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Astros Option Jason Alexander After Rangers Rough Him Up for 8 First-Inning Runs

Riding a high from accomplishing a combined no-hitter on Monday, the Houston Astros got their bubble burst early on during Tuesday’s matchup against the Texas Rangers.

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The Houston Astros took game one against the Texas Rangers on Monday, pitching a combined no-hitter with three pitchers. In game two, the Rangers came back to take down Houston, as the Astros allowed 10 runs in a losing effort.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / May 27

In The Lab: Is the Pitching Lab Working?

One of the axioms I always live by is that I really don’t buy heavily into trends until Memorial Day. Obviously, Memorial Day has now come and gone. I have to admit that this early season has tested that axiom and my own patience as an analyst.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / May 27

One Amazing Baseball Fact That Came From Astros Combined No-Hitter

It's a surreal moment in an of itself for a ballplayer to make their MLB debut, no matter what their journey consisted of getting there. It's even more surreal to debut as a pitcher with the daring possibility of making history, resting solely on your shoulders.

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The 'ERA leaders since 2003' quiz

How many ERA leaders from both leagues since the 2003 season can you name in five minutes?

MLB News / Crawfish Boxes / May 26

8 Run First Inning Dooms Astros in 10-7 Loss to Rangers

Every bit of the euphoria from Monday’s combined no-hitter was gone before the Astros came up to bat a second time. Poor defense and poor location by starter Jason Alexander (L, 1-1) led to an 8-run first inning by the Texas Rangers (25-29), a hole the Houston Astros (24-32) could not overcome this evening.

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in MLB history

Not every all-timer has instant success at the next level. For many baseball players, it takes a few bumps in the road out of the gate before they ever reach stardom.

Jose Altuve News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 26

Astros’ Jose Altuve takes big step in injury rehab amid Rangers series

The Houston Astros have struggled mightily out of the gate, currently holding 24-31 record. What hasn’t helped is the litany of injuries across the roster.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / May 26

Astros Make Three Outfield Moves as Baez Era Ends and Trammell Returns

The Houston Astros are making moves before taking on the Texas Rangers in the second game of a four-game series. On Tuesday, the Astros made three outfield roster moves: optioned Zach Cole to Triple-A Sugar Land, reinstated Taylor Trammell from the 10-day IL, and released Luis Baez.

Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 26

Astros outfielder returns from IL after Houston’s no-hitter vs. Rangers

The Houston Astros are set to take on the Texas Rangers for the second contest of a four-game series, a day after a miraculous group no-hitter from Tatsuya Imai, Steven Okert, and Alimber Santa.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / May 26

Astros Recall OF Taylor Trammell, Option OF Zach Cole

The Astros optioned OF Zach Cole to Triple A Sugar Land following last night’s game. Taking his place on the active roster, the Astros reinstated OF Taylor Trammell from the 10-day IL today.

Joe Espada News / Houston Astros on SI / May 26

Astros Manager Joe Espada Didn't Mince Words Following No-Hitter Against Rangers

When spring training started for the Houston Astros in February, there were questions surrounding the catching position. In early March, right before the World Baseball Classic, general manager Dana Brown signed one of the top remaining free agents behind the plate, Christian Vazquez, to a minor league deal.

Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 26

Ken Rosenthal declares Astros no-hitter ‘1 of most improbable in history’

With the Houston Astros dealing with injuries left and right, the team accomplished a magnificent effort during Monday night’s 9-0 win over the Texas Rangers.

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Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?

The only two things rarer in modern-day baseball than the four-homer game is the Triple Crown and the unassisted triple play. The former is, of course, done over an entire season, while there's a large level of lucky in the unassisted triple play.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / May 26

Astros Legends Series: Sean Bergman

Our 19th entry features pitcher Sean Bergman, who in 1998 would pitch 172 innings for the Astros, while allowing only 42 walks en route to a dozen wins. Q: How much did you know about the Astros prior to being dealt for outfielder James Mouton?

Spencer Arrighetti News / Just Baseball / May 26

Spencer Arrighetti’s Continued Success Would Go a Long Way for the Astros

The Houston Astros have finished first or second in the AL West each year since 2016. A team that has built a sustainable winner from the ground up and won two World Series is not all too familiar with its current spot near the bottom with the Angels.

