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Four-run inning carries Astros past Mariners

Jose Altuve deposited a perfect bunt single down the third-base line with two outs in the seventh inning, the lone run-scoring hit of a four-run frame that lifted the Houston Astros to a 5-3 victory over the visiting Seattle Mariners on Friday.

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Phew, That Was Stressful; Astros Beat Mariners 5-3

Other than, somehow, the Red Sox, there likely isn’t a better starting rotation in the American League at present than the Mariners. It is arguably the deepest staff and boasted the best strikeout rate in baseball (26.8%) and the third-lowest walk rate (5.8%) entering Friday.

Houston Astros News / FanNation Inside The Astros / 3 hours ago

Houston Astros Set Expected Return Date For Top Rotation Arm

After an uncharacteristic start to the season that has the Houston Astros sitting with the second-worst record in the American League entering Friday, they are hoping things can get turned around.

Houston Astros News / FanNation Inside The Astros / 4 hours ago

Four Houston Astros Players Predicted to Earn Prestigious Honor

As a team, the Houston Astros haven't found the success they were looking for coming into the season. Currently 11-20, the Astros are tied for fourth place in the American League West and already six games out of first.

Houston Astros News / Last Word On Sports / 7 hours ago

Astros Second Baseman Is One Stolen Base from History

Doing one thing well enough in the majors can be a challenge. Although, having to do two different things is very unique. The type of slugger who tends to hit the long ball is often no threat on the bases.

Joe Espada News / MLB Trade Rumors / 1 hour ago

Astros considering major move with starting rotation

The Houston Astros are considering rolling out a six-man rotation.

Astros lose veteran OF to injury

Astros make big decision on former AL MVP

Four reasons for the Houston Astros' struggles

Which pitchers have the most career strikeouts for every MLB franchise?

The '2017 Houston Astros World Series roster' quiz

Houston Astros News / FanNation Inside The Astros / 3 hours ago

Shocking Stats Explain Houston Astros' Disastrous Start

The Houston Astros' terrible start to the 2024 season has baffled fans and experts alike. Given the team's recent track record of dominance, it's safe to say few people saw it coming.

MLB News / Bleacher Nation / 2 hours ago

Astros vs. Mariners Prediction: Expert Picks, Odds, Stats & Best Bets – Friday, May 3, 2024

The Houston Astros (11-20) are favored on the moneyline (-120) in Friday’s contest with the Seattle Mariners (17-14). Game time is at 8:10 PM ET on SCHN.

Jacob Melton News / FanNation Inside The Astros / 48 minutes ago

Houston Astros Outfield Prospect Moves In Top 100 Rankings

The Houston Astros have just one Top 100 prospect in Baseball America’s most recent prospect update, which takes into account action for the first month of the season.

MLB News / Bleacher Nation / 1 hour ago

Astros vs. Mariners Probable Starting Pitchers – May 3

The Houston Astros (11-20) host the Seattle Mariners (17-14) on Friday to kick off a three-game series at Minute Maid Park. The contest begins at 8:10 PM ET.

MLB News / Crawfish Boxes / 11 hours ago

Astros win: Guardians fail to guard the lead.

Astros take the rubber match Contrary to the received wisdom, good teams do not have a special formula for winning close games at a higher rate. The reality is that the good teams are really good at winning games by comfortable margins.

MLB News / Field Level Media / 15 hours ago

Astros use 5-run seventh to clobber Guardians

Jon Singleton lofted a two-run homer that flipped the scoreboard in the sixth inning and added a sacrifice fly in the seventh that capped a five-run frame as the Houston Astros won the rubber match of their three-game series with the visiting Cleveland Guardians 8-2 on Thursday.

MLB News / Bleacher Nation / 8 hours ago

Houston Astros vs. Seattle Mariners Series May 3-5: Odds, Starting Pitchers & Predictions

The Houston Astros will be hosting the Seattle Mariners for a three-game series, with the first matchup getting underway at 8:10 PM ET on Friday, May 3.

