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Three Astros Prospects Named to 2025 AFL Fall Stars Game Roster

The 2025 Arizona Fall League season has seen many notable prospects succeed and post encouraging production. A trio of these prospects in particular reside

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Three Takeaways From the Houston Astros’ 2025 Season

The Houston Astros’ 2025 season ended in a way that could only be described as underwhelming. After a long drought of playoff success, the organization went on an impressive run of eight straight seasons with playoff berths, including seven division crowns and two World Series titles.

Victor Rodriguez News / Houston Astros on SI / November 6

Astros Set to Officially Hire Padres Veteran Hitting Coach Victor Rodriguez

The Houston Astros are making a major addition to their coaching staff official after days of rumors surrounding the possibility. According to a report from Brian McTaggart of MLB.com, the Astros have a done deal with soon-to-be former San Diego Padres hitting coach Victor Rodriguez to come over to Houston in the same role.

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The 'World Series MVPs' quiz

MLB has awarded the World Series MVP since 1955. How many of these players can you name in six minutes?

The 'Last playoff complete game by MLB team' quiz

The 'World Series walk-off home runs' quiz

The 'Recent MLB World Series managers' quiz

Framber Valdez News / Sporting News / November 6

Astros free agent Framber Valdez receives $168 million contract prediction

Framber Valdez is one of the top starters in MLB free agency.

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25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series

Among the countless Hall of Famers who never experienced the joy of winning a World Series, there are several notable legends who stand out. Here's our list of the 25 greatest.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / November 6

Astros Spring Training Schedule Includes Exhibition with WBC Team

A busy offseason is underway for the Houston Astros with some big decisions looming. The biggest question is what happens with left-handed pitcher Framber Valdez in free agency.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / November 5

Astros Slugger Viewed as One of Top 40 Trade Candidates This Offseason

The Houston Astros began the process of reducing their roster logjam. As expected by some, starting pitcher Luis Garcia was placed on outright waivers following him undergoing his second Tommy John surgery after making just two starts this year.

Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 5

Astros to hire Victor Rodriguez as hitting coach

The Astros are finalizing a deal to hire Victor Rodriguez as their new hitting coach, reports Kevin Acee of the San Diego Union-Tribune. He has been serving as the hitting coach in San Diego for the past two seasons.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / November 5

Astros Getting Closer to Poaching Key Member of Padres Coaching Staff

When the Houston Astros began dismissing multiple coaches, front office executives and others around the organization, it became clear that a new regime was going to be installed.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / November 5

These Are Two Most Important Targets for Astros in Free Agency

The Houston Astros are entering a critical time for their franchise after missed the playoffs for the first time since 2016. Injuries derailed the 2025 campaign, and the Astros were never able to overcome it.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / November 5

Astros Interviewing Experienced Mentors for Opening Hitting Coach Job

The 2025 season was the most disappointing in about a decade for the Houston Astros. They missed out on the playoffs and they are set to lose ace Framber Valdez to free agency this offseason.

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 4

Astros place World Series champion on waivers

The Houston Astros made headlines across Major League Baseball on Monday after placing World Series champion Chas McCormick on outright waivers. The move, which also included Luis Garcia, Pedro León, Kenedy Corona, and John Rooney, signals a defining shift in Houston’s roster direction as the franchise moves deeper into its post-dynasty era.

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The 'Rookie TD pass leaders by team' quiz

The '2025 backup NFL quarterbacks' quiz

The 'World Series MVPs' quiz

The 'NFL Passing YPG leaders' quiz

Houston Astros News / Sporting News / November 4

World Series hero Chas McCormick among five players waived by the Astros

Astros' outfielder was placed on outright waivers alongside John Rooney, Kenedy Corona, Luis Garcia, and Pedro Leon.

MLB News / Houston Astros on SI / November 4

Astros Agree to Deal with Versatile Former Rockies Pitcher to Bolster Depth

The Houston Astros have made their first real move of the offseason and acquired a pitcher who could add to their depth on the staff. As first reported by Aram Leighton of Just Baseball, Houston has agreed to a minor league deal with former Colorado Rockies right-hander Peter Lambert.

Hunter Brown News / Sporting News / November 4

Why Hunter Brown's AL Cy Young finalist nod is great news for Astros

Hunter Brown's incredible 2025 season is helping the Astros even after the season is over.

Hunter Brown News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 3

Astros receive PPI pick for Hunter Brown’s Cy Young finish

The Baseball Writers Association of America is announcing the finalists for the 2025 awards on Monday.

The 25 most unlikely World Series heroes

The 'MLB All-Star Game starting pitchers' quiz

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / November 3

Astros Pending Free Agent Predicted to Land Massive Free Agent Contract

Now that the World Series is over, it's time for baseball's offseason to begin. Players have begun officially opting out of contracts, and teams are putting together their target boards for free agency and potential trade targets this offseason.

Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 3

The pitcher you’ve never heard of who can boost Astros moving forward

The Houston Astros are masters of adapting to their environment, and after missing the playoffs for the first time since 2016, they may be forced to make big changes this offseason.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / November 3

How the Astros Went From MLB's Villains to Veterans Fighting for Respect

The year was 2017 and the Astros were at the top of their game. They were the World Series Champions and everything was going their way. Until they became the MLB's most hated team.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / November 2

Mauricio Dubón Claims Gold Glove as Astros’ Other Finalist Comes Up Short

The Houston Astros are coming off of a disappointing end to a relatively good season. The team finished at 87-75 which was good for second place in the AL West, but short of making the playoffs.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / November 2

Key Astros Front Office Member Gets Hired Away by Cardinals

If it wasn't already clear that a new era of Houston Astros baseball was upon everyone, what has transpired this offseason should be a clear signal that the new era is here.

Framber Valdez News / Just Baseball / November 2

Top Landing Spots for Free Agent Framber Valdez

After eight memorable seasons in Houston, Framber Valdez is set to hit the open market. The soon-to-be 32-year-old lefty made 166 starts for the Astros, pitching to the tune of a 3.36 ERA and 3.51 FIP while finishing top 10 in Cy Young voting three times.

Houston Astros News / New Baseball Media / October 30

2025 MLB Season Recap: Houston Astros

Yet again, the Astros shook up their core over the winter. Kyle Tucker was shipped out, while the front office brought in Isaac Paredes and youngsters to fill in gaps.

Houston Astros News / Viral Sports News / October 26

Houston Astros Linked Once Again to Star Slugger Before Free Agency

The Houston Astros wasted no time kicking off their offseason, inking former first-round pick Nate Pearson to bolster the bullpen. Yet the bigger buzz surrounds a potential splash at the plate.

Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / October 25

Three questions facing the Houston Astros this offseason

With the Astros having plenty of holes on the roster, there is plenty of work to be done this offseason.

Three questions facing the New York Mets this offseason

Three questions facing the Kansas City Royals this offseason

Three questions facing the San Francisco Giants this offseason

The 25 most unlikely World Series heroes

The '2017 Houston Astros World Series roster' quiz

Houston Astros News / Last Word On Sports / October 22

How the Astros Defense Still Shined in 2025

Although the Houston Astros’ 2025 season did not go as planned, missing the postseason for the first time since 2016, their defense remained elite all year.