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MLB News / Crawfish Boxes / August 15
Astros vs. Mariners Game Discussion: 8/15/2026 
TONIGHT’S GAME: The first-place Houston Astros (63-60), who own a 3.0-game lead in the AL West, will play the middle game of their three-game series against the division rival Seattle Mariners (57-66) tonight at Daikin Park.
Jose Altuve News / Houston Astros on SI / August 15
Jose Altuve Keeps Adding to His Legacy in Astros’ Record Books
The Houston Astros got a very important piece back in their starting lineup Friday night in superstar Jose Altuve. Altuve had an injury scare earlier in the week, but it turned out he just had a bruised foot.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / August 15
Astros Struggling Outfielder Quietly Delivers Biggest At-Bat in 10 Inning Rally
It has been well-known since the offseason that the Houston Astros and Dana Brown needed to address some gaps in their roster. One particular area of concern was a left-handed-hitting outfielder.
The 'Last batting title by MLB team' quiz
How many of the most recent batting champions for each MLB team can you name in five minutes?
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / August 15
Astros to Induct Alan Ashby, Phil Garner Into Hall of Fame Today
Former Astros catcher and broadcaster Alan Ashby and former player and manager Phil Garner are set to be inducted into the Astros Hall of Fame tonight at Daikin Park, prior to the 6:10 p.m.
Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century
The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.
Christian Walker News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 15
Astros first baseman Christian Walker’s awesome reaction to 3-run walk off HR vs. Mariners
The Houston Astros had one of their most dramatic victories of the season Friday night, and Christian Walker delivered the final punch. His three-run walk-off homer capped a five-run 10th inning and lifted the Astros to a 10-7 win over the Seattle Mariners at Daikin Park.
MLB News / Field Level Media / August 15
Astros aim to stay on right path vs. reeling Mariners
The Houston Astros' opener of a three-game series against the Seattle Mariners served as a microcosm of Houston's up-and-down season. The Astros rallied from two different two-run deficits and also squandered a three-run lead before recording a 10-7 walk-off victory in 10 innings on Friday.
Christian Walker News / Field Level Media / August 15
Christian Walker's walk-off HR caps Astros' 10th-inning rally vs. M's
Christian Walker blasted a three-run, walk-off homer as the Houston Astros answered a three-run rally by the Seattle Mariners with a five-run 10th inning en route to a wild 10-7 victory on Friday.
MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / August 14
Yordan Alvarez puts an end to George Kirby's wild streak against Astros
Yordan Alvarez was not going to let the Houston Astros’ home run futility against George Kirby continue any longer.
The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series
Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.
MLB News / Crawfish Boxes / August 14
Astros vs Mariners Game Discussion: 8/14/2026
TONIGHT’S GAME: The first-place Houston Astros (62-60) will open a huge nine-game homestand tonight as they welcome in their division rival, the Seattle Mariners (57-65), for a three-game weekend series at Daikin Park.
Jose Altuve News / Viral Sports News / August 14
Astros Make Jose Altuve Announcement Amid Injury Concern
The Houston Astros head into a pivotal three-game weekend series against the Seattle Mariners with welcome news on the injury front. Second baseman Jose Altuve is back in the lineup for Friday’s series opener after missing time with a left foot injury sustained earlier in the week.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / August 14
Astros Starting Rotation Starting To Shape Up Highlighted by Mariners Probables
Going into the trade deadline less than two weeks ago, the Houston Astros had two major holes in their roster: a revolving door in the outfield and a lack of depth in the starting rotation.
LaMonte Wade Jr. News / Houston Astros on SI / August 14
LaMonte Wade Jr. Is Having a Clutch, Walk-Happy Season for the Astros
LaMonte Wade Jr. has been a valuable pick-up thanks in large part to his robust walk rate and clutch hitting. Wade Jr. is in his eighth big league season and his first with the Astros.
MLB News / Crawfish Boxes / August 14
Despite Losing Season Series, Astros Can Bury Mariners This Weekend
The Houston Astros haven’t played the Seattle Mariners since May 14. Seattle won 8-3. It clinched the season series for the Mariners, who have won 7 of the 8 games the two teams have played this season.
Joe Espada News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 13
Astros reporter’s Joe Espada truth bomb suggests his job is extremely safe
The Houston Astros have turned Joe Espada’s third season as manager from a potential crisis into another pennant race. Houston enters Thursday’s off day at 62-60, leading the American League West by 1.5 games over the Texas Rangers.
Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 13
3 players who will make or break Astros’ chances of winning AL West
The Houston Astros enter the final 40 games atop the AL West, but their position carries little comfort. Houston is 62-60, only 1.5 games ahead of the Texas Rangers and 5.5 ahead of the Seattle Mariners.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / August 13
Cubs' Alex Bregman joins exclusive list with performance vs. Nationals
On a night when Pete Crow-Armstrong went only 1-for-6, another Chicago Cubs player carried the team to victory in the middle game of their series with the Washington Nationals.
Jose Altuve News / Athlon Sports / August 12
Astros Give Unfortunate Jose Altuve Update After Exiting Lineup
The Houston Astros will be without Jose Altuve for Wednesday's series finale against the San Francisco Giants after the veteran second baseman remained out of the lineup with a bruised left foot.
Jose Altuve News / Field Level Media / August 12
Astros 2B Jose Altuve headed for more tests on injured foot
The Houston Astros, fighting to maintain their lead in the American League West, could be facing a key absence after Jose Altuve sustained a foot injury on Tuesday in San Francisco.
Shay Whitcomb News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 10
Astros Claim Nelson Velázquez, Designate Shay Whitcomb For Assignment
The Astros announced they have claimed outfielder Nelson Velázquez off waivers from the Cardinals. St. Louis had designated him for assignment a few days ago.
Houston Astros News / Athlon Sports / August 8
Astros Actively Trying to Add More Outfield Help
The Houston Astros only made a single major deal on deadline day, acquiring outfielder Daulton Varsho from the Toronto Blue Jays for starting pitcher Spencer Arrighetti.
Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 7
Astros Pursuing Right-Handed Hitting Outfielder
The Astros are in talks about adding a right-handed hitting outfielder, reports Chandler Rome of The Athletic. Rome adds that they’ve shown interest in Rob Refsnyder and Austin Hays, each of whom was released this week.
Houston Astros News / Just Baseball / August 6
The Houston Astros Didn’t Live Up to Their Promise To Buy
The Houston Astros entered the trade deadline on a tear, winning 11 of 12 to assume first place in the AL West and establish themselves as surefire buyers after months of making that declaration.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 3
Astros acquire Daulton Varsho from Blue Jays for starter Spencer Arrighetti
The Toronto Blue Jays have traded their 2024 Gold Glove outfielder Daulton Varsho to the Houston Astros for right-handed starting pitcher Spencer Arrighetti.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 31
Astros move struggling Tatsuya Imai to bullpen for crucial Rangers series
Houston Astros right-hander Tatsuya Imai will be available out of the bullpen during the club's crucial weekend series against the Texas Rangers.
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