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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.

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Astros Toss Combined No-Hitter against Rangers

ARLINGTON, Texas (May 25) — The Texas Rangers received a rude welcome home from their recent nine-game road trip with a 9–0 loss to the Houston Astros Monday night.

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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?

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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.

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

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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 / 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

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

The 'NASCAR Coca-Cola 600 winners' quiz

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The '35-5-5 Conference Finals games' quiz

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / May 25

Astros Set Hunter Brown's Next Injury Rehab Start Window

It’s one step at a time for Houston Astros starting pitcher Hunter Brown. That next step is coming soon. After he made his first injury rehab start on Sunday at Double-A Corpus Christi — with three other injured Astros players in tow — he’ll make his next one for Triple-A Sugar Land this weekend, per manager Joe Espada as reported by MLB.com.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / May 25

Houston Astros Are Quietly Becoming a Serious Threat Again

When looking at the record, it's not looking good for the Houston Astros, who enter Monday, taking on their AL West rival, the Texas Rangers, with a 23-31 record.

Dana Brown News / Crawfish Boxes / May 25

Astros Fans: How Much Should You Trust Dana Brown Between Now and the End of the Season?

As frustrating and inconsistent as this season has been for Astros fans, one question is becoming impossible to ignore: how much trust should this fan base have in general manager Dana Brown between now and the end of the season?

Hunter Brown News / Houston Astros on SI / May 25

Hunter Brown’s Road Back to Astros Takes Important Turn in Corpus Christi

The Houston Astros were dealt a massive blow earlier this season when it was revealed that ace Hunter Brown would be heading to the injured list due to a grade 2 right shoulder strain.

Christian Walker News / Crawfish Boxes / May 25

In the lab: Is Christian Walker for real?

One of the things I am always sensitive to is the ratio between positive and negative news. The analysis itself is neutral, but what we choose to analyze is never neutral.

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 / Houston Astros on SI / May 25

Astros’ Jeremy Peña Sees Momentum Building for Houston

The Houston Astros are riding high right now, heading to Texas to take on their AL West division rival Rangers after sweeping the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field over the weekend.

Christian Walker News / Sport Relay / May 25

Walker Powers Late Surge as Astros Defeat Cubs

The Houston Astros defeated the Chicago Cubs, 8–5 , on Sunday afternoon at Wrigley Field, using a six‑run fifth inning to erase an early deficit. Christian Walker delivered the decisive swing with a three‑run home run into left‑center field, and Astros pitching held the lead the rest of the way.

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.

Jose Altuve News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 24

Astros’ Jose Altuve injury update puts him on path to return soon

The Houston Astros have struggled mightily this season, putting themselves in a big hole if they want to get back to the playoffs. Injuries have played a part in that demise, especially to some of their top pitchers as well as Jose Altuve.

MLB 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

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Christian Walker News / Field Level Media / May 23

Christian Walker homers twice as Astros top Cubs

Christian Walker homered twice and Kai-Wei Teng threw six shutout innings to lead the visiting Houston Astros to a 3-0 win against the Chicago Cubs on Saturday afternoon in the second game of their three-game series.

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.

Yordan Alvarez News / Athlon Sports / May 23

Astros Announce Yordan Alvarez News After Leaving Cubs Game

The Houston Astros have not had the season they expected. They entered Saturday with a 21-31 record, sitting 10 games under the .500 mark. Even with the team’s issues, Yordan Alvarez has been their brightest spot.

Houston Astros News / Athlon Sports / May 23

Astros’ Joe Espada Shares Hunter Brown Injury Update on Friday

Astros manager Joe Espada has revealed that Hunter Brown responded well after his live batting practice session and his return to the rotation is close, according to Matt Kawahara of The Houston Chronicle.

Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 22

Astros’ Joe Espada shares pivotal Josh Hader, Hunter Brown injury updates

The Houston Astros have dealt with several injuries this season, and there’s no doubt that it has affected them throughout the year so far. Josh Hader and Hunter Brown are two of the players who are trying to get back from their injuries, and the good news is that they’re trending upward.

Alimber Santa News / New Baseball Media / May 22

What to Expect from Astros Pitcher Alimber Santa

The Houston Astros are reportedly planning on calling up right-hander Alimber Santa, one of the better relief pitcher prospects in the upper Minors. Santa, who excelled in the Pacific Coast League, will look to provide relief for an Astros bullpen that has not met expectations in 2026.

Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 21

How Should The Astros Handle Their Infield This Summer?

In the offseason, there was a lot of talk about the Astros having a crowded infield. On paper, they had Christian Walker at first base, Jose Altuve at second, Jeremy Peña at short and Carlos Correa at third.

Alimber Santa News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 20

Astros To Select Alimber Santa

The Astros are selecting reliever Alimber Santa onto the MLB roster, reports Héctor Gómez. Houston opened a spot on the 40-man roster by designating righty Cody Bolton for assignment on Monday.