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On YouTubeHouston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 26
Astros’ Joe Espada’s Josh Hader update will test fans’ patience
With Spring Training in full form, the Houston Astros will look to bounce back from a season where they missed the playoffs. Astros manager Joe Espada gave an injury update on Josh Hader, according to Astros’ beat writer Matt Kawahara.
Tatsuya Imai News / Athlon Sports / February 26
Tatsuya Imai Early Spring Training 2026: What It Means for Fantasy Baseball Drafts
The Astros made a free-agent splash right at the turn of the year when they signed Japanese pitcher Tatsuya Imai to a three-year contract worth $54 million.
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / February 26
In the lab: Astros third base offense 
We continue our trip throughout the diamond with a stop at the hot corner. Officially, the Astros are likely to have three players on the final 26 man roster that can play third base.
The 'A.L. wins leaders since 2000' quiz
How many of the starting pitchers to lead the American League in wins since the 2000 season can you name in five minutes?
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / February 26
Patience At Plate is Primary Goal as Astros Seek to Control Game
Throughout the first few Grapefruit league games during spring training, the Houston Astros prioritize one major thing that has been a forgotten tactic to win ballgames ahead of the regular season: Being patient at the plate.
25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season
The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / February 25
Astros May Have a Lineup Problem Heading Into 2026
The Houston Astros are facing a retooling phase as they aim to return to the postseason. Injuries and inconsistent offense plagued their 2025 season, but at full strength, the Astros can certainly push back into contention.
Hunter Brown News / Houston Astros on SI / February 25
Inside Astros Ace Hunter Brown’s Thoughtful Response to the ABS System
The Automated Ball-Strike Challenge System, or ABS System, is officially coming to Major League Baseball. Having been an experiment in the minors for the last few seasons, the system is making a jump to the big leagues, which is bound to have mixed reactions between players and fans.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / February 25
Astros Will Be Using Key Starters for Upcoming Spring Training Games
The Houston Astros still have a questionable starting rotation, but much of that doubt stems from their 2025 season. However, it's not like the Astros aren't equipped with reliable arms; they're simply going to take a significant amount of proving.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / February 25
Astros Infielder Cracks Top 10 in Latest MLB Shortstop Rankings
The Houston Astros aren't entirely squared away right now, but it's only the beginning of spring training. This is the time for ball clubs to address any remaining gaps and issues around the field.
Houston Astros News / Last Word On Sports / February 24
Astros Reacquired Fan Favorite Outfielder Who Could Play Key Role
Even as the MLB season rapidly approaches in about a month, the left field situation for the Houston Astros remains unsettled. While it might be late to make any more trade moves, the Astros said they are not done yet.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / February 24
Astros New Starter Unsurprisingly Ranked Atop Houston’s Offseason Moves
The Houston Astros struggled with their starting rotation last year, but much of that was attributed to the persistent injuries they couldn't seem to escape.
25 MLB players who have the most to prove in 2026
The new MLB season brings opportunities as players head into their walk years and try to rebound from subpar performances. These 25 players stand out heading into 2026.
Josh Hader News / Crawfish Boxes / February 24
Astros’ Hader Likely to Miss Opening Day
Hader is still throwing off flat ground as he recovers from a sprained shoulder capsule and biceps tendinitis. This is not worst case scenario, but the back of the Astros bullpen just took another step closer to it.
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / February 24
Catch Me If You Can, Astros Edition
Houston Astros fans have spent the first stretch of spring training circling the obvious needs. A left-handed bat in the outfield. Another dependable arm for the rotation.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / February 24
Way Too Early 2026 AL West Predictions: Where Do the Astros Currently Land
The Houston Astros is not an organization that is accustomed to not winning their division (American League West), let alone missing the playoffs entirely.
Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 24
The Astros’ player with most to prove in spring training
The Houston Astros made it to at least the ALCS in seven straight seasons from 2017 to 2023, establishing themselves as a fringe dynasty in the process.
Zach Cole News / Crawfish Boxes / February 24
Astros Spring Prospect Profiles: Zach Cole
Over the next couple of weeks, I’ll be rolling out a series of prospect previews for Spring Training. This week we look at one possibly one of the highest potential players in the system: Zach Cole Zach Cole was selected by the Astros in the 10th round of the 2022 draft after hitting .361 as a junior at Ball State.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / February 24
How the Houston Astros Are Actually Building Their 2026 Roster
The Houston Astros are hoping to redeem themselves this year after facing persistent struggles during their last campaign, which ultimately forced them out of postseason contention.
Joe Espada News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 24
Astros’ Joe Espada showers ‘red-a**’ Mike Burrows with spring training praise
The Houston Astros are looking to bounce back after a disappointing 2025 season saw them fall out of the playoff picture entirely after the Seattle Mariners surged and took the AL West crown away from their grasp.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / February 23
Spring Training Should Have Astros Considering Christian Vázquez Reunion
The Houston Astros have officially kicked off spring training, but so far, they've been defeated by the Washington Nationals (2-1) and the St. Louis Cardinals (6-5).
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / February 23
Astros’ No. 1 Prospect Emerging as Dark Horse for Opening Day
The Houston Astros were one of the better teams to have not made the playoffs last season, and that's something that serves as motivation for the franchise going into the 2026 campaign.
Jose Altuve News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 21
How will Astros bounce back in 2026? Jose Altuve has the answer
The Houston Astros missed out on the playoffs last season after finishing with an 87-75 record. Although the club was competitive, they just missed out on the postseason.
Houston Astros News / Just Baseball / February 20
What Can the Astros Do With Isaac Paredes?
Having a lot of good players is usually a good thing, but too many good players making too much money can muddle things up. That’s especially true for the Houston Astros, a team that famously has a self-imposed salary cap every year.
Michael Conforto News / Yardbarker / February 18
Former All-Star OF Michael Conforto could bounce back with Astros
The Houston Astros have been looking for a left-handed hitting outfielder throughout the offseason. They may have an interesting target in mind.
Hunter Brown News / Yardbarker / February 11
Astros make big decision concerning Opening Day
Over a month before the first pitch of the 2026 MLB season, the Houston Astros have announced a major decision.
Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / February 8
Houston Astros getting plenty of interest in Isaac Paredes
The Houston Astros have a logjam in their infield. Infielder Isaac Paredes currently does not have a set position in Houston. Infielder Carlos Correa was re-acquired at the 2025 trade deadline after Paredes landed on the Injured List due to a strained right hamstring.
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