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On YouTubeHouston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / February 9
Astros Spring Training Preview as Houston Seeks Return to Playoff Prominence
The Houston Astros are in unfamiliar territory going into the 2026 season. After reaching the playoffs every year from 2017-2024, which included a pair of World Series titles, Houston was on the outside looking in during the 2025 postseason.
The 'Home run leaders by MLB team' quiz
How many of the career leaders in home runs for every MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?
Isaac Paredes News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 9
Astros rumors: How recent Red Sox, Pirates moves impact Isaac Paredes’ market
The Houston Astros have gotten calls from teams about Isaac Paredes, and the two main teams have been the Boston Red Sox and the Pittsburgh Pirates. The Red Sox have been looking for infielder help for some time, and they were actually in talks to make a three-team deal with the Astros and St.
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.
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / February 9
In the lab: A look at Astros financials 
I also write a regular feature over at Battle Red Blog. It is called “Value of Things” and that title fits fairly comfortably with this piece and what is ultimately behind the lab.
Jose Altuve News / Houston Astros on SI / February 9
Astros Scout Omar Lopez Recalls Discovering Jose Altuve in Venezuela
Jose Altuve has defied expectations for nearly two decades, but his origin story still sounds almost impossible. The future Hall of Famer nearly never got his chance because scouts in Venezuela kept passing on him in 2007.
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.
Isaac Paredes News / Last Word On Sports / February 8
What the Astros would want for Isaac Paredes from the Pirates
The Pittsburgh Pirates might be getting closer to acquiring third baseman Isaac Paredes from the Houston Astros. Talks are reportedly ‘intensifying’ between the Pirates, Astros, and Boston Red Sox, with even the possibility of a three-team trade, according to Chandler Rome.
The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era
America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / February 8
Projecting Which Way Astros Attendance Will Sway During 2026 Season
The Houston Astros endured a brutal season last year, filled with injuries and losses, but they're entering their 2026 campaign with the intentions of reaching the postseason and, of course, staying far away from the injured list.
Houston Astros News / Total Pro Sports / February 8
Five MLB Teams Have Strong Interest In Astros’ All-Star Slugger
The Houston Astros lost their perch at the top of the American League West after missing out on a playoff spot for the first time since 2016. They are in a rebuild mode with only a handful of members remaining from the 2022 World Series-winning roster.
Jeremy Pena News / Houston Astros on SI / February 7
Astros Star Jeremy Pena Stands Tall in MLB Shortstops Rankings for 2026
The Houston Astros experienced minimal changes after missing the playoffs in 2025, and given that they were inches away from another playoff run, that should be confidence-building for the fanbase.
Kevin Alvarez News / Houston Astros on SI / February 7
Kevin Alvarez Could Be Astros’ Next Great International Investment
The Houston Astros’ investment in franchise legend Jose Altuve is part of his overall narrative. The franchise signed the Venezuela native for just $15,000.
Houston Astros News / Just Baseball / February 7
Which Houston Astros Top Prospects Could Contribute in 2026?
The Houston Astros are pretty well known at this point for having one of the weaker farm systems in the game, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t some useful pieces that will make an impact on the big league club.
MLB News / Yardbarker / February 6
Javier Baez's World Baseball Classic marijuana suspension a frustrating development
Detroit Tigers Infielder Javy Baez will not be able to participate in this year's World Baseball Classic due to a failed marijuana test at the 2023 World Baseball Classic.
Houston Astros News / Last Word On Sports / February 6
Latest on the Astros Infield Situation
February is already upon us, and that means baseball season is around the corner. Spring training will start in a couple of weeks, and it will be a very
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / February 6
Three Notable Roster Subtractions Astros Will Miss During 2026 Campaign
As much as the Houston Astros have gained this offseason with acquisitions, particularly Tatsuya Imai and Mike Burrows, they've also faced a substantial amount of loss.
Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 6
Astros GM Dana Brown continues to downplay possibility of trade involving infielders
The Astros have seemingly had too many infielders all winter but general manager Dana Brown has consistently downplayed the possibility of a trade, doing so again this week.
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / February 6
In the lab: Astros infield platoon advantage
Last time, we took a look at the outfield and the platoon splits for our various outfield candidates. Today, we will do the same with the infield. I should note a couple of things before we move forward.
J.P. France News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 5
Astros Outright J.P. France
The Astros announced that right-hander J.P. France cleared waivers and was outrighted to Triple-A Sugar Land. He had been designated for assignment a week ago when Houston acquired Kai-Wei Teng from the Giants.
Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 5
1 last-minute signing Astros must make before spring training
For the first time since 2016, the Houston Astros missed the playoffs in 2025. With two World Series titles, three appearances, and seven ALCS appearances, they had a dominant decade in the American League.
MLB News / Yardbarker / February 4
Tigers signing Framber Valdez slams door on Tarik Skubal extension
The chances of the Detroit Tigers and pitcher Tarik Skubal working out a long-term extension may officially be over.
Framber Valdez News / Larry Brown Sports / February 4
Framber Valdez signs with a surprise team on a massive deal
Framber Valdez is officially off the board. The veteran left-hander Valdez is signing with the Detroit Tigers in free agency, Jeff Passan of ESPN reported on Wednesday.
Dana Brown News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 4
Astros GM Dana Brown Discusses Infield Outlook
Astros general manager Dana Brown met with reporters this afternoon at the team’s media luncheon. As he has throughout the offseason, the GM downplayed the possibility of trading from his infield while noting that they’re still looking for ways to add a left-handed bat.
Framber Valdez News / Larry Brown Sports / February 3
Framber Valdez linked to one new contender in free-agent rumors
Framber Valdez may be going from a multi-time AL pennant winner to the reigning AL pennant winner.
Houston Astros News / Athlon Sports / February 3
Astros' Joe Espada Shares Yordan Alvarez Decision Before MLB Season
The Houston Astros have had a relatively quiet offseason aside from signing Japanese right hander Tatsuya Imai to a three-year contract. However, expectations remain high in Houston after last year’s second-half collapse.
Framber Valdez News / Larry Brown Sports / February 2
Notable update emerges on Framber Valdez’s status
Framber Valdez is still unsigned with less than three weeks to go before the start of spring training … and he may just have to keep on waiting. Valdez’s
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