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MLB News / Crawfish Boxes / September 3
Astros vs. White Sox Game Discussion: 9/3/2026 
TODAY’S GAME: The first-place Houston Astros (71-69), who hold a slim 2.0-game lead in the AL West, will host the Chicago White Sox (73-66) for the finale of their four-game series today at Daikin Park.
Josh Hader News / Crawfish Boxes / September 3
Astros Closer Josh Hader Named AL Reliever of the Month for August
Major League Baseball announced today that Astros LHP Josh Hader has been named the American League Reliever of the Month for August. It is Hader’s ninth career Reliever of the Month Award and his third with the Astros, also winning in August 2024 and June 2025.
Hayden Wesneski News / Houston Astros on SI / September 3
Hayden Wesneski Continues to Establish Himself as Key Astros Rotation Piece
The Houston Astros found a way to take down the Chicago White Sox in the late innings on Wednesday, thanks to an eighth-inning two-run RBI single from Nelson Velazquez.
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?
A.J. Blubaugh News / Field Level Media / September 3
Boosted by emergence of AJ Blubaugh, Astros seek series win vs. White Sox
The emergence of right-hander AJ Blubaugh as a high-leverage reliever has changed the complexion of the Houston Astros' bullpen and could impact their potential, should they make the playoffs.
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.
Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / September 2
Nelson Velazquez breaks late scoreless tie, leads Astros past White Sox
Nelson Velazquez produced a tiebreaking, two-run single with two outs in the eighth inning to lift the Houston Astros to a 2-0 victory over the visiting Chicago White Sox on Wednesday.
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / September 2
Velazquez Delivers, Wesneski Brilliant as Astros Blank White Sox 2-0
At this rate, Nelson Velazquez might just become “Mr. September”. For the second time this week, he’d come through in a major way. Astros 2 White Sox 0. Wednesday Night was a scoreless affair until the 8th inning.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / September 2
The Astros Remaining Schedule Sheds Insight On Stretch Run
With 23 games remaining for the Houston Astros, the team has the hardest remaining schedule among the AL West contenders, marginally more difficult than the Texas Rangers and substantially harder than the Seattle Mariners.
Carlos Correa News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 2
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
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.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / September 2
Astros Make Several Lineup Changes With AL West Lead Down to One Game
The Houston Astros haven’t built up a large cushion in the American League West. They can’t continue to have offensive performances like the one they put forth on Tuesday evening.
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.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / September 2
These Two Astros Stars Are Dominating Despite Team’s Average Record
The Houston Astros lost again Tuesday night against the Chicago White Sox at Daikin Park, giving them a 70-69 record going into game three of the series on Wednesday.
Hayden Wesneski News / Houston Astros on SI / September 2
Hayden Wesneski Looks Like Himself Again, and the Astros Need It to Be Real
Hayden Wesneski is back. His last two starts have been dominant, especially the five innings he pitched while limiting the New York Yankees to three hits and one run to win the series in New York.
Jose Altuve News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 2
White Sox announcer’s awkward slip has Astros fans asking ‘Jose Altuve is what?’
The Houston Astros and Chicago White Sox already had plenty happening on the field, but one awkward broadcast moment quickly stole the spotlight. During the latest American League matchup, Chicago announcer John Schriffen appeared to say something that sounded like “Altuve is r******” while discussing the nine-time All-Star.
Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / August 31
Nelson Velazquez, Cam Smith power Astros to win over White Sox
Nelson Velazquez slugged a mammoth two-run homer, Cam Smith recorded two extra-base hits and two RBIs, and the Houston Astros defeated the visiting Chicago White Sox 6-3 in the opener of a four-game series between first-place clubs on Monday.
Dana Brown News / EssentiallySports / August 31
'It’s Not About Winning the Division': Astros’ ‘World Series’ Pressure Loomed Large Over Dana Brown Before He Parted Ways
Mutual parting or not, Dana Brown’s tenure with the Houston Astros came to an end last week. The Astros announced the decision after the team won just three games during a nine-game homestand against sub-.500 teams such as the Athletics, Mariners, and Angels.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 29
Mets activate star Juan Soto off IL ahead of Astros game
He will bat second against the Astros and be the designated hitter.
Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 27
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
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.
Jose Altuve News / Larry Brown Sports / August 27
Jose Altuve makes Yankees fans pay after profane gesture
Jose Altuve was not going to be denied a big play despite hearing loud and profane chants from New York Yankees fans during an at-bat in Wednesday’s game at Yankee Stadium in the Bronx, N.Y.
Carlos Correa News / Yardbarker / August 26
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.
Joe Espada News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 25
Joe Espada to remain Astros manager for rest of season
The Astros parted with general manager Dana Brown yesterday, leading to speculation about manager Joe Espada’s job security. His gig appears safe. Owner Jim Crane met with reporters before Tuesday’s matchup against the Yankees and said Espada will remain in his role for the rest of the 2026 campaign (h/t Chandler Rome of The Athletic).
Houston Astros News / Just Baseball / August 25
Astros Jumpstart Inevitable Change By Firing Dana Brown
At 9:30 a.m. EST Monday morning, the Houston Astros announced, through a press release that most saw on social media, that they had “mutually parted ways” with General Manager Dana Brown.
Joe Espada News / EssentiallySports / August 25
Joe Espada Reportedly Told His Astros Future Is Over After Season in Stunning Managerial Shake-Up
Apparently, Houston couldn’t even wait for the season to end before starting the cleanup. Dana Brown is already gone, and Joe Espada’s future is suddenly hanging by a thread.
Joe Espada News / Larry Brown Sports / August 24
Astros leave manager Joe Espada hanging after firing their GM
Houston Astros manager Joe Espada is suddenly the lamest of lame ducks after the organization abruptly fired general manager Dana Brown on Monday. The Astros fired Brown after a losing homestand, but have not done the same with Espada.
Dana Brown News / Yardbarker / August 24
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.
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