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The 'Active playoff double-doubles' quiz

The '3 3-pointer, 3-block Playoff games' quiz

The 'Most 30-point playoff games by team' quiz

The 'NASCAR Coca-Cola 600 winners' quiz

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / May 26

Astros Suddenly Showing Signs of Becoming Dangerous Again

In the very recent past, the Houston Astros were a punchline that no one took seriously. The never-ending injured list just kept growing and has been a problem since 2025.

MLB News / Field Level Media / May 26

After combined no-hitter vs. Rangers, Astros strive for fifth straight win

One day after recording the 18th no-hitter in franchise history, the Houston Astros will look to carry the momentum into Tuesday night's game against the Texas Rangers in Arlington, Texas.

Daniel Johnson News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 25

Astros Release Daniel Johnson

The Astros have released Daniel Johnson, according to his transaction log on MLB.com. The outfielder played in eight games for Houston and another 12 for Triple-A Sugar Land this season.

MLB News / Field Level Media / May 25

Three Astros combine to top Rangers for majors' first no-hitter since '24

Tatsuya Imai and two Houston Astros relievers combined for the major leagues' first no-hitter since 2024, stopping the Texas Rangers 9-0 on Monday in Arlington, Texas.

Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / May 25

Trio of Astros pitchers combine to make history in win over Rangers

In making the 2026 Memorial Day holiday a memorable one, the Houston Astros put together an historic performance in a win over their in-state rival, the Texas Rangers, on Monday night.

Rangers offense reaches rock bottom in no-hit loss to Astros

Jacob Misiorowski dominates again as Brewers continue hot stretch

Guardians' Tanner Bibee ties record for home runs given up in a game

White Sox back above .500 as Rikuu Nishida shines in MLB debut

Dodgers' Roki Sasaki has turned a corner over his last four starts

Red Sox's Garrett Crochet progressing well after injury

Houston Astros News / Fastball on SI / May 25

Astros Slugger Suddenly Looks Like MLB Trade Deadline Gold

We still have a few months before the 2026 Major League Baseball trade deadline is going to be here. The 2026 Major League Baseball trade deadline is scheduled for Aug.

Tatsuya Imai News / Yardbarker / May 25

Rangers offense reaches rock bottom in no-hit loss to Astros

On Monday, three Houston Astros pitchers combined for a no-hitter against the Texas Rangers, whose offense reached rock bottom in the 9-0 home loss. And while the Rangers can't get much lower, there isn't much hope for an improvement anytime soon.

Trio of Astros pitchers combine to make history in win over Rangers

Reid Detmers posts an Angels' all-time high strikeout total vs. Rangers

Failed trade haunting Mets as team is hitting rock bottom

The 'MLB players hit by the most pitches in 2019' quiz

Houston Astros News / Larry Brown Sports / May 25

Astros rookies complete a side quest while still dressed for game day

Houston Astros rookies might have seen this one brewing. During Houston’s recent trip to the Windy City for a series against the Chicago Cubs, the Astros gave their rookies an assignment that was completely unrelated to baseball, and it was getting the team its coffee fix.

Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / May 24

Nick Allen, Christian Walker help Astros hand Cubs 8th straight loss

Nick Allen homered, singled twice, drove in two runs and scored twice to help the visiting Houston Astros complete a three-game sweep of the reeling Chicago Cubs with an 8-5 victory on Sunday afternoon.

Kai-Wei Teng News / Yardbarker / May 23

Astros' Kai-Wei Teng becoming bright spot after shutout performance vs. Cubs

The Houston Astros have been in desperate need of pitching help, and they're getting it from an unlikely source.

Cubs recalling one of top outfield prospects in Kevin Alcantara

Cubs promoting No. 2 prospect Pedro Ramirez prior to Astros series

Blue Jays' Patrick Corbin has best performance of season vs. Pirates

Louis Varland is the ace of Blue Jays' bullpen

The 'MLB postseason save leaders' quiz

Jose Altuve News / Athlon Sports / May 23

Astros’ Jose Altuve Provides Injury Update Before Cubs Game

Jose Altuve says the oblique strain he suffered last week isn't as severe as the one that sidelined him for part of 2023. He will head to the team’s facility in West Palm Beach tomorrow to continue his rehabilitation from the injury, according to Brian McTaggart of MLB.com.