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Houston Astros News / Viral Sports News / September 30
Astros Predicted to Make Major Change After Quick Playoff Exit
The Houston Astros’ season ended Wednesday night with a 7-3 loss to the Chicago White Sox in Game 2 of the American League Wild Card Series, completing a sweep and sending the club home after the shortest possible postseason stay.
Houston Astros News / ESPN / September 30
Offseason questions for eliminated teams: What's next for Astros after wild-card sweep 
Here's how the winter looks in Houston after Jose Altuve & Co. were swept out of the playoffs by Chicago.
Jose Altuve News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 30
Astros’ Jose Altuve gets closer to breaking Manny Ramirez’s all-time playoff HR record
The Houston Astros are not going away quietly! After trailing 4-0 in Game 2 of the AL Wild Card Series in Houston, the Astros have stormed back to bring the score within one run.
The 'Most 200-K MLB seasons' quiz
How many of the pitchers in MLB's Live Ball era (since 1920) with five or more 200-strikeout seasons under their belt can you name in five minutes?
Hunter Brown News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 30
Astros’ Hunter Brown pulled in 1st inning after 4 run diaster vs. White Sox
The Chicago White Sox have taken over Houston to begin the American League Wild Card series. After taking Game 1 on Tuesday, the Sox have stormed out of the gate yet again by scoring four runs in the top of the first inning against one of the best right-handed pitchers in the AL, Hunter Brown.
The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season
The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / September 30
Houston Astros Starting Lineup for Game 2 vs. Chicago: What Changed and What Matters
After a disappointing 6-3 loss to the Chicago White Sox in Game 1 of the Wild Card Series, which led a large part of the fan base to leave the ballpark before the agonizing finish, the Houston Astros will try to stay alive and extend the series to a decisive Game 3.
Daulton Varsho News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 30
Daulton Varsho Undergoes Wrist Surgery
The Astros announced Wednesday that outfielder Daulton Varsho underwent arthroscopic surgery on his left wrist. He’d been plagued by a pair of cysts in that wrist, which had become increasingly uncomfortable as the final stretch of the season inched toward its conclusion.
Daulton Varsho News / Field Level Media / September 30
Astros OF Daulton Varsho (wrist) done for season after surgery
Houston Astros outfielder Daulton Varsho underwent arthroscopic surgery on his left wrist Tuesday and is done for the season. He had been dealing with cysts in the wrist most of the season and was placed on the 10-day injured list on Sept.
Joe Espada News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 30
How Astros manager Joe Espada reacted to emerging tension between players, fans
Houston Astros manager Joe Espada moved Wednesday to defuse tension between his players and the home crowd before Game 2 of the American League Wild Card Series against the Chicago White Sox.
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / September 30
Astros Game 2 Playoff History Has Huge Moments & Big Heartbreaks
These are the days where legends are made. It’s one thing to win a random Tuesday night regular season contest during the month of May against the lowly Angels.
The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season
The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / September 30
The Biggest Question the Astros Must Answer Before Game 2
After dominating much of the last decade with seven consecutive appearances in the American League Championship Series, four trips to the World Series and two championships, the recent postseason history of the Houston Astros has been a failure.
Joe Espada News / Houston Astros on SI / September 30
Why Joe Espada's Wrong Decision Hurt the Astros in Game 1
The Houston Astros fell 6-3 to the Chicago White Sox in Game 1 of the American League Wild-Card Series on Tuesday afternoon. The White Sox grabbed the lead in the first inning and never looked back.
Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 30
Christian Walker, Bennett Sousa got super pissed about weak Astros crowd booing during Game 1 loss
The Houston Astros took a 6-3 loss to the Chicago White Sox in the MLB Wild Card Round, and it’s safe to say their backs are against the wall. Though the loss may hurt, what’s worse is that it may have felt like a road game for the Astros, as the fans started to boo them during the game.
Yordan Alvarez News / Athlon Sports / September 30
Yordan Alvarez Explains How He Stayed Healthy During Astros Season
Yordan Alvarez took a different approach to his health during the 2026 season, hiring a personal trainer to travel with him throughout the year. The Houston Astros star had played only 48 games in 2025 because of a fractured right hand and an ankle sprain.
Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / September 29
Astros ask Hunter Brown to square series with White Sox
HOUSTON -- The Astros spent most of the regular season playing from behind, so their late rally to the American League West title should serve as a template for how they must respond after dropping Game 1 of their American League wild-card series with the Chicago White Sox.
MLB News / Yardbarker / September 30
Sean Burke vs. Hunter Brown: How starters match up in White Sox-Astros Game 2
Game 2 between the Chicago White Sox and Houston Astros should unfold significantly differently than Game 1.
MLB News / Yardbarker / September 29
Hagen Smith gave the White Sox exactly what they needed as Game 1 opener
Rookie Hagen Smith pitched three innings, allowing no runs on two hits with one strikeout in a 6-3 Chicago White Sox win at the Houston Astros in the first game of the wild-card series on Tuesday.
MLB News / Yardbarker / September 29
Former MLB pitcher Dan Plesac projects White Sox's Game 1 pitching plans
Game 1 of the White Sox's American League wild-card series at the Houston Astros is on Tuesday.
MLB News / Field Level Media / September 28
Resilient Astros, upstart White Sox matchup of opposites
HOUSTON -- In one corner sits a franchise that has won eight division titles, four American League pennants and two World Series championships over the last decade.
MLB News / Yardbarker / September 28
Astros, White Sox going with bullpen games in Game 1 of wild-card series
The Chicago White Sox and Houston Astros are both expected to use bullpen games in Game 1 of their American League Wild Card Series on Tuesday.
Jason Alexander News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 28
Astros Outright Jason Alexander
Right-hander Jason Alexander cleared waivers after being designated for assignment by the Astros and has been assigned outright to their Triple-A affiliate, per the transaction log at MLB.com.
The 'A.L. Batting Champions' quiz
How many American League batting champions since 1990 can you name in five minutes?
MLB News / Yardbarker / September 28
White Sox vs. Astros: Breaking down the 2026 season series
The two teams met up seven times in the regular season, with Houston winning five of the seven games.
MLB News / Yardbarker / September 26
White Sox turn attention to wild card after Guardians win AL Central
The Chicago White Sox's 9-6 loss to the Colorado Rockies and the 11-5 Cleveland Guardians win over the Kansas City Royals ended the American League Central race.
MLB News / Yardbarker / September 26
Justin Verlander professes love for Tigers, foreshadows HOF plaque decision
Despite needing to leave to win a championship, Justin Verlander's eventual plaque inside the Baseball Hall of Fame will likely show him wearing the Detroit Tigers' logo on his cap.
Daulton Varsho News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 24
Astros place Daulton Varsho on injured list
The Astros announced that they have placed outfielder Daulton Varsho on the 10-day injured list, retroactive to September 23, with left wrist inflammation.
Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / September 23
Why Astros' Yordan Alvarez should win AL MVP
Houston Astros slugger Yordan Alvarez deserves to win the 2026 AL MVP.
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