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On YouTubeHouston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / March 8
Two Astros Spring Training Games Highlight Growing Concern for 2026 Season
Spring training is well underway, and all 30 organizations are learning plenty about their teams as management tries to assemble their starting lineup and the official 40-man roster.
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / March 8
Astros Spring Training Updates: Pena, Hader, Matthews, more… 
As we hit the midpoint of Spring Training, here are some new developments and comments from Joe Espada on the current state of the Astros: SS Jeremy Pena is fielding grounders, but not throwing yet: RHP Jason Alexander has been optioned to minor league camp.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / March 8
The Fastest Realistic Path to the Majors for Each Astros Key Prospect
The Houston Astros' farm system has been of concern in recent years, and that uncertainty continues into their upcoming campaign. Last season, 23-year-old Brice Matthews was named the Astros' No.
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?
MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 8
Astros sign former Red Sox catcher to minor league deal
On Saturday morning, the Houston Astros added experienced catching depth by signing veteran backstop Christian Vazquez to a minor-league contract that includes an invitation to major-league spring training.
One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026
As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / March 8
In the lab: A new look at the backup catcher battle
As Patrick so ably reported to you yesterday, the Houston Astros have agreed to a minor league contract with Christian Vazquez with an invitation to Spring Training.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / March 8
What Spring Reps Have Revealed About Astros Top Prospect Trust Level
The Houston Astros' farm system is filled with incredibly young talent, especially at the top. The list is headlined by 18-year old outfielder Kevin Alvarez, who completed his first professional season before he even became an adult.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / March 7
Houston Astros Young Catcher Turning Heads During Spring Training Games
To say that the Houston Astros are not looking to repeat 2025 would be an understatement. They missed the playoffs in the final weekend of the year and led the league with injuries on multiple occasions.
Houston Astros News / Viral Sports News / March 7
Astros Make Interesting Catcher Move With Familiar Name
The Houston Astros have made a strategic addition to their catching corps by bringing back a seasoned veteran on a low-risk agreement. The team has inked catcher Christian Vázquez to a minor league contract, complete with an invitation to participate in major league spring training.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / March 7
Astros Veteran Pitcher Tabbed As X-Factor for 2026 Season
When Framber Valdez signed with the Detroit Tigers this offseason, it came as little surprise that he wasn't returning to the Houston Astros. It was surprising that he signed with the Tigers, giving them a tough 1-2 punch at the top of the rotation.
MLB News / Athlon Sports / March 7
Astros Facing Decision After Red Sox Trade Report During World Baseball Classic
The Houston Astros exist in between two worlds this offseason as they intend on contending but have done little to upgrade the 2025 roster, which finished 87-65 and became the first Astros team to miss the playoffs since 2016.
25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season
The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / March 7
Astros Bringing Back Former World Series Champion for Much-Needed Reunion
When the Houston Astros lost catcher Victor Caratini in free agency to the Minnesota Twins, that left an opening for a reliable backup for Yainer Diaz.
Christian Vazquez News / Crawfish Boxes / March 7
New Backup Plan? Astros sign Catcher Christian Vazquez
Houston brings back a member of it’s 2022 World Series Champion team to back up Yainer Diaz. The Houston Astros finally addressed their backup catcher situation today, bringing back catcher Christian Vazquez on a minor league deal.
Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 7
Astros add catching depth with latest signing
The Houston Astros reinforced their roster depth Saturday by adding another experienced option behind the plate. The club announced that veteran catcher Christian Vazquez has signed a minor league contract, giving Houston additional catching depth as the organization prepares for the 2026 MLB season.
Houston Astros News / Total Pro Sports / March 7
Geraldo Perdomo Suspects The Houston Astros Over Jeremy Pena’s Injury
The Houston Astros expected a routine injury update. However, the news turned into a heated storyline around star shortstop Jeremy Peña. The Astros announced
Jeremy Pena News / Houston Astros on SI / March 7
Astros All-Star Isn’t ‘Plug-In Guy’ Even After Jeremy Pena’s Injury
The Houston Astros are charting a path forward without shortstop Jeremy Peña, who had to pull out of the World Baseball Classic after suffering an injury.
Christian Vazquez News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 7
Astros Sign Christian Vazquez To Minor League Deal
The Astros announced that catcher Christian Vazquez was signed to a minor league contract. The deal contains an invitation for Vazquez (an MDR Sports
Joe Espada News / Houston Astros on SI / March 6
Joe Espada Reveals Astros Plan If Jeremy Peña Misses Opening Day
Jeremy Peña broke the tip of his right ring finger fielding a ground ball during a WBC exhibition game, and now the Houston Astros are preparing for the possibility their starting shortstop might not be ready when the season opens March 26.
Houston Astros News / ESPN / March 6
Astros' Peña 'very uncertain' over finger's healing
Astros All-Star shortstop Jeremy Peña expressed his uncertainty over a timeline to return from a broken finger, saying his goal is to be ready for Opening Day.
Carlos Correa News / Athlon Sports / March 6
Astros' Carlos Correa News Emerges After Removal From Lineup
The Houston Astros are gearing up for the 2026 season, and there is still hope that the current roster can make a push toward October baseball. While Houston missed the postseason last year, the group will still return many veteran superstars.
Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 6
Joe Espada’s Isaac Paredes ‘All-Star’ truth bomb will catch Astros fans’ attention
One of the main points of discussion surrounding the Houston Astros heading into the 2026 season is that the club has too many good infielders on the roster.
Jeremy Pena News / Total Pro Sports / March 6
Jeremy Pena Injury: Astros Face Huge Blow With Latest Update
Although the Houston Astros missed out on a playoff berth last season, Jeremy Pena delivered an outstanding campaign for the team. The Astros’ shortstop earned his first All-Star selection before finishing the best season of his four-year MLB career.
Jeremy Pena News / Field Level Media / March 5
Astros SS Jeremy Pena fractures finger playing for Dominican Republic
Houston Astros All-Star shortstop Jeremy Pena fractured the tip of his right ring finger during an exhibition game between his host Dominican Republic team and the Detroit Tigers on Wednesday.
Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 5
Jeremy Peña Diagnosed With Finger Fracture
The Astros announced that shortstop Jeremy Peña has a fracture in the tip of his right ring finger. He will be reevaluated in two weeks. Matt Kawahara of the Houston Chronicle was among those to relay the update.
Houston Astros News / Larry Brown Sports / February 28
Joe Espada makes a statement on Josh Hader’s Opening Day availability
At this point, it may be fair to assume that Josh Hader will not be ready to see action by Opening Day. While the door isn’t completely shut on star Houston Astros reliever Josh Hader suiting up for the team’s 2026 Opening Day, signs suggest otherwise.
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