Houston Astros News / FanNation Inside The Astros / 1 hour ago

Baseball Insider Calls Houston Astros 'Most Doomed Disappointment' in MLB

The Houston Astros had won three out of their last four games heading into Thursday, but is this surge already too late to save their season? ESPN's Jeff Passan seems to think so as one of his biggest takeaways from the first part of this year has been that the Astros might be the most doomed out of baseball's biggest disappointments.

Houston Astros News / FanNation Inside The Astros / 12 hours ago

Insider Says Sell Stock On Houston Astros Struggling Young Pitcher

This has not been the Houston Astros that fans and all of Major League Baseball has gotten to know during the last decade. The normally unflappable, mistake-free, machine-like roster has turned into legitimately one of the worst playing teams in all of baseball.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / 16 hours ago

Totally Not Fake News: The rough start for the 2024 Houston Astros

We can see the struggles on the field, but what about behind the scenes? HOUSTON - By now, the new-season smell for the 2024 season has long worn off. Everyone has had a home stand and a road trip or two.

Chas McCormick News / MLB Trade Rumors / 9 hours ago

Astros lose veteran OF to injury

He's had a tough first month of the season. The typically steady left fielder has yet to hit a home run.

Astros to option former MVP

The American League wild-card picture is looking more competitive than previous years

American League players of the month: April 2024

Which MLB players have the most career games played?

The '2017 Houston Astros World Series roster' quiz

MLB News / ClutchPoints / May 1

Justin Verlander’s net worth in 2024

Justin Verlander’s net worth in 2024 is about $150 million. Verlander is an MLB professional baseball player who has played for several teams over the length of his 18-year career.

Jose Abreu News / Just Baseball / 46 minutes ago

Jose Abreu Optioned to the Minor Leagues: How Did We Get Here?

It’s been hard to watch Jose Abreu lately. If you’re a Houston Astros fan, you know exactly what I’m talking about. Abreu, 37, was mercifully optioned to West Palm Beach in a surprise transaction to close out a brutal month of April that featured a .099/.156/.113 triple slash, along with a .269 OPS (-21 wRC+) in 77 plate appearances.

Houston Astros News / FanNation Fastball / April 30

Houston Astros Sending Down Former MVP José Abreu in Shocking Roster Move

The Houston Astros are optioning first baseman José Abreu to West Palm Beach, effective Wednesday, general manager Dana Brown told The Athletic's Chandler Rome on Tuesday.

Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / 9 hours ago

Astros to option former MVP

First baseman José Abreu is not with the Astros right now and will be optioned Wednesday to West Palm Beach.

Twins reinstate RP Jhoan Duran, designate RP Matt Bowman

Brewers expected to promote acclaimed infield prospect

Infamous former Yankees outfielder gets DFA'd by his new team

Orioles shake up bullpen with roster moves

Bad players get relegated to the minors. How about bad umpires?

Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / 55 minutes ago

Four reasons for the Houston Astros' struggles

The Houston Astros' disastrous start may be the most surprising storyline of the MLB season.

Astros promote Joey Loperfido, clouding Jose Abreu's role

MLB rankings: The five most disappointing free-agent signings

Three MLB teams that should push the panic button

The greatest postseason moment for every MLB team

The '2017 Houston Astros World Series roster' quiz

MLB News / Yardbarker / April 29

Three MLB teams that should push the panic button

These three teams are not off to the starts they expected and are quickly running out of time to right the ship.

Astros to promote batter who smoked the ball in spring training

The most unexpected MLB pitchers who threw a no-hitter or perfect game

The '2022 MLB home run leaders' quiz

Houston Astros News / Last Word On Sports / April 29

Astros to Promote Organization’s Versatile No. 6 Prospect

The Houston Astros are shaking up their roster amidst a slow start to the season. The team plans to call up one of their top prospects to the big leagues before their series opens against the Cleveland Guardians on Tuesday.

Jose Abreu News / Yardbarker / April 21