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Astros' pitching trending up as series with D-backs continues

Astros' pitching trending up as series with D-backs continues

Two nights after Hayden Wesneski continued what has been a remarkably smooth return from Tommy John surgery, Cristian Javier matched his season high in strikeouts and gave the Houston Astros more confidence that their rotation is rounding into form.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / September 5
Astros Have Proven They Can Beat Best, But Must Survive Their Schedule

Astros Have Proven They Can Beat Best, But Must Survive Their Schedule

It is always going to be difficult to make a run toward the postseason when 16 of your final 21 games have to be played against teams with a .500 record or better.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / September 5

Four Big Astros Questions with Fox 26 Houston’s Nate Griffin

The lights are always a little brighter when the Astros play nationally on Fox. Today we’re treated to an exclusive conversation at The Crawfish Boxes with Fox 26 Houston’s long time sports personality, Nate Griffin.    Q: Nate, does something just feel “right” about the Astros playing a meaningful game in September on Fox?

Josh Hader News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 5
Astros’ Josh Hader gets 100% real on elite performance since injury return

Astros’ Josh Hader gets 100% real on elite performance since injury return

Josh Hader has been nothing short of automatic for the Houston Astros since returning from a biceps injury that cost him the first two months of the season, and he broke down how he got there in a sit-down interview with MLB Network.

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The 'Multiple 3-HR games in a season' quiz

The 'Multiple 3-HR games in a season' quiz

How many of the MLB players to hit three home runs in a single game multiple times in the same season can you name in five minutes?

The 'MLB 30/30 Club members' quiz
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The '2025 MLB home run leaders' quiz
Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / September 4
Yainer Diaz's homer helps rising Astros down Diamondbacks

Yainer Diaz's homer helps rising Astros down Diamondbacks

Yainer Diaz homered, Cristian Javier matched his season high in strikeouts, and the Houston Astros claimed the opener of their three-game interleague series against the visiting Arizona Diamondbacks with a 3-1 victory on Friday.

MLB News / Yardbarker
Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century

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 / Crawfish Boxes / September 4

Astros vs. Diamondbacks Game Discussion: 9/4/2026

TONIGHT’S GAME: The first-place Houston Astros (72-69), who hold a slim 2.0-game lead in the AL West over the Texas Rangers, will welcome in the Arizona Diamondbacks (74-67) tonight for the first of a three-game weekend series at Daikin Park.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / September 4
Astros Receive Huge Injury Blow to Bullpen During Postseason Push

Astros Receive Huge Injury Blow to Bullpen During Postseason Push

While the depth of the Houston Astros starting rotation has been filled with uncertainty throughout the season, the bullpen greatly improved their performance from the start of the season.

Steven Okert News / Field Level Media / September 4
Astros place key LHP Steven Okert (hamstring) on IL

Astros place key LHP Steven Okert (hamstring) on IL

The Houston Astros' bullpen took a hit Friday when standout left-hander Steven Okert was placed on the 15-day injured list with a right hamstring strain.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / September 4
One Troubling Trend Could Become a Major Problem for Astros in October

One Troubling Trend Could Become a Major Problem for Astros in October

The Houston Astros home run numbers have hit a bit of a dip in recent months. The team is still among the top teams (currently fifth in the majors) in home runs, but their numbers have considerably cooled off since the end of July.

Athletics News / Yardbarker
The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series

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.

Steven Okert News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 4
Astros Place Steven Okert On Injured List

Astros Place Steven Okert On Injured List

The Astros announced that left-hander Steven Okert has been placed on the 15-day injured list, retroactive to September 1, due to a right hamstring strain.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / September 4

Astros Announce 2027 Spring Training Schedule

The Houston Astros are scheduled to play the first game of the 2027 Spring Training season on Friday, Feb. 19 when they host the Washington Nationals at CACTI Park of the Palm Beaches.

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 The 'Most points in a game by NBA team' quiz
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 The 'Multiple 3-HR games in a season' quiz
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 The 'Season sack leaders by team' quiz
MLB News / Houston Astros on SI / September 4
Astros Starting Pitchers Tasked With Taking Down Diamondbacks

Astros Starting Pitchers Tasked With Taking Down Diamondbacks

The Houston Astros took three out of four games against the Chicago White Sox to kick off their homestand, while also creating some breathing room in the AL West standings.

MLB News / Field Level Media / September 4
Fighting for postseason, Astros clash with Diamondbacks

Fighting for postseason, Astros clash with Diamondbacks

The Houston Astros find themselves contending for a first-round bye in the playoffs despite being just three games over .500. Winners of six of their last eight games, the Astros (72-69) will aim to continue their ascent on Friday when they open a three-game series against the visiting Arizona Diamondbacks (74-67).

