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On YouTubeDaniel Johnson News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 7
Astros Re-Sign Daniel Johnson To Minor League Deal
The Astros re-signed outfielder Daniel Johnson to a minor league contract, according to the MiLB.com transaction tracker. He elected free agency yesterday after being designated for assignment on Monday.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / May 7
Injuries Have Robbed Astros of Potential Dream Lineup This Season
Midway through the 2025 season, the Houston Astros got back together with an old flame. The team traded for infielder Carlos Correa, who had been a hero on multiple World Series-winning squads but had been hobnobbing in Minneapolis with the Minnesota Twins for several years.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / May 7
Houston Zoo Names Baby Monkey After Houston Astros Star
The Houston Astros haven't had much go their way this season, in terms of injuries, pitching depth, and their standing in the standings. The dynasty that once was has started to crumble much faster than anyone could have expected, as it's going to take a lot of work to climb out of the hole they've dug themselves into.
The '50-HR, .300 average MLB seasons' quiz
How many of the 20 MLB players to bat .300 and mash 50 home runs in the same season can you name in five minutes?
Jose Altuve News / Larry Brown Sports / May 7
Jose Altuve received an unusual tribute from Houston Zoo
Jose Altuve is a nine-time All-Star and a member of two World Series-winning teams with the Houston Astros. Altuve has become a popular name in the city of Houston, and the Houston Zoo is now paying tribute to Altuve in a unique way.
25 current MLB players who will end up in the Baseball Hall of Fame
Some things appear clear when it comes to Baseball Hall of Fame voting. The PED guys aren’t going to get in, or at least the hitters, and the rubric for starting pitchers has to be reconstructed on the fly.
Joe Espada News / Houston Astros on SI / May 7
Joe Espada’s Time With the Astros Needs to End
Both the Houston Astros and manager Joe Espada are on their last leg. After a miserable 15-23 start to the season — which has come due to a variety of factors, the most major being the multitude of injuries that have plagued the roster since the onset of the campaign — it appears that 2026 is set to be a wash.
Yordan Alvarez News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 7
Astros rumors: Yordan Alvarez trade idea gets reality check from MLB insider
As the Houston Astros have been struggling in the 2026 season, the team could end up being sellers when it comes to the trade deadline, with the conversation now being whether the ball club would deal star Yordan Alvarez.
Houston Astros News / Just Baseball / May 7
Astros Farm Report: Who Played Well in April, Who Didn’t
The Houston Astros have one of the worst minor league systems in baseball, and it’s been that way for a few years now. They have no Top 100 prospects and very few players who look to be potential MLB pieces.
Carlos Correa News / Fastball on SI / May 7
Yordan Álvarez Trade Fits to Save Star From Astros After Carlos Correa Injury
The Houston Astros are teetering dangerously close to a disaster this season. A 15-23 record should be enough to qualify a season as a disaster for a club that entered the season with hopes of being a contender.
MLB News / Houston Astros on SI / May 7
After 12-2 Humiliation by Dodgers, the Astros Are Running Out of Time
There is no easy way to put this. What happened at Daikin Park on Wednesday afternoon was downright embarrassing. The Houston Astros were beaten 12-2 by the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Andy Pages News / Yardbarker / May 6
Historic outing from Andy Pages carries Dodgers to rout over Astros
The Los Angeles Dodgers have struggled to consistently string wins together lately, but that was certainly not the case in Wednesday's 12-2 win over the Houston Astros.
Who are the 25 fastest players in MLB right now?
Speed is more important than ever in MLB with recent rule changes promoting stolen bases. These were the 25 fastest players for the 2026 season, as recorded by the Statcast sprint speed metric.
Daniel Johnson News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 6
Daniel Johnson Elects Free Agency
Daniel Johnson elected free agency after being outrighted by the Astros, according to the MLB.com transaction log. Houston designated him for assignment on Monday when they recalled Zach Cole from Triple-A.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / May 6
Astros Need This Slugger but They May End Up Trading Him Anyway
This time last year, Houston Astros infielder Isaac Paredes was playing third base. On Wednesday, he was playing third base. That’s not how it was supposed to go.
MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 6
Astros option pitcher after embarrassing loss to Dodgers
An embarrassing 12-2 loss to the visiting Los Angeles Dodgers not only led to a series loss for the Houston Astros. It also led to them sliding into a tie in the AL West basement with the Los Angeles Angels at 15-23 each.
Tatsuya Imai News / Houston Astros on SI / May 6
Tatsuya Imai Addresses Command Concerns Ahead of Astros Return
The Houston Astros might've just been dealt a massive blow following the announcement made by All-Star shortstop Carlos Correa, but there might be some hope that fans can hold onto to.
Carlos Correa News / The Forkball / May 6
Houston Astros’ Correa to Undergo Season-Ending Ankle Surgery
The Houston Astros have been dealt a crushing blow, as star infielder Carlos Correa will undergo season-ending surgery after suffering a torn tendon in his left ankle.
MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 6
Astros must trade for Anthony Volpe after brutal Carlos Correa injury news
It came as a harsh reality when the Houston Astros learned of Carlos Correa being done for the season. And their playoff chances took a big hit. However, all hope is not lost.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / May 6
These Astros Top Prospects Drawing Concern After Slow Start to 2026
With the big league club faltering this season, some Houston Astros fans may switch their gaze to the minor leagues for reinforcements. The Astros are flush with young prospects, but not many are big-league ready.
Yordan Alvarez News / Crawfish Boxes / May 6
Yordan Alvarez Is the Bright Spot the Astros Can’t Afford to Lose 
Astros fans, it hasn’t been the start anyone envisioned. The struggles have been real, and the pitching staff, in particular, has left plenty to be desired.
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / May 6
Astros Recall IF Shay Whitcomb with Carlos Correa Lost for Season
The Astros Curse has now taken Carlos Correa for the season, further testing the depth of the organization. Whitcomb was optioned to Triple-A Sugar Land Monday when the team recalled C Cesar Salazar in light of an injury to starting C Yainer Diaz.
Cam Smith News / Just Baseball / May 6
A Breakout Year Is Coming For Cam Smith
In 2025, 22-year-old Cam Smith posted a .670 OPS in his 493 plate appearances as a rookie. ln 2026, he’s currently rocking a .676 OPS in 144 plate appearances.
Carlos Correa News / Yardbarker / May 7
Astros' difficult season gets worse with Carlos Correa news
The Houston Astros suffered another blow as they attempt to overcome a slow start to the season.
Carlos Correa News / Larry Brown Sports / May 6
Astros star Carlos Correa suffers 'serious' injury
The Houston Astros may have to soldier on without Carlos Correa for the foreseeable future.
Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 5
Joe Espada’s concerning Yainer Diaz injury update will catch Astros fans’ attention
Houston Astros Yainer Diaz suffered an unfortunate left oblique strain injury on Monday during batting practice. With Diaz on the 10-day IL, manager Joe Espada shared a concerning update about the five-year veteran.
Shohei Ohtani News / Yardbarker / May 5
Dodgers make big Shohei Ohtani decision ahead of Astros matchup
Ohtani has been an NL Cy Young candidate this season, posting a 2-1 record with a ridiculous 0.60 ERA and 0.87 WHIP with 34 strikeouts.
Houston Astros News / Just Baseball / May 5
Christian Walker Is Exorcising Jose Abreu’s Demons for Astros Fans
At 14-21, very little has gone right for the Houston Astros to start 2026, giving new meaning to the term “Houston, we have a problem”. Was this supposed to be the same team that formed quite the American League dynasty in recent years?
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