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Astros vs. Marlins Game Discussion: 7/21/2026

TONIGHT’S GAME: The Houston Astros (48-54) and Miami Marlins (52-49) will play the middle game of their three-game series tonight at Daikin Park in Houston, TX.

Christian Walker News / Houston Astros on SI / July 21

Christian Walker Returns to Starting Lineup as Astros Go For Series Win over Marlins

The Houston Astros did exactly what they had to do in the series opener against the Miami Marlins on Monday night at Daikin Park with a massive 8-5 win.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / July 21

Astros Rookie Logan Hughes Has Special Childhood Connection to Astros

Logan Hughes has come full circle with the Houston Astros after being selected as the 17th overall pick in this year's MLB Draft. According to a story on MLB.com by Brian McTaggart, Hughes spent time around the Astros during Spring Training in Florida several years ago, revealing his special childhood connection to Houston.

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Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / July 21

Astros' Bats Come Alive in Crucial Series-Opening Win Over Marlins

The Houston Astros desperately needed a win on Tuesday night in the opener of a three-game set against the Miami Marlins and got it done in a massive 8-5 victory at Daikin Park.

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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.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / July 21

Three Potential Astros Paths at the Trade Deadline

At 48-54 with 13 days until the trade deadline, the Houston Astros find themselves in a historically unusual position: they are farther away from .500 (6 games) than they are from the AL West division lead (3.5 games).

Josh Hader News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 21

Why Red Sox’s insane winning streak could open door for Astros to trade Josh Hader

The Boston Red Sox are in the midst of a 14-game winning streak. At the same time, they are negotiating potential trades just in time for the critical MLB Trade Deadline on August 3.

Yordan Alvarez News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 21

What Astros’ Yordan Alvarez said about trade deadline as he bolsters Triple Crown creds

The Houston Astros find themselves in the mix for the American League West crown, despite having an up-and-down season. Houston is led on offense by slugger Yordan Alvarez, who is having an outstanding campaign.

Ronel Blanco News / Houston Astros on SI / July 21

Astros Saw Something Better Than the Box Score in Ronel Blanco's Return

A 7.71 ERA tells only part of the story. Ronel Blanco returned from Tommy John surgery with more velocity, sharper breaking pitches, and a higher ceiling than he showed during his breakout season.

Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / July 21

Astros' Tatsuya Imai eager to regain form vs. slumping Marlins

Before reinstating pitchers Ronel Blanco and Bennett Sousa from the 60-day injured list, the Houston Astros executed a surprising roster move by demoting reliever Bryan King to Triple-A Sugar Land following their loss to the Baltimore Orioles on Sunday.

Yordan Alvarez News / Sport Relay / July 21

Peña, Alvarez Power Astros Past Marlins

The Houston Astros defeated the Miami Marlins 8–5 on Monday night at Daikin Park behind a six-run second inning that featured Jeremy Peña‘s grand slam and two home runs from Yordan Alvarez.

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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.

Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / July 20

Yordan Alvarez homers twice, Ronel Blanco returns as Astros top Marlins

Yordan Alvarez produced his fifth multi-homer game of the season to help the Houston Astros snap a four-game skid with an 8-5 win over the visiting Miami Marlins on Monday.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 20

Astros' Yordan Alvarez builds on AL MVP case in win over Marlins

While the Houston Astros have fallen behind in the AL playoff race, designated hitter Yordan Alvarez is staying firmly ahead of the pack in the chase for league MVP.

Caleb Durbin's late HR extends Red Sox's historic win streak

Historically bad start could complicate Twins pitcher Joe Ryan's trade market

Angels have one long-term replacement if Mike Trout Is traded

Phillies' Bryce Harper, Trea Turner both hit milestones vs. Dodgers

Pirates' Esmerlyn Valdez makes history in multiple ways with latest HR

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Janson Junk News / Houston Astros on SI / July 20

Three Astros Matchups That Matter in Lineup Against Marlins, Janson Junk

It’s make-or-break time for the Houston Astros. Following a series sweep by the Baltimore Orioles, the Astros are on the ropes. With the trade deadline approaching, there is urgency to win — and to win soon.

Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 20

Astros Reinstate Ronel Blanco, Bennett Sousa From 60-Day IL

The Astros announced that right-hander Ronel Blanco and left-hander Bennett Sousa have been reinstated from the 60-day injured list. The 40-man roster already had three vacancies, so these moves put the Astros at 39.

Houston Astros News / New Baseball Media / July 19

2026 MLB First-Half Recap: Houston Astros

For a decade, the Astros routinely hung around first place in the AL West. But in 2026, the Astros’ chances of making it to the playoffs are not exactly high, compared to past years.

Houston Astros News / Athlon Sports / July 19

Astros Manager Provides Jeremy Pena, Christian Walker Injury Updates

The Houston Astros received encouraging news ahead of Sunday's series finale against the Baltimore Orioles after manager Joe Espada shared updates on Jeremy Peña and Christian Walker.

Nate Pearson News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 19

Astros To Designate Nate Pearson For Assignment

The Astros are designating reliever Nate Pearson for assignment, according to Chandler Rome of The Athletic. Rome adds that infielder Ray Delgado is in the team’s clubhouse, suggesting he’s been recalled from Triple-A.

Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / July 18

Astros SS Jeremy Pena, 1B Christian Walker exit with injuries

Astros shortstop Jeremy Pena and first baseman Christian Walker departed with injuries on Saturday against the Baltimore Orioles. Pena displayed discomfort during his second plate appearance against Orioles left-hander Trevor Rogers before striking out in the bottom of the third inning.

Yordan Alvarez News / Larry Brown Sports / July 18

Astros could make a major Yordan Alvarez move

The Houston Astros could be getting real experimental for the stretch run of the season. Houston could potentially move their star slugger Yordan Alvarez

Lucas Spence News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 17

Astros Select Lucas Spence

The Astros announced Friday that they’ve selected the contract of outfielder Lucas Spence from Triple-A Sugar Land. Houston also reinstated righty Kai-Wei Teng from the 15-day injured list and placed Brice Matthews on the 10-day IL with a sprained left knee.

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MLB News / Yardbarker / July 15

Three prominent MLB trade chips that are likely to not be traded

As we get closer to the Aug. 3 MLB trade deadline, there have been ongoing trade speculations surrounding certain franchise cornerstones getting dealt as they fulfill teams' needs.

Tarik Skubal could be traded to a surprising team

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Peter Lambert News / Just Baseball / July 15

What’s Behind Peter Lambert’s Career Year?

The Houston Astros seem to be a team in transition, with former stars like Alex Bregman, Kyle Tucker and Framber Valdez donning different jerseys in 2026.