MLB News / Houston Astros on SI / September 4
Astros-Diamondbacks Series: Preview, Probable Pitchers, Injured List

Astros-Diamondbacks Series: Preview, Probable Pitchers, Injured List

The Houston Astros hope to keep the momentum rolling as they host the Arizona Diamondbacks in a three-game series that starts on Friday at Daikin Park.

MLB News / Field Level Media / September 3
Astros pitching holds down White Sox in series-clinching win

Astros pitching holds down White Sox in series-clinching win

Daulton Varsho ripped a two-run triple and scored as part of a four-run third inning, fueling the host Houston Astros to a 6-2 victory over the Chicago White Sox on Thursday afternoon.

Daulton Varsho News / Just Baseball / September 3
Daulton Varsho’s Free-Agent Payday is Taking a Major Hit

Daulton Varsho’s Free-Agent Payday is Taking a Major Hit

Amidst the chatter of Freddy Peralta tanking a potential nine-figure free-agency check, Daulton Varsho‘s similar walk-season struggles have remained relatively quiet.

Carlos Correa News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 2
Astros’ playoff push could get huge Carlos Correa boost soon

Astros’ playoff push could get huge Carlos Correa boost soon

The Houston Astros could get a late boost in the AL West race after Carlos Correa was cleared for the next stage of his rehab, less than four months after left ankle surgery.

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 2
Three impending free agents who need a strong finish to 2026

Three impending free agents who need a strong finish to 2026

The projected free agent landscape has changed since the start of the 2026 season. But some players can still reap the benefits of free agency.

Freddy Peralta finding his rhythm with Rays following troubling stretch
Rays' Freddy Peralta addresses theory about struggles with Mets
Yankees' Aaron Boone sheds light on possible Aaron Judge return date
The 'MLB active stolen base leaders' quiz
Houston Astros News / Athlon Sports / September 1
Astros’ Carlos Correa Makes Announcement After 102 Missed Games

Astros’ Carlos Correa Makes Announcement After 102 Missed Games

The Houston Astros are closing in on getting a key piece of their infield, Carlos Correa, back just in time as the race to the postseason is heating up with just weeks left in the regular season.

Houston Astros News / Viral Sports News / September 1
Former Astros First-Round Pick Gets Dumped by MLB Team

Former Astros First-Round Pick Gets Dumped by MLB Team

Eleven years after the Houston Astros spent a first-round pick and a $4 million bonus on him, Daz Cameron is again looking for work. The Toronto Blue Jays designated the 29-year-old outfielder for assignment Tuesday as they expanded their roster and needed a 40-man spot to reinstate left-hander Joe Mantiply from the 60-day injured list.

Juan Soto News / Yardbarker / August 29
Mets activate star Juan Soto off IL ahead of Astros game

Mets activate star Juan Soto off IL ahead of Astros game

He will bat second against the Astros and be the designated hitter.

Astros to toss patchwork of pitchers against Mets
Hunter Brown fans 10 as Astros beat Mets
Andy Green makes feelings about future with Mets clear amid manager rumors
The 'Last batting title by MLB team' quiz
Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 27
Astros Hire Brent Strom As Pitching Consultant

Astros Hire Brent Strom As Pitching Consultant

Brent Strom is back in Houston. Astros skipper Joe Espada announced this afternoon that the veteran coach with return to the team as a pitching consultant for the rest of this season (links via Chandler Rome of The Athletic and Brian McTaggart of MLB.com).

Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / August 27
Astros reunite with pitching guru Brent Strom for regular-season stretch run

Astros reunite with pitching guru Brent Strom for regular-season stretch run

With the race for the American League West crown hanging in the balance, the Houston Astros fortified their pitching staff with a major addition on Thursday.

Astros could get playoff boost with Carlos Correa's return
Joe Espada to remain Astros manager for rest of season
Jose Altuve makes Yankees fans pay after profane gesture
Four-run seventh helps Yankees pull away from Astros
The 'MLB Playoff games with 10 K's, 0 BBs or runs' quiz
Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / August 26
Astros could get playoff boost with Carlos Correa's return

Astros could get playoff boost with Carlos Correa's return

A key part of the Houston Astros lineup could return in time for their final playoff push. 

Yankees reliever Fernando Cruz's injury raises an important question
Injury woes creep up again for Blue Jays as Shane Bieber lands on 15-day IL
Colt Emerson's injury could explain struggles with Mariners
New potential timeline for Aaron Judge return to Yankees revealed
The 'Active multiple .300 seasons' quiz
Dana Brown News / Yardbarker / August 24
Astros part ways with general manager Dana Brown

Astros part ways with general manager Dana Brown

Brown had been the Astros GM since 2023 and his contract was on track to expire at the end of the 2026 season, with no talks of an extension.

Astros leave manager Joe Espada hanging after firing their GM
Chad Tracy’s future with the Red Sox gets an update
MLB commissioner Rob Manfred shares update about potential lockout
Manfred makes Little League Classic announcement for 2027
Chris Sale refuses to partake in one Little League Classic tradition

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