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Zach Dezenzo News / Viral Sports News / August 6

Astros Shake Up Roster With 3-Year MLB Player Demotion

The Houston Astros optioned outfielder Zach Dezenzo to Triple-A Sugar Land on Thursday, clearing a roster spot ahead of their upcoming series against the San Diego Padres.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / August 6

Has José Altuve Finally Found the Adjustment He Needed?

Between June 24 and July 27, Houston Astros second baseman José Altuve endured the worst offensive stretch of his season. He hit just .196 over 25 games, the strikeouts piled up, and questions about whether the veteran was beginning to lose a step naturally followed.

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.

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MLB News / Crawfish Boxes / August 6

3 Big Questions with MLB Insider Bob Nightengale

In baseball circles, his reputation proceeds him. Bob Nightengale has been covering America’s Past Time for USA Today since before Isaac Parades was

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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 / August 6

These three players will decide the Astros season

Yordan Alvarez has played at an MVP level all season. Now healthy, Josh Hader and Jeremy Peña have performed like All-Stars, while Hunter Brown appears to be rounding into form.

Carlos Correa News / Houston Astros on SI / August 6

Astros' Carlos Correa Receives Great News on Recovery For 2026 Return

Even after a disappointing series loss to the Toronto Blue Jays, momentum still remains for the Houston Astros. After winning 12 out of their last 15 games, the Astros are in the lead in the American League West division and still have a path to the postseason.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / August 5

Astros Manager Joe Espada Heaps Praise on New Addition Daulton Varsho

The Houston Astros have been on a roll lately, and have risen to the top of the American League West division. Even with that success, the Astros needed to address some important needs at the trade deadline.

Carlos Correa News / Athlon Sports / August 5

Astros Announce Carlos Correa Update After 79 Missed Games

Carlos Correa took a step toward a return this season, as Astros manager Joe Espada announced the shortstop has been cleared to resume swinging a bat, more than three months after a torn tendon in his left ankle shut him down in early May.

Jose Altuve News / Field Level Media / August 5

Jose Altuve aims to stay hot, lead Astros to series win vs. Jays

Second baseman Jose Altuve, riding a streak of three consecutive multi-hit games, leads the Houston Astros into the decisive matchup of a three-game series against the visiting Toronto Blue Jays on Wednesday.

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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 / August 4

Taylor Trammell's homer powers Astros past Blue Jays

Taylor Trammell clubbed a three-run homer, Hayden Wesneski delivered a quality start and the Houston Astros evened their three-game series against the Toronto Blue Jays with a 7-2 win on Tuesday.

Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 3

Astros rumors: Organization members ‘befuddled’ by lack of trade deadline moves

Heading into the 2026 MLB trade deadline, the Houston Astros’ plans were among the biggest questions fans wanted answered. A feel-good story few expected

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MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 3

Astros Have Discussed Foster Griffin

The Astros subtracted from their rotation depth when they swapped Spencer Arrighetti to the Blue Jays for center fielder Daulton Varsho. Houston now finds itself in the pitching market, according to Brian McTaggart of MLB.com, with an hour until the deadline.

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.

Blue Jays gamble that a change of scenery works for Jameson Taillon

Blue Jays acquire right-handed starter Jose Soriano from Angels

Cubs get needed rotation reinforcement in Kevin Gausman

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Houston Astros News / Viral Sports News / August 3

Astros Facing Major Roadblock in All-Star Trade Attempt

As the Houston Astros push toward the final stretch of the 2026 campaign and a potential return to the postseason, the front office continues searching for an impact bat before the MLB trade deadline.

Yordan Alvarez News / Viral Sports News / August 3

Astros Get Big Yordan Alvarez News Ahead of Trade Deadline

Houston Astros designated hitter Yordan Alvarez earned American League Player of the Month honors for July, recognition that arrived as the club solidified its standing atop the AL West and prepared to act as a buyer before the trade deadline.

Danry Vasquez News / Total Pro Sports / August 3

Baseball Star Triggers Insane Brawl After Shockingly Punching Opponent & Kicking Him After Rundown

Mexican League outfielder Danry Vasquez won’t be playing much baseball following his actions on the field. He has a history of bad behavior. In 2016, Vasquez assaulted his then-girlfriend in a stairwell at Whataburger Field.

Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 2

Astros rumors: Houston pursuing move at trade deadline under 1 condition

The Houston Astros may be one of the teams looking to pursue a trade before the deadline, but there seem to be some implications on how they go about it.

Carlos Correa News / Field Level Media / August 2

Astros' Carlos Correa (ankle surgery) not ruling out 2026 return

On May 11, Carlos Correa underwent what he thought was season-ending surgery on his left ankle. On Saturday, he began working out on the field again, well ahead of the original six- to eight-month recovery timeline.

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.

Rangers fortify two areas of need in trade with Angels

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Cam Smith News / Just Baseball / July 31

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Red Sox OF prospect Andrews Opata sets new stolen-base record for Low-A Salem

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Munetaka Murakami News / Yardbarker / July 26

Munetaka Murakami steps up on day White Sox honor him

Continuously showing a flair for the dramatic during his debut MLB season, Munetaka Murakami delivered on a day intended to honor the Japanese rookie.

White Sox acquire right-hander Jose Urquidy from Pirates

Plans for White Sox at MLB trade deadline will come with asterisk

Brewers quickly move on from Lance McCullers Jr.

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