfielder Lucas Spence from Triple-A Sugar Land. Houston also reinstated righty Kai-Wei Teng from the 15-day injured list and placed Brice Matthews on the 10-day IL with a sprained left knee.
Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century
The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / July 17
Houston Astros 2026: How a 20-32 Start Turned Into a Postseason Push
The Houston Astros appeared to be facing the first major crisis of an era that had defined the American League for much of the last decade. Battled by injuries and carrying a concerning 20-31 record, the team sat 11 games below .500, and the feeling that the franchise was approaching the end of a cycle dominated the conversation around Houston.
Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 17
Astros rumors: The reliever who may be popular trade candidate before deadline
With history on their side, the Houston Astros are expected to be buyers at the upcoming MLB Trade Deadline. The Astros are three games back of the Seattle Mariners for the AL West and 1.5 games back of the AL Wild Card.
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / July 17
Astros Legends Series 32: Steve Finley
Only Willie Mays, Ken Griffey Jr. and today’s guest, Steve Finley amassed 2,500 hits and 5 Gold Gloves while patrolling center field in the history of Major League Baseball.
MLB News / Crawfish Boxes / July 17
In The Lab: A Look at Third Base Offense
We continue our series on bases per out and all of the positions in the American League at third base. Fortunately, we are beginning to see a picture as we have completed catcher, first base, and second base.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / July 17
What the Lance McCullers Jr. Trade Means For the Astros Going Forward
The Houston Astros will be an interesting team to watch for as the trade deadline gets closer. Even with their 47-51 record, the Astros are right in the postseason race and their moves to improve the roster now will decide how far they go.
Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 16
MLB trade deadline: 5 players set to be moved next after Brewers-Astros Lance McCullers Jr. deal
The Houston Astros and Brewers put together a trade, even though Lance McCullers Jr. had said he never wanted to wear a different uniform. On the heels of that deal, here are five players set to be moved before the MLB trade deadline.
The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series
Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.
Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 16
Predicting Astros biggest move before MLB trade deadline
The Houston Astros have reached an uncomfortable inflection point as the August 3 MLB trade deadline rapidly approaches. Sitting at 47-51 after a tumultuous first half of the 2026 season, the sentiment in Houston has shifted dramatically.
The 'MLB Playoff games with 10 K's, 0 BBs or runs' quiz
How many of the MLB pitchers to strikeout at least 10 batters while walking none and allowing no runs in a playoff game can you name in five minutes?
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 15
Three prominent MLB trade chips that are likely to not be traded
As we get closer to the Aug. 3 MLB trade deadline, there have been ongoing trade speculations surrounding certain franchise cornerstones getting dealt as they fulfill teams' needs.
Peter Lambert News / Just Baseball / July 15
What’s Behind Peter Lambert’s Career Year?
The Houston Astros seem to be a team in transition, with former stars like Alex Bregman, Kyle Tucker and Framber Valdez donning different jerseys in 2026.
Houston Astros News / New Baseball Media / July 15
Brewers Get McCullers Jr & Gordon from Astros: What to Make of Trade
Per reports from the New York Post and MLB.com, the Brewers picked up some pitching depth on July 15. Lance McCullers Jr., an Astro since 2015, was reportedly traded alongside Colton Gordon to the Milwaukee Brewers.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 15
Brewers acquire right-handed starter Lance McCullers Jr. from Astros
With the deadline a few weeks away, trade season is kicking into gear.
Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 13
Astros Place Mike Burrows On Injured List
The Astros optioned right-hander Mike Burrows last week. Today, the club announced that the optional assignment has been nullified. Instead, Burrows has been placed on the major league 15-day injured list due to right elbow neuritis.
Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / July 13
Astros place RHP Mike Burrows (elbow) on injured list
The Houston Astros reversed Mike Burrows' recent option to the minor leagues and placed the right-hander on the 15-day injured Monday list with right elbow neuritis.
Brice Matthews News / Field Level Media / July 12
Astros OF Brice Matthews leaves game with knee injury after hitting wall
Houston Astros center fielder Brice Matthews left in the second inning of Sunday's game against the Texas Rangers due to a left knee injury after running into the outfield wall.
Houston Astros News / Just Baseball / July 12
Do the Astros Have What It Takes To Pull Off an Impact Trade?
The Houston Astros have been one of the most successful MLB organizations over the past 10 years. Two World Series rings and eight straight playoff appearances from 2017-2024 placed them in the top tier of teams in baseball before a step back in 2025, finishing 87-75.
Yordan Alvarez News / Yardbarker / July 11
Astros' Yordan Alvarez continues to be nightmare matchup for Rangers
The AL MVP favorite and Houston Astros slugger Yordan Alvarez has been unstoppable against the Texas Rangers, as he has crushed eight home runs against them this season.
Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / July 11
Yordan Alvarez makes Astros history in loss to Rangers
On pace for his best season yet, Yordan Alvarez remains red hot and has added making franchise history with his latest milestone to his list of 2026 accomplishments.
Peter Lambert News / Yardbarker / July 6
Peter Lambert has proved his dominance in the Astros rotation
Lambert has been one of the biggest surprises this season and has proven his dominance as a trustworthy arm in the rotation.
Yordan Alvarez News / Yardbarker / July 5
Astros' Yordan Alvarez hits familiar holiday walk-off blast vs. Rays
No stranger to setting off fireworks, Yordan Alvarez sent the home fans happy on Saturday with a big blast of his own. Alvarez crushed a walk-off home
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