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Astros' Season Comes Down to Critical Stretch Before Trade Deadline

It is now or never for the Houston Astros. Those words have been said countless times throughout the 2026 season. There have been so many moments when it’s appeared that this team was down for the count, including as recently as this past weekend, but somehow the club finds a way to leap back into contention at just the right moment.

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2 top Astros prospects on trade watch at 2026 deadline

The Houston Astros have seldom hesitated to use prospect capital when a clear major-league need emerges, and the 2026 deadline should be no different.

Jose Altuve News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 23

Why 2026 class helps Jose Altuve’s Cooperstown case

The National Baseball Hall of Fame is set to enshrine three people into the 2026 class, with them being Carlos Beltran, Andruw Jones and Jeff Kent. All three players had legendary careers throughout their time playing, and it’s no surprise that they’re receiving their flowers now.

MLB News / Houston Astros on SI / July 23

Why Yordan Alvarez Has a Strong Case Over Aaron Judge as MLB's Best Hitter

Houston Astros slugger Yordan Alvarez is putting together one of the best offensive seasons in Major League Baseball and is making a strong case to be considered the game's top hitter over New York Yankees star Aaron Judge.

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The 'Most 40-HR MLB seasons' quiz

How many of the 51 MLB players with three or more 40 home run seasons can you name in seven minutes?

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Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / July 23

Astros New First Round Draft Pick Wants to be the Next Nolan Ryan

The Houston Astros have had their fair share of incredible pitchers to represent them on the mound over their history. Future hall of famer Justin Verlander was the most recent legend on the pitching staff, and he made a strong impact on the team for their two World Series titles.

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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.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 23

Astros extend Marlins’ losing streak to 9 games

The Miami Marlins suffered their ninth consecutive loss Wednesday as the Houston Astros completed a three-game sweep with a 5-2 victory at Daikin Park.

Yordan Alvarez News / Field Level Media / July 22

Yordan Alvarez, Astros power past skidding Marlins

Yordan Alvarez socked his 34th home run in the eighth inning, a tiebreaking two-run shot that lifted the Houston Astros to a 5-2 victory over the visiting Miami Marlins and a sweep of the three-game interleague series.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / July 22

Yordan Blast Powers Astros to 5-2 Victory, Sweep of Marlins

Most casual observers felt the Astros would register their 50th win of the season well in advance of the All-Star Break. Unfortunately, it took until

Jeremy Pena News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 22

Astros’ Jeremy Pena accomplishes impressive feat for 1st time vs. Marlins

Jeremy Pena is staying hot. With the Houston Astros looking to complete a three-game sweep of the Miami Marlins on Wednesday, Pena made a big impact early in the contest at Daikin Park in Houston, launching a solo home run in the third inning to stretch his team’s lead to 2-0.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / July 22

What the Astros Can Learn From a Decade-Old Trade Deadline Decision

The Houston Astros face a dilemma of what to do at the August 3 trade deadline. They currently sit at 49-54 and are three games out of first place in the AL West.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / July 22

Astros Sign Top Two 2026 Draft Picks

The Houston Astros have officially signed both of their first-round picks from the 2026 MLB Draft. The Astros selected OF Logan Hughes from Texas Tech with 17th overall selection and RHP Jack Radel from the University of Notre Dame with the 28th overall pick.

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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.

Tatsuya Imai News / Houston Astros on SI / July 22

Tatsuya Imai Is Pitching Better Than His ERA Suggests

Tatsuya Imai's best start of the month for the Astros didn't redefine his season. What it did was reinforce a trend Houston has been watching develop over the past several weeks.

Josh Hader News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 22

Phillies named best Josh Hader trade fit if Astros move him

The Philadelphia Phillies have been one of the most impressive teams this season, considering they began the campaign off to an incredibly cold start. With the club jockeying for first place in the NL East, the front office has an opportunity to land a big fish via trade before the August 3 deadline.

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Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 22

How Astros could absolutely ‘crush it’ at trade deadline with bombshell moves

At 49-54, the Houston Astros sit three games out of the AL West lead and four games out of a playoff spot. Still in striking distance of a postseason berth, the Astros could look to try and add some extra firepower at the trade deadline.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 22

Royals acquire right-handed pitcher Nate Pearson from Astros

The Royals acquiring Pearson not only enhances their bullpen depth, but it also provides them with a cost-effective and controllable veteran.

The 'MLB Playoff games with 10 K's, 0 BBs or runs' quiz

Nate Pearson News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 22

Astros Trade Nate Pearson To Royals

10:47am: The Royals have announced the trade. 10:22am: The Royals are acquiring right-hander Nate Pearson in a trade with the Astros, reports Chandler Rome of The Athletic.

Peter Lambert News / Field Level Media / July 22

Astros turn to Peter Lambert in bid for sweep of reeling Marlins

A spate of unrelenting injuries to the rotation resulted in 14 different pitchers making starts for the Houston Astros this season, with Ronel Blanco joining that group on Monday when he made his season debut after undergoing Tommy John surgery.

Tatsuya Imai News / Field Level Media / July 21

Tatsuya Imai, Astros extend Marlins' losing streak to 8

Tatsuya Imai allowed one run over six innings, Isaac Paredes clubbed a three-run homer and the Houston Astros sent the reeling Miami Marlins to their eighth straight loss with a 5-3 victory on Tuesday.

Yordan Alvarez 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

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.

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

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

Brewers acquire right-handed starter Lance McCullers Jr. from Astros

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Lance McCullers Jr. News / Yardbarker / July 15

Brewers acquire right-handed starter Lance McCullers Jr. from Astros

With the deadline a few weeks away, trade season is kicking into gear.

Brewers, Jacob Misiorowski have yet to discuss extension

Munetaka Murakami addresses his future with the White Sox

Aroldis Chapman letting go of hard feelings toward Yankees?

Derek Jeter addresses Anthony Volpe's struggles with Yankees

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Yordan Alvarez News / Yardbarker / July 11

Astros' Yordan Alvarez continues to be nightmare matchup for Rangers

The AL MVP favorite and Houston Astros slugger Yordan Alvarez has been unstoppable against the Texas Rangers, as he has crushed eight home runs against them this season.

Yordan Alvarez makes Astros history in loss to Rangers

LaMonte Wade Jr. hits first career grand slam as Astros thump Rangers

Phillies' Zack Wheeler gets last laugh against MLB for All-Star snub

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