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Bryan Abreu News / Crawfish Boxes / June 2
The Curious Case of Bryan Abreu: What Should the Astros Do? 
The curious case of Bryan Abreu continues to become more intriguing with every appearance he makes for the Houston Astros. For a pitcher who was once considered one of the most feared setup men in Major League Baseball, it is an understatement to say that Abreu has underperformed this season.
Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / June 2
Astros to activate closer Josh Hader from IL
The Houston Astros will activate closer Josh Hader from the 60-day injured list on Tuesday, manager Joe Espada said on a local radio broadcast. The veteran left-hander is expected to be available for the opener of a three-game series Tuesday night against the visiting Pittsburgh Pirates.
The 'Foreign-born 250-HR club' quiz
How many of the 53 Major League Baseball players not born in the United States of America with 250 or more career home runs can you name in seven minutes?
The 25 greatest rookie seasons in MLB history
Not every all-timer has instant success at the next level. For many baseball players, it takes a few bumps in the road out of the gate before they ever reach stardom.
Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 2
Astros To Activate Josh Hader
The Astros announced yesterday that righty Logan VanWey was being optioned to Triple-A Sugar Land. The team didn’t specify a corresponding move, noting that a transaction would be announced Tuesday.
Yordan Alvarez News / Crawfish Boxes / June 2
Who could join Yordan Alvarez at the All-Star Game?
With a .301/.416/.634 slash line through his first 60 games of the season, it’s not a question of whether Yordan Alvarez will be selected to his fourth American League All-Star team.
MLB News / Houston Astros on SI / June 2
Astros-Pirates Series Preview: Starting Pitchers, Key Matchups
On the heels of a disappointing finale against the Milwaukee Brewers that saw ace and up-and-coming star Jacob Misiorowski completely shut down the Houston Astros' lineup, the Astros are set to face off against the Pittsburgh Pirates, another NL Central team that's eyeing the postseason.
Yordan Alvarez News / Just Baseball / June 2
Should the Houston Astros Trade Yordan Alvarez?
After Jose Altuve, when you think of the Houston Astros, you think of designated hitter and outfielder Yordan Alvarez. The 28-year-old took the league by storm in 87 games back in 2019, slashing .313/.412/.655 with 27 home runs and 78 runs batted in.
MLB News / Field Level Media / June 1
Fresh bullpens featured in matchup between Astros, Pirates
Following a tumultuous start to the season largely dictated by injuries, the Houston Astros have enjoyed a stretch of consistently solid pitching that has steered their crawl back into contention.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / June 1
Astros' Catching Situation Isn't as Simple as It Seems
There's almost nothing better than a good catcher in baseball. Catchers (usually) call the game from behind the plate, with their defensive efforts often being an important difference over the course of a nine-inning contest.
Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?
The only two things rarer in modern-day baseball than the four-homer game is the Triple Crown and the unassisted triple play. The former is, of course, done over an entire season, while there's a large level of lucky in the unassisted triple play.
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / June 1
Astros Trending in the RIGHT DIRECTION?
While the Astros are in the throws of another slow start, despite some recent success there aren’t many Astros fans who see any trends going in the right direction.
Joe Espada News / Houston Astros on SI / June 1
Houston Astros' Slow Start Raises Stakes for Joe Espada
Joe Espada has been the manager of the Houston Astros since November 2023. In many ways, his tenure has seen the team continue to win baseball games. He's put up two winning seasons, winning the AL West division in one while barely missing out on the postseason in the other.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / June 1
Astros Facing Most Important Stretch of 2026 Season
The month of May definitely could've gone better for the Houston Astros. Heck, the entire season up to this point could've gone better. After starting the month with a series victory over the flailing Boston Red Sox, the Astros proceeded to lose three series in a row before finally getting off the schneid against the Texas Rangers.
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / June 1
In the lab: Astros infield Bases per out
As we go through some of these statistical series it becomes important to occasionally go back and explain the whys and what fors for these numbers. Simply put, the more numbers we can use to demonstrate the difference between players the better.
Tatsuya Imai News / Houston Astros on SI / June 1
Tatsuya Imai Shares Key Takeaways After Astros' Tough Series Finale Loss to Brewers
The Houston Astros might be playing better baseball as of late, but losses like the one in the series finale against the Milwaukee Brewers at home are the gutpunches every team has to learn to deal with.
MLB News / Yardbarker / May 31
Brewers' Jacob Misiorowski finishes May with a bang vs. Astros
It comes as no surprise that Milwaukee Brewers flamethrower Jacob Misiorowski finished the month of May delivering another gem of a performance.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / May 31
Astros Reliever Finally Trending in Right Direction Despite Costly Mishap
To say that the Houston Astros haven't been having the most fun in general this season is a fair statement. Injuries have plagued the roster, and key players have had their fair share of personal struggles on the field.
Yordan Alvarez News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 31
Yordan Alvarez getting cooked by 103 mph Miz heat leaves insider’s mind blown
The Houston Astros are hoping for big things each game from designated hitter Yordan Alvarez. Alvarez got smoked on Sunday by Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Jacob Misiorowski.
Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 31
Astros’ Cristian Javier gets massive injury update from Joe Espada
As Houston Astros pitcher Cristian Javier has been dealing with a shoulder injury that has kept him out for the majority of the season, the 29-year-old does get a big update on Sunday.
Jeremy Pena News / Field Level Media / May 31
Behind Jeremy Pena, Astros chase series win vs. Brewers
Houston shortstop Jeremy Pena routinely is lauded for his production and personality, and the Astros missed both while he spent 33 games on the injured list earlier this season because of a hamstring strain.
Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 30
Astros’ Jose Altuve, Cristian Javier receive crucial injury updates on Saturday
The Houston Astros received important injury updates Saturday, with Jose Altuve and Cristian Javier both moving closer to returns. Altuve’s progress offered the more encouraging immediate outlook, while Javier’s rehab plan gave Houston a clearer timeline for a starter trying to reset after a difficult opening stretch.
Jose Altuve News / Athlon Sports / May 29
Jose Altuve Injury Update: Astros 2B Takes Step Forward
Jose Altuve has moved one step closer to returning to the Houston Astros after making progress in his recovery from an oblique injury. According to reporter Brian McTaggart, Altuve traveled back to Houston on Thursday and will work out with the Astros during the club’s upcoming homestand.
Amos Willingham News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 28
Marlins, Amos Willingham Agree To Minor League Deal
The Marlins and right-hander Amos Willingham have agreed to a minor league contract, per Ari Alexander of 7News. The Gaeta Sports Management client is headed to Triple-A Jacksonville for the time being.
Yordan Alvarez News / Yardbarker / May 28
Astros' Yordan Alvarez is performing as the best hitter in MLB
The lethal combination of his raw power and exceptional plate discipline has made him a major threat at the plate.
Houston Astros News / Just Baseball / May 26
Spencer Arrighetti’s Continued Success Would Go a Long Way for the Astros
The Houston Astros have finished first or second in the AL West each year since 2016. A team that has built a sustainable winner from the ground up and won two World Series is not all too familiar with its current spot near the bottom with the Angels.
Daniel Johnson News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 25
Astros Release Daniel Johnson
The Astros have released Daniel Johnson, according to his transaction log on MLB.com. The outfielder played in eight games for Houston and another 12 for Triple-A Sugar Land this season.
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