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Houston Astros Looking for Offensive Answers With Latest Starting Lineup

Things for the Houston Astros haven't gone great to this point in the season, as they continue to fall in the AL West standings. For a team that was once the most feared in the American League, the Astros have looked like a team that has lost all motivation on the field.

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Joe Espada's Postgame Tatsuya Imai Quote Shows Astros Dire Need for Starting Pitching

When the Houston Astros signed Japanese star Tatsuya Imai in January, it was a move that general manager Dana Brown was going to help ease the loss of left-hander Framber Valdez.

Houston Astros News / CBSSports.com / May 13

Astros' Tatsuya Imai will make his next start, promises manager Joe Espada despite latest implosion

Imai allowed six runs in four innings to the Mariners Tuesday night

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The 'Active 40-HR MLB seasons' quiz

There are 24 active MLB players with at least one 40-home run season under their belt. How many of those players can you name in five minutes?

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Tatsuya Imai News / Houston Astros on SI / May 13

Tatsuya Imai’s Return From Injury Didn’t Go As Planned For Astros

Despite only throwing fastballs and sliders, Tatsuya Imai struggled mightily on Tuesday night. The NPB superstar has historically struggled with his command, and his return start was no different.

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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.

Hunter Brown News / Crawfish Boxes / May 13

In The Lab: The Astros Math Problem

It was one of the more iconic scenes in baseball moviedom. Lou Brown tells his troops that Rachel Phelps (the owner) does not want them to win. In order to win the division they will need to win 32 more games (from that point in the season) and with every win they will pull off a slice to reveal a nearly naked Rachel Phelps.

MLB News / Yardbarker / May 12

Former NPB star continues to struggle in MLB

A major offseason acquisition for the Houston Astros was right-handed pitcher Tatsuya Imai. The addition of Imai, though, has not yet panned out.

Mariners' Cal Raleigh nearing wrong side of MLB history

Concern levels for five of MLB’s slumping stars

The '2025 MLB All-Star Starters' quiz

The 'MLB home run leaders since 1997' quiz

Josh Hader News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 12

Dodgers’ perfect trade offer for Astros’ Josh Hader

The Los Angeles Dodgers are looking to win their third consecutive championship and fourth championship this decade in 2026. Accomplishing the feat will not be a simple task given all of the talent in the National League.

MLB News / Yardbarker / May 13

Three teams who could get early jump on trade deadline

As the major league season approaches the quarter mark, several teams are seeing their playoff hopes slip away. Although the MLB trade deadline is not until August 3, these teams could get an early jump on the trade market, potentially maximizing their return.

Former NPB star continues to struggle in MLB

New update emerges on when Mets owner Steve Cohen could make final David Stearns decision

Mets calling up top prospect in attempt to jumpstart lineup

Concern levels for five of MLB’s slumping stars

The 'MLB active home run leaders' quiz

MLB News / Houston Astros on SI / May 12

Astros Arm Comes Off IL In Need Of Strong Improvement Facing Mariners

Earlier last week, news broke out that Houston Astros rookie Tatsuya Imai was expected to be activated off the IL and start this Tuesday, taking the ball against the Seattle Mariners at home.

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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.

Yordan Alvarez News / Houston Astros on SI / May 12

Astros Star is Slumping Badly After Stellar Start to 2026 Season

The start of the 2026 MLB season has been one that the Houston Astros would probably like to forget. Injuries have contributed to a 16-26 start that has the club sitting in the basement of the American League West, while pitching woes have left them with a league-worst 5.50 ERA through 42 games.

Xavier Neyens News / Crawfish Boxes / May 12

Astros Minor League Hotlist: May 12th

Xavier Neyens – Neyens, the Astros first round pick last year, put together another big week. In 5 games he hit .333 with one home run and an impressive 9 walks to just 3 strikeouts.

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Peter Lambert News / Houston Astros on SI / May 12

The Astros Have Found a Diamond in the Rough With This Starting Pitcher

The Houston Astros had no idea what they were getting with Peter Lambert, but he's been nothing short of excellent. Coming off a three-hit, seven-inning shutout performance against the Los Angeles Dodgers, Lambert turned in another quality outing.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / May 12

Astros first quarter award winners

The Astros hit a new low with Monday’s 3-1 loss to the Seattle Mariners. They are now 10 games below .500 after crossing the quarter pole of the season on a three-game losing streak.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / May 12

Astros Legends Series: Wade Miller

Today we unveil our 13th installment of the Legends Series, featuring pitcher Wade Miller. Prior to tearing his rotator cuff, Wade was one of the brightest

Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 11

Astros rumors: Ken Rosenthal drops names of potential trade candidates

The Houston Astros are likely not going to trade Yordan Alvarez. The Astros have dealt with injuries and underperformance this season, however, and the ball club could still end up selling at the trade deadline.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / May 11

Astros Have Surprising Trade Target With Disappointing 9.24 ERA

Make no mistake about it, injuries have played a big part through the first six weeks of the 2026 season for the Houston Astros. Sure, there were questions surrounding the roster of spring training, but let's be honest, nobody can plan for injuries.

Carlos Correa News / Athlon Sports / May 11

Injury Update on Astros' Carlos Correa After Season-Ending News

Houston Astros infielder Carlos Correa sustained a devastating injury in batting practice last week before the Astros took on the Los Angeles Dodgers. While taking practice swings in the batting cages, Correa felt a pop in his left ankle.

Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 11

Astros’ Josh Hader, Hunter Brown get intriguing injury updates amid Houston’s dreadful start

While the Houston Astros wait for injured players to return, they haven’t been tempted to trade Yordan Alvarez. The good news is the Astros got intriguing injury updates for Josh Hader and Hunter Brown amid the team’s dreadful start to 2026.

Dustin Harris News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 11

White Sox Sign Dustin Harris To Minor League Deal

The White Sox brought outfielder Dustin Harris back on a minor league deal, the team announced. He’s headed to Triple-A Charlotte. Harris was with the South Siders earlier this season but went to the Astros on waivers last month.

Carlos Correa News / Fastball on SI / May 10

Astros' Carlos Correa to Undergo Surgery Monday: Instant AL Impact

The 2026 Major League Baseball has been a struggle for the Houston Astros, to say the least. Houston is 16-24 on the season and the hits have come hard so far this season with the most notable and most recent being the club losing infielder Carlos Correa for the season.

Bennett Sousa News / Field Level Media / May 9