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MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 6
Astros must trade for Anthony Volpe after brutal Carlos Correa injury news
It came as a harsh reality when the Houston Astros learned of Carlos Correa being done for the season. And their playoff chances took a big hit. However, all hope is not lost.
The '50-HR, .300 average MLB seasons' quiz
How many of the 20 MLB players to bat .300 and mash 50 home runs in the same season can you name in five minutes?
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / May 6
These Astros Top Prospects Drawing Concern After Slow Start to 2026
With the big league club faltering this season, some Houston Astros fans may switch their gaze to the minor leagues for reinforcements. The Astros are flush with young prospects, but not many are big-league ready.
25 current MLB players who will end up in the Baseball Hall of Fame
Some things appear clear when it comes to Baseball Hall of Fame voting. The PED guys aren’t going to get in, or at least the hitters, and the rubric for starting pitchers has to be reconstructed on the fly.
Yordan Alvarez News / Crawfish Boxes / May 6
Yordan Alvarez Is the Bright Spot the Astros Can’t Afford to Lose 
Astros fans, it hasn’t been the start anyone envisioned. The struggles have been real, and the pitching staff, in particular, has left plenty to be desired.
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / May 6
Astros Recall IF Shay Whitcomb with Carlos Correa Lost for Season
The Astros Curse has now taken Carlos Correa for the season, further testing the depth of the organization. Whitcomb was optioned to Triple-A Sugar Land Monday when the team recalled C Cesar Salazar in light of an injury to starting C Yainer Diaz.
Carlos Correa News / Field Level Media / May 6
Astros' Carlos Correa needs season-ending ankle surgery
Houston Astros infielder Carlos Correa will require season-ending surgery to repair his left ankle, he confirmed to reporters on Wednesday. Correa said he tore a tendon in his ankle and will undergo the surgery soon, with a recovery time of six to eight months.
Cam Smith News / Just Baseball / May 6
A Breakout Year Is Coming For Cam Smith
In 2025, 22-year-old Cam Smith posted a .670 OPS in his 493 plate appearances as a rookie. ln 2026, he’s currently rocking a .676 OPS in 144 plate appearances.
Who are the 25 fastest players in MLB right now?
Speed is more important than ever in MLB with recent rule changes promoting stolen bases. These were the 25 fastest players for the 2026 season, as recorded by the Statcast sprint speed metric.
Houston Astros News / Larry Brown Sports / May 6
Astros get brutal injury update on Carlos Correa
The Houston Astros will not have Carlos Correa for the remainder of the season. Correa will undergo surgery on a torn tendon in his left ankle, he confirmed Wednesday.
MLB News / Yardbarker / May 6
Mets, Phillies, Astros linked to Alex Cora
In a somewhat surprising turn of events, the Boston Red Sox chose to part ways with manager Alex Cora early in the season. It sounds like Cora won't have much difficulty landing a new job.
Carlos Correa News / Yardbarker / May 6
Astros' difficult season gets worse with Carlos Correa news
The Houston Astros suffered another blow as they attempt to overcome a slow start to the season.
Carlos Correa News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 6
Carlos Correa To Undergo Season-Ending Ankle Surgery
The hits keep coming for the Astros. Brian McTaggart of MLB.com reports that third baseman/shortstop Carlos Correa will require season-ending surgery to repair a left ankle injury.
Houston Astros News / Total Pro Sports / May 6
MLB Insider Outlines Houston Astros’ Biggest Concern, And It’s Alarming
The Houston Astros dropped off their perch in the American League West after ending their run of eight consecutive postseason appearances last year. Their playoff hopes for 2026 are already in severe doubt after a disastrous opening month to the season.
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / May 6
In the lab: Checking in on Yainer Diaz
We did this with Cam Smith last time and it seemed like a good feature to move forward with most of the hitters individually. The general idea here is that the basic numbers will say one thing, but the underlying numbers might say something else.
MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / May 6
Jose Altuve had the worst whiff of the season against Shohei Ohtani
Jose Altuve may want to avoid social media for the next day or so. The Houston Astros icon got clowned on Tuesday for one of the worst swings and misses of his career against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Daikin Park in Houston, Texas.
Carlos Correa News / Larry Brown Sports / May 6
Astros star Carlos Correa suffers 'serious' injury
The Houston Astros may have to soldier on without Carlos Correa for the foreseeable future.
MLB News / Field Level Media / May 5
Peter Lambert outduels Shohei Ohtani, Astros edge Dodgers
Peter Lambert twirled seven scoreless innings to outduel Shohei Ohtani and lead the Houston Astros to a 2-1 interleague victory over the visiting Los Angeles Dodgers on Tuesday.
Joe Espada News / Houston Astros on SI / May 5
Joe Espada Breaks Down Houston Astros Pitching Issues as Concerns Grow
The Houston Astros' 2026 struggles continue as the calendar flips over into May, dropping the first game of the three-game series against the Los Angeles Dodgers on Monday.
Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 5
Joe Espada’s concerning Yainer Diaz injury update will catch Astros fans’ attention
Houston Astros Yainer Diaz suffered an unfortunate left oblique strain injury on Monday during batting practice. With Diaz on the 10-day IL, manager Joe Espada shared a concerning update about the five-year veteran.
Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 5
Astros Designate Dustin Harris For Assignment
The Astros announced a series of roster moves prior to tonight’s game. On the position player side, they reinstated infielder Nick Allen from the 10-day injured list and recalled infielder/outfielder Zach Dezenzo from Triple-A.
MLB News / Yardbarker / May 5
Dodgers make big Shohei Ohtani decision ahead of Astros matchup
Ohtani has been an NL Cy Young candidate this season, posting a 2-1 record with a ridiculous 0.60 ERA and 0.87 WHIP with 34 strikeouts.
Houston Astros News / Just Baseball / May 5
Christian Walker Is Exorcising Jose Abreu’s Demons for Astros Fans
At 14-21, very little has gone right for the Houston Astros to start 2026, giving new meaning to the term “Houston, we have a problem”. Was this supposed to be the same team that formed quite the American League dynasty in recent years?
Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 4
Astros’ Hunter Brown, Jeremy Pena get injury updates from Joe Espada
The Houston Astros received encouraging news Monday, as manager Joe Espada provided updates on the recovery progress of ace Hunter Brown, shortstop Jeremy Pena, pitcher Cristian Javier, and relief pitcher Ryan Weiss.
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