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Astros Named Team Most Likely to Shake Up the MLB Trade Deadline

The Houston Astros have been one of the most polarizing teams in Major League Baseball for almost a decade now. Whether fans remember them for their recent dynasty or the cheating scandal, it's hard to deny that the Astros have been one of the most successful teams in recent memory.

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Astros vs Guardians Game Discussion: 6/19/2026

TONIGHT’S GAME: The Houston Astros (35-41), who have won three of their last four series, will open a three-game weekend series with the Cleveland Guardians (40-35) tonight at Daikin Park.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / June 19

Blanco, McCullers take steps toward return

Ronel Blanco and Lance McCullers Jr. took steps toward rejoining the Astros’ pitching staff on Friday. Blanco made his first rehab start in a Florida Complex League game in West Palm Beach, while McCullers threw a live batting practice session at Daikin Park.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / June 19

Two Realistic, Two Unrealistic Astros Trade Chips Ahead of 2026 Deadline

One team that is stuck in the middle of nowhere when it comes to deciding early on if they are going to be buyers or sellers at the trade deadline is the Houston Astros.

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The 'College World Series winners' quiz

The College Baseball World Series dates back to 1947. How many of the champions can you name?

The 'Live-Ball Era strikeout leaders' quiz

The 'Single-season HR-leaders by team' quiz

The 'Last cycle by MLB team' quiz

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / June 19

In the lab: Trade deadline add possibilities

We are starting a new series here in the lab. Before we really get started I should run through the customary disclaimers and legalese. I am not advocating making any additions at the trade deadline.

MLB News / Yardbarker

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.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / June 19

Astros Legends Series 27: Sean Berry

Sean Berry made an immediate impact upon his arrival to Houston in 1996. Originally acquired in a trade from the Expos, Berry would join the “Killer B’s” lineup and drive in 95 runs in his debut season in the dome. Along the way that first season, he’d also hit a pair of grand slams.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / June 19

Houston Astros Own a 4.87 ERA. Here's How It Got This Bad

As the halfway point of the season is quickly facing Major League Baseball teams, it is about time to start being really honest about their strengths and weaknesses.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / June 18

Astros Signing Pioneer League Star Could be Savvy Long-Term Move

The Houston Astros are tapping into the Frontier League for a new prospect at the hot corner. Brandon Nigh, a former Oakland Grizzlies star, signed with the Astros on Thursday, per his college’s web site.

Jeremy Pena News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 18

Why Red Sox must trade for Astros’ Jeremy Pena despite underwhelming season

The Boston Red Sox should view shortstop Jeremy Pena as more than a speculative trade-deadline name. They should see him as a practical solution to an infield problem that has followed them for too long.

Jeremy Pena News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 18

Braves’ perfect trade offer for Astros’ Jeremy Pena

The Atlanta Braves are no strangers to bold deadline moves and 2026 should be no different. With shortstop Orlando Arcia no longer the long-term answer

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.

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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 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.

Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / June 19

Three players the Houston Astros could move at the deadline

The next few weeks could make a tremendous difference for the Houston Astros.

Astros Outright Ryan Weiss

Amid injuries, Guardians eager for jolt on offense vs. Astros

The 'MLB players hit by the most pitches in 2019' quiz

The '2017 Houston Astros World Series roster' quiz

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The 'NBA assist champions' quiz

The 'Game-winning-drives record by team' quiz

The 'Last cycle by MLB team' quiz

The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

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.

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.

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

Reds dominate on both sides of the plate in lopsided win over Mets

Brewers' Jacob Misiorowski dominates Phillies with one of best starts of MLB season

Isaac Paredes News / HITC / June 16