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On YouTubeYordan Alvarez News / Houston Astros on SI / April 19
Yordan Alvarez’s Magnificent Start Giving Astros AL MVP Vibes
It’s not fair to ask Houston Astros slugger Yordan Alvarez to carry the team. But, right now, that’s what he’s doing. On Saturday night he hit his ninth home run of the season, pushing him into the lead in that category ahead of the New York Yankees’ Aaron Judge.
Joey Loperfido News / Field Level Media / April 19
Astros place OF Joey Loperfido (quad) on injured list
The Houston Astros placed outfielder Joey Loperfido on the injured list with a right quad strain on Sunday and recalled right-hander Jayden Murray from Triple-A Sugar Land.
The 'Active 200-K MLB seasons' quiz
How many of the active MLB pitchers with at least one 200-strikeout season on their resume can you name in six minutes?
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / April 19
Astros Roster Moves: Harris, Murray, Loperfido, Shewmake 4/19/2026 
The Houston Astros claimed OF Dustin Harris off waivers from the Chicago White Sox. He has appeared in six major league games for Chicago this season, hitting .250 (3×12) with a .438 OBP.
25 current MLB players who will end up in the Baseball Hall of Fame
Some things appear clear when it comes to Baseball Hall of Fame voting. The PED guys aren’t going to get in, or at least the hitters, and the rubric for starting pitchers has to be reconstructed on the fly.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / April 19
Absurd Coincidence in Back-to-Back Games Explains Astros’ Pitching Woes
The Houston Astros can’t catch a break. These days it’s about pitching. But at least this time it wasn’t an injury. But it was absurd. Lance McCullers Jr.
MLB News / Field Level Media / April 19
Banged-up Astros try end skid against Cardinals
The injuries continue to add up for the Houston Astros, who lost outfielder Joey Loperfido to right quad tightness on Friday. He was unavailable for the Astros' 7-5 loss to the St.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / April 18
Astros Choose Rival’s Cast-Off Over Pitching Depth in Latest Move
For a team that is in desperate need of all the pitching it can muster, the Houston Astros made a curious move on Saturday. The Astros designated starting pitcher J.P.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / April 18
Astros Woes Continue With Latest Loss Highlighting Key Reliever Struggles
Concern is rapidly growing inside the Houston Astros clubhouse- a team that has arguably one of the best offenses in baseball right now. Despite Yordan Alvarez and this lineup's explosive play at the plate, they are continuing to lose games.
MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 18
Astros designate pitcher for assignment before Cardinals game
On Saturday, the Houston Astros continued reshaping their roster ahead of their matchup vs. the St. Louis Cardinals, designating right-hander J.P. France for assignment in a notable pitching move.
Who are the 25 fastest players in MLB right now?
Speed is more important than ever in MLB with recent rule changes promoting stolen bases. These were the 25 fastest players for the 2026 season, as recorded by the Statcast sprint speed metric.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 18
Astros Claim Dustin Harris, Designate J.P. France For Assignment
The Astros announced that outfielder Dustin Harris was claimed off waivers from the White Sox. To create space for Harris on Houston’s 40-man roster, right-hander J.P.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / April 18
Three Keys for Astros to Win Against Cardinals on Saturday Night
It's almost hard to believe that the Houston Astros started the season 5-2. But since Houston left home to begin a road trip in Sacramento on April 3, things have fallen apart.
Bryan Abreu News / Crawfish Boxes / April 18
Abreu Implodes Again, Astros Crushed by Cardinals 9-4
Bryan Abreu’s struggles continued last night, and the Astros lost their second straight game at home in a 9-4 defeat at the hands of the St. Louis Cardinals at Daikin Park.
Yainer Diaz News / Field Level Media / April 18
With Yainer Diaz struggling, Astros aim to even series vs. Cards
Houston catcher Yainer Diaz was absent from the starting lineup on Friday when the Astros lost 9-4 to the visiting St. Louis Cardinals in the opener of a three-game interleague series.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / April 18
Why Astros Should Consider Giving Christian Vazquez More Starts
The 2026 season hasn't been kind to the Houston Astros, especially for everyday backstop Yainer Diaz. Diaz has been the starting catcher for Houston since 2024.
Josh Hader News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 17
Astros Transfer Josh Hader To 60-Day IL
The Astros announced that they have selected right-hander Peter Lambert, a move that was reported yesterday. To open an active roster spot, they have optioned right-hander Christian Roa to Triple-A Sugar Land.
Tatsuya Imai News / Athlon Sports / April 16
Astros' Tatsuya Imai Shares Injury Update
The Houston Astros are set to play the Colorado Rockies on Thursday night. Injuries have been a problem for Houston throughout the 2026 MLB season. Tatsuya Imai, Jeremy Pena and Josh Hader are among a number of Astros currently dealing with injury concerns.
Josh Hader News / Athlon Sports / April 16
Josh Hader Return Timeline Emerges Before Astros-Rockies Series Finale
The Houston Astros continue to deal with a long list of injuries early in the season, but a notable development involving closer Josh Hader emerged this week.
Houston Astros News / Just Baseball / April 16
The Injury Bug Is Already Spoiling the Astros’ Season
The 2026 MLB season is only a few weeks old, and the Houston Astros already feel like they’re on the ropes. Sure, it may be overly dramatic and a turnaround could be coming.
Houston Astros News / Athlon Sports / April 15
Joe Espada Shares Reason for Jose Altuve's Removal From Astros Lineup
The Houston Astros have bobbled the start of the 2026 season, sitting in last place of the American League West division more than halfway through the first month of the season.
Tatsuya Imai News / Larry Brown Sports / April 17
Astros pitcher blames ‘American lifestyle’ for his arm injury
Houston Astros pitcher Tatsuya Imai is on the injured list after just three starts, and the Japanese right-hander thinks moving to America has something to do with it.
Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / April 14
Astros pitcher Tatsuya Imai's odd explanation for injury might actually make sense
Tatsuya Imai's adjustment to Major League Baseball has not gone as well as hoped thus far.
Carlos Correa News / Larry Brown Sports / April 15
Carlos Correa sends a profane message amid the Astros' concerning situation
The Houston Astros are on a downward spiral, and they can’t seem to find a way to stop the bleeding. They suffered their sixth consecutive defeat on Monday, punctuating a four-game series against the Seattle Mariners at T-Mobile Park in Seattle, Wash., with a 6-2 loss.
Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / April 13
Astros injuries could doom playoff hopes before they started
The Houston Astros injury depleted roster took another hit on Monday.
Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / April 11
Astros' thin rotation could take another hit
The Houston Astros are counting on Tatsuya Imai to be a key part of their rotation. Instead, they may need to prepare for his absence.
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