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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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Astros Release Rhylan Thomas

The Astros have placed outfielder Rhylan Thomas on release waivers, according to the MLB.com transaction log. Houston designated him for assignment yesterday when they finalized the LaMonte Wade Jr.

Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / June 5

Astros reinstate 2B Jose Altuve (left oblique strain) from IL

The Houston Astros have reinstated All-Star second baseman Jose Altuve (left oblique strain) from the 10-day injured list and he is slated to bat fifth as the club opens a three-game home series vs.

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The 'Foreign-born 250-HR club' quiz

How many of the 53 Major League Baseball players not born in the United States of America with 250 or more career home runs can you name in seven minutes?

The 'Last 30-HR season by MLB team' quiz

The 'Most K's to start an MLB career' quiz

The 'Active 40-HR MLB seasons' quiz

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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.

J.R. Towles News / Crawfish Boxes / June 5

Astros Legends Series 22: J. R. Towles

J.R. Towles is one of two Astros to have driven in 8 runs in a contest, sharing that distinction with Yuri Guerriel. We catch up with the former catcher in our 22nd installment of our Legends Series. Q: What do you remember about your debut on September 5th, 2007 against the Brewers in Milwaukee?

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / June 5

Astros Selects Potential Steal in Alabama Shortstop in MLB Mock Draft

As baseball season begins to creep into June, the NCAA baseball tournament begins and takes over weekends as big time draft prospects are playing at the highest level to improve their draft projections.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / June 5

In the lab: Putting LaMonte Wade in the lab

I make no bones about the fact that “Major League” is probably my favorite baseball movie. Half of my fantasy baseball teams have the name “Jobu’s Rum.” There are other good ones to be sure.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / June 4

Astros vs. Pirates Game Discussion: 6/4/2026

TONIGHT’S GAME: The Houston Astros (28-35) will continue their nine-game homestand tonight as they play the rubber game of their three-game series opposite their former divisional opponent, the Pittsburgh Pirates (33-29).

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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.

Collin Price News / ESPN / June 4

Astros sign OF Wade, call up Price to be backup C

The Astros signed outfielder LaMonte Wade Jr. and called up Collin Price, who take the place of backup catcher Cesar Salazar.

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The 'Last 30-point NBA Finals game' quiz

The 'Most 1,400-yard NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Most field goals-per-game by playoffs' quiz

The '20-point Stanley Cup Playoffs' quiz

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 4

Astros makes slew of roster moves amid Pirates series

The Houston Astros are dealing with some injuries as they play their three-game series with the Pittsburgh Pirates. Therefore, it has forced them to make adjustments.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / June 4

Astros Sign OF LaMonte Wade Jr., Salazar DFA; Cole, Loperfido Optioned

Wade will wear number 31 and is active for tonight’s game. The Houston Astros announced that they have signed OF LaMonte Wade Jr. to a Major League contract.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 4

Astros Designate César Salazar, Rhylan Thomas For Assignment

The Astros announced a series of moves prior to tonight’s game. They signed first baseman/outfielder LaMonte Wade Jr. to a major league deal, selected catcher Collin Price to the major league roster and reinstated outfielder Joey Loperfido from the 10-day injured list.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / June 4

Astros Give Veteran MLB Player Another Chance to Succeed With Latest Free Agent Signing

The Houston Astros have had outfield trouble dating back to the offseason. And while a handful of moves have been made to ensure better defense and approaches at the plate, the outfield position is still weak overall, and that goes for both starters and depth pieces.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / June 4

4 Astros Who Could Be Trade Candidates Should They Become Sellers

It's the first week in June, but with each passing day, reality could be setting in for Houston Astros general manager Dana Brown. Sitting at 28-35 going into Thursday night's series final at home against the Pittsburgh Pirates, the Astros are just five games behind in the American League West.

LaMonte Wade Jr. News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 4

Astros To Sign LaMonte Wade Jr.

The Astros are signing veteran first baseman/outfielder LaMonte Wade Jr. to a major league contract, reports Chandler Rome of The Athletic. Wade, a Covenant Sports Group client, opted out of a minor league contract with the White Sox last week.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / June 4

Three Biggest Takeaways from Astros Best Win of Year!

Astros pitcher of the Month Spencer Arrighetti may have struggled, but the team picked up their pitcher to do what they haven’t been able to do all year: Come from behind with a large deficit.

Yordan Alvarez News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 4

Astros rumors: Is Yordan Alvarez trade actually on table? Jeff Passan weighs in

The Houston Astros have been a disappointment thus far on the 2026 MLB season, currently sitting at 28-35 ahead of Thursday’s series finale against the Pittsburgh Pirates.

MLB News / Field Level Media / June 4

Astros getting healthier ahead of series finale vs. Pirates

Before a six-run eighth inning set the stage for closer Josh Hader to make his season debut and lock down Houston's 11-9 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates, the Astros received another dose of positive news on Wednesday.

Houston Astros News / Just Baseball / June 4

The Astros Pulled Off A Trade Heist That Nobody Talks About

Each winter numerous trade happen across MLB that generate buzz, debate, and hot takes. Whether it be a prospect for a veteran or swapping major league talent, each trade will eventually be given a label of a winner and a loser.

Spencer Arrighetti News / Houston Astros on SI / June 3

Astros' Spencer Arrighetti Earns League-Wide Recognition After Brilliant May

While the majority of the Houston Astros' starting rotation flounders, Spencer Arrighetti is thriving. Thanks to a spectacular May that saw him allow just three earned runs over the course of 29 innings, Arrighetti was named the American League Pitcher of the Month.

Josh Hader News / Yardbarker / June 2

Astros get significant bullpen boost with return of six-time All-Star

The 32-year-old was diagnosed with left bicep tendinitis and has yet to make his debut this season.

Brewers' Jacob Misiorowski finishes May with a bang vs. Astros

Yankees reveal concerning injury update on Aaron Judge

The '2017 Houston Astros World Series roster' quiz

Yordan Alvarez News / Just Baseball / June 2

Should the Houston Astros Trade Yordan Alvarez?

After Jose Altuve, when you think of the Houston Astros, you think of designated hitter and outfielder Yordan Alvarez. The 28-year-old took the league by storm in 87 games back in 2019, slashing .313/.412/.655 with 27 home runs and 78 runs batted in.

Houston Astros News / Athlon Sports / May 31

5 Greatest Houston Astros Pitchers of All Time

While the best teams in the history of the Houston Astros are driven by the bats -- highlighted by the "Killer B's" of Craig Biggio, Jeff Bagwell, and Lance Berkman -- the pitching has been sparkling as well.

Houston Astros News / Athlon Sports / May 31

5 Greatest Houston Astros Hitters of All Time

The Houston Astros were one of the most fearsome dynasties in recent MLB memory, making the ALCS or World Series in every year from 2017 to 2022 and winning it all in 2017 and 2022.