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Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 25
Astros Hire Conner Watson As Director Of Hitting
The Astros have hired Conner Watson as their new director of hitting, The Athletic’s Chandler Rome reports. Watson heads to Houston after spending the last two seasons as the Guardians’ assistant director of hitting development.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / October 25
Astros Should Explore This Option for Rotation Stability in 2027
One of the best ways the Houston Astros could solve their problems with the starting rotation is by being aggressive in pursuing an elite pitcher on the free-agent market and, if possible, getting a second arm for the rotation who is less expensive on a short-term contract.
Tatsuya Imai News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 24
Finding Solutions For Tatsuya Imai
Astros right-hander Tatsuya Imai’s transition from NPB to MLB did not go well. He tumbled out of the rotation and ended the year as a seldom-used reliever.
The 'World Series managers' quiz
How many of the managers of the World Series teams from the 21st century can you name in six minutes?
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / October 24
Legendary Astros Closer Billy Wagner Inducted Into Houston Sports Hall of Fame
The latest MLB Hall of Famer for the Houston Astros was star closer Billy Wagner, who was inducted into Cooperstown in 2025. He became just the third player with an Astros cap to make it, and is considered the greatest closer in franchise history.
25 things we learned from the 2026 MLB season
The 2026 MLB season was full of great performances, breakout stars, and incredible feats. These are the 25 things we learned along the way.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / October 24
Astros' Pitching Disaster Should Force Houston to Rethink Approach Young Arms
Each of us almost always remembers a player for a particular swing, a pitch, a slide, a catch, or anything else that has captured our attention in an unforgettable way.
Christian Walker News / Houston Astros on SI / October 23
What Would Be the Best Infield Option Without Christian Walker?
Even if they decide to move on from Christian Walker, we know it won’t be easy for the Houston Astros. But here we’re going to try to get ahead of the situation and analyze what the best infield options would be, and we’ll go a little further because resolving the first-base situation with internal options won’t be that easy either.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / October 23
3 Impending Free Agents Still Playing in October Who Should Interest Astros
The Houston Astros do not currently have a general manager or a manager. However, with free agency not far away, owner Jim Crane, senior advisor Jeff Bagwell and other front office executives must remain mindful of improving the roster, even as the GM search remains on-going.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / October 22
Astros Could Soon Face a $200 Million Contract Decision
Whoever ends up becoming the next Houston Astros' general manager, there are some interesting decisions that they will be facing. One of those decisions will be what to do with the influx of infielders that they have.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / October 22
One World Series Player Who Would Be a Perfect Fit for the Houston Astros
The perfect player should be right-hander Freddy Peralta, who has been pitching for the Tampa Bay Rays since the trade deadline and has bounced back after a puzzling first half with the New York Mets.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / October 22
Astros Can’t Fix Their Offense by Chasing More Power
I understand that this is not just about a collective philosophy, because it depends on what weapons you have to define how you want your offense to attack.
25 records that were broken during the 2026 MLB season
The 2026 MLB season was historic in many ways. These 25 records were broken during the season.
Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 21
Charles Cook, Gavin Dickey Interview For Astros GM Job
The Astros have a front office vacancy and are considering a number of options. That apparently includes some internal candidates. Brian McTaggart of MLB.com reports that assistant general managers Gavin Dickey and Charles Cook interviewed for the vacancy.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / October 21
Rebuilding the Starting Rotation Must Be Houston’s Priority This Winter
There are many ways to analyze the collapse of the Houston Astros’ pitching in 2026, but what is indeed not debatable is that the starters finished with the worst percentage of quality starts in franchise history.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / October 21
Astros Consider Two Internal Candidates for Vacant GM Job
The Houston Astros are considering assistant general managers Gavin Dickey and Charles Cook as they search for a replacement for Dana Brown, who left the organization in late August.
MLB News / Houston Astros on SI / October 21
Astros Hire New Pitching Director With Intriguing Yankees Connection
The Houston Astros have hired Spencer Medick as their new director of pitching, according to Chandler Rome of The Athletic (subscription required) bringing in a coach with four years of experience with the New York Yankees and a background in data-driven player development.
Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 20
Matt Kleine Among The Candidates For Astros’ GM Job
The Astros are in the market for a general manager after moving on from Dana Brown in late August. Brewers assistant general manager Matt Kleine has emerged as a candidate, per Bob Nightengale of USA Today.
MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 20
Astros looking to steal from World Series-bound Brewers for GM hire
The Houston Astros are shaking things up after getting eliminated from the Major League Baseball Playoffs in 2026. Houston is looking to hire a new general manager.
Houston Astros News / Larry Brown Sports / October 20
Report: Astros could trade three notable players this offseason
The Houston Astros could be doing some major housekeeping in the coming months. Astros infielders Isaac Paredes and Christian Walker are expected to be discussed as potential trade pieces this offseason, according to a report by Chandler Rome of The Athletic.
Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 18
The Astros Face An Isaac Paredes Decision
The Astros’ infield was a hot topic last winter. It seemed like the club had five players for four spots, leading to speculation that a trade would be necessary.
Peter Lambert News / New Baseball Media / October 19
Looking at Peter Lambert’s Breakout 2026 Season
Our look into the best breakout stories from the 2026 Major League Baseball season continues with Astros pitcher Peter Lambert. There’s an interesting theme around the 2026 MLB Postseason.
Joe Espada News / Larry Brown Sports / October 14
Astros make decision on manager Joe Espada
The Houston Astros are officially in the hunt for a new manager. The Astros confirmed Wednesday that they will not renew the contract of manager Joe Espada.
Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / October 14
Five managerial candidates Astros should consider following Joe Espada firing
As Houston sets to embark on a pivotal offseason, here are five managerial candidates who should be on owner Jim Crane's radar.
Joe Espada News / Yardbarker / October 13
Mariners reportedly set to meet with Joe Espada regarding manager job
The Seattle Mariners' next manager could be a familiar face from the opposing dugout.
Tatsuya Imai News / Athlon Sports / October 9
Astros Have Intriguing Dilemma with Tatsuya Imai
The Houston Astros had high expectations for Tatsuya Imai after he signed a three-year, $54 million contract in January. However, the 28-year-old struggled to adjust to MLB hitting in his first full major league season.
MLB News / Yardbarker / October 1
White Sox used specific formula to win wild-card series over Astros
The Chicago White Sox took early leads and relied on their bullpen to complete a two-game sweep of the Houston Astros in the American League Wild Card series.
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