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MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 18
Blue Jays’ perfect trade offer for Astros’ Jeremy Pena
The Houston Astros are approaching a crossroads that every franchise dreads, the moment when a beloved core player becomes more valuable as a trade chip than as a building block.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / June 18
Former All-Star Outfielder Could Solve Astros' Left-Handed Problem
After winning two out of three games over the Detroit Tigers this week, the Houston Astros are just 3.5 games behind the Seattle Mariners in the American League West Division.
Cristian Javier News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 18
Astros may receive huge Cristian Javier boost soon
The Houston Astros have had their share of struggles and have been without Cristian Javier for stretches of time this season. But the star pitcher could return from his injury soon, according to the latest update on MLB.com.
The 'Last cycle by MLB team' quiz
Can you name the last player to hit a single, double, triple and home run in one game for every MLB franchise? Five minutes are on the clock.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / June 18
Astros Turning Corner but Trade Deadline Rankings Say Otherwise
It's possible the Houston Astros are turning a corner after their dismal start to the season. By beating the Detroit Tigers, 4-2, on Wednesday, the Astros (35-41) finished off a series victory.
The 25 greatest rookie seasons in MLB history
Not every all-timer has instant success at the next level. For many baseball players, it takes a few bumps in the road out of the gate before they ever reach stardom.
Peter Lambert News / Sport Relay / June 17
Peña, Lambert Lead Astros Past Tigers 
The Houston Astros earned a 4–2 victory over the Detroit Tigers on Wednesday afternoon at Daikin Park, using strong pitching, timely hitting, and several key defensive plays to complete the series win.
MLB News / Houston Astros on SI / June 17
Houston Astros Announce Starting Pitchers for Cleveland Guardians Series
The Houston Astros get a day off on Thursday before they walk back into their home turf at Daikin Park to take on the Cleveland Guardians in a three-game series.
Ryan Weiss News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 17
Astros Outright Ryan Weiss
Astros right-hander Ryan Weiss cleared waivers and has been assigned outright to Triple-A Sugar Land, the team announced Wednesday. Houston designated him for assignment over the weekend when selecting Raynel Delgado‘s contract from Sugar Land.
Peter Lambert News / Field Level Media / June 17
Peter Lambert stifles Tigers, leading Astros to series win
Peter Lambert allowed one run on two hits over seven innings and Jeremy Pena drove in a pair of runs, lifting the host Houston Astros to a 4-2 victory over the Detroit Tigers on Wednesday afternoon.
Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?
The only two things rarer in modern-day baseball than the four-homer game is the Triple Crown and the unassisted triple play. The former is, of course, done over an entire season, while there's a large level of lucky in the unassisted triple play.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / June 17
Astros Reliever Has Been Unhittable Since Return From Injury
On Tuesday, the Houston Astros got the win over the Detroit Tigers and former teammate Framber Valdez on a night when ace Hunter Brown made his highly anticipated return from a Grade 2 right shoulder strain that sidelined him for two and a half months.
MLB News / Crawfish Boxes / June 17
Astros vs. Tigers Game Discussion: 6/17/2026
TODAY’S GAME: The Astros and Tigers will play the rubber game of their three-game series today in an afternoon matchup at Daikin Park. RHP Peter Lambert (5-4), who’s won three straight decisions, will get the start for the Astros opposite the Tigers and RHP Casey Mize (2-3), who’s being activated off of the IL to make today’s start.
Yainer Diaz News / Field Level Media / June 17
With Yainer Diaz back, Astros chase series win vs. Tigers
Houston Astros catcher Yainer Diaz returned from a 38-game stint on the injured list and scored the tying run in the eighth inning of a 4-2 comeback victory over the visiting Detroit Tigers on Tuesday.
Raynel Delgado News / Field Level Media / June 16
Astros' Raynel Delgado delivers game-winning hit in second career game
Raynel Delgado delivered a two-run single in a three-run eighth inning as the Houston Astros rallied for a 4-2 victory over the visiting Detroit Tigers on Tuesday.
Yainer Diaz News / Houston Astros on SI / June 16
Why Astros Need Yainer Diaz To Return To Fringe All-Star Form
The Houston Astros' catcher position has been, for the most part, a black hole offensively this season. Firstly, from Yainer Diaz underperforming, then from a veteran backup running out of steam.
MLB News / Crawfish Boxes / June 16
Astros vs. Tigers Game Discussion: 6/16/2026
TONIGHT’S GAME: The Astros look to even up their series with the Tigers tonight in the middle game of their three-game set in Houston…tonight’s pitching matchup is a dandy between RHP Hunter Brown, who’s makes his much-anticipated return from injury, opposite former Astro LHP Framber Valdez, who’s also making his own return to Daikin Park.
Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 16
Astros Activate Hunter Brown, Yainer Diaz; Jayden Murray Designated For Assignment
The Astros announced Tuesday that right-hander Hunter Brown has been reinstated from the 60-day injured list. Catcher Yainer Diaz also returns from the 10-day IL, per the team.
Framber Valdez News / Yardbarker / June 16
Framber Valdez makes a notable admission about the Astros
Tuesday marks a special day for Detroit Tigers left-hander Framber Valdez, as he makes his return to Houston for the first time since signing a three-year
Hunter Brown News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 16
Astros’ Christian Javier gets injury update before Hunter Brown’s expected IL return
The Houston Astros are expected to activate Hunter Brown from the injured list on Tuesday. The team received an update on Christian Javier — who is dealing with a shoulder injury — before Tuesday’s ball game against the Detroit Tigers as well.
Isaac Paredes News / HITC / June 16
Astros star’s home run spray chart after hitting his 102nd shows exactly what kind of hitter he is
Isaac Paredes hit his 102nd career home run for the Houston Astros against the Detroit Tigers on 15 June 2026, and the direction of the ball continued a notable career trend.
MLB News / Yardbarker / June 15
Reds dominate on both sides of the plate in lopsided win over Mets
It has been a struggle for the Cincinnati Reds lately, but Monday's 12-0 rout over the New York Mets offered some much-needed relief on both sides of the plate.
Framber Valdez News / Larry Brown Sports / June 15
Framber Valdez calls out the Astros ahead of his return to Houston
Framber Valdez is not happy with the way that the Houston Astros conducted business this past offseason. The Detroit Tigers pitcher Valdez returned to Houston on Monday night for the first time as an opponent.
Yordan Alvarez News / HITC / June 15
Yordan Alvarez is quietly dominating on the field and in the All-Star voting
The Houston Astros may no longer look like the team that dominated baseball for the better part of a decade. Yordan Alvarez is making sure fans have not forgotten about them.
Hunter Brown News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 15
Astros To Activate Hunter Brown On Tuesday
Hunter Brown will make his return to the Astros rotation tomorrow. Houston lists him as the probable starter for the second game of this week’s series against the Tigers, where he’ll match up against former rotation mate Framber Valdez.
Houston Astros News / Athlon Sports / June 14
Astros Welcome Their Ace Back to the Rotation
After struggling with injuries for the first three months of the season, the Houston Astros are getting back to full health. Most importantly, Houston is set to welcome their ace Hunter Brown back to the mound on Tuesday.
MLB News / Yardbarker / June 13
Yordan Alvarez's historic multi-HR inning powers Astros to win
Alvarez, a three-time All-Star and World Series champion (2022) at 28, is on pace to set new career-highs.
Houston Astros News / Just Baseball / June 6
Houston Astros Farm Report: May 2026
With over two months of the Minor League Baseball season in the books, it’s time to check in on some of the top prospects in the Houston Astros‘ farm system.
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