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Final Astros Roster Projection of Spring Training

One final look at who will be on the Opening Day Roster on March 26. As the Houston Astros prepare for their final two exhibition games of spring with the Sugar Land Space Cowboys, we take on final look at projecting the Opening Day Roster.

Spencer Arrighetti News / Crawfish Boxes / March 23

Spencer Arrighetti Optioned to Sugar Land

The Houston Astros announced today that they have optioned SP Spencer Arrighetti to Triple-A Sugar Land. This move would seem to indicate that Arrighetti will be the sixth starter for the team when they move to the expanded rotation in mid-April.

Jeremy Pena News / Athlon Sports / March 23

Astros Facing Jeremy Pena Opening Day Injury Decision

Houston Astros shortstop Jeremy Pena is recovering from a finger injury with Opening Day just a few days away. According to manager Joe Espada, Pena could possibly be available for Opening Day, although nothing is guaranteed as of this story's publication.

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The 'Active 40-homer 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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Cristian Javier News / Crawfish Boxes / March 22

Should Astros Be Worried About Cristian Javier?

Javier’s results in spring have been solid, but his peripherals don’t back it up. Astros SP Cristian Javier just finished his final outing of the spring.

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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.

Red Sox to sign former Yankees relief pitcher ahead of Opening Day

MLB announces 80-game suspension for Johan Rojas

Mets star gets help from former teammate after clubhouse issues

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Carlos Correa News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 22

Astros’ Carlos Correa shares frightening story of how he almost drowned

After a terrifying moment from last summer, Houston Astros 3B Carlos Correa recently revealed he nearly lost his life. During a family outing on Lake Minnetonka, Correa found himself stranded in deep water, battling severe cramps while trying to keep both himself and his young son afloat.

Tatsuya Imai News / Crawfish Boxes / March 21

Are Astros Lining Up Tatsuya Imai to be the Fourth Starter?

Looking at the schedule and the Astros’ plan to open with a 5-man rotation, there are certainly clues. Back on January 5th, at the press conference introducing

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / March 21

Astros News & Notes: Burrows, Walker, Imai, Smith, Matthews 3/21/2026

After he went 2×4 with a 3-run HR today, Astros manager Joe Espada said he believes Christian Walker’s bat is coming around: Espada raved about SP Mike

Houston Astros News / Athlon Sports / March 21

Astros’ Joe Espada Shares Jeremy Pena Injury Update at Spring Training

With Opening Day now less than a week away, the Houston Astros still have a handful of question marks with regards to their impending 26-man active roster.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / March 21

Astros to Open Season with 5 Man Rotation

Astros manager Joe Espada made the declaration before today’s spring training game vs. the Mets. Today, Houston Astros manager Joe Espada declared the team would open the season with a 5-man rotation, a reversal from earlier statements about using a 6-man rotation this season.

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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 / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 21

Astros’ bullpen gets unfortunate injury update before Opening Day

With the Houston Astros preparing for Opening Day, the team is putting the last touches on the roster before next week, with the team looking to make some major noise.

Carlos Correa News / Total Pro Sports / March 21

Carlos Correa Reveals Shocking Story Of Near-Death Experience

Carlos Correa has not enjoyed much success on the field since he became a free agent at the end of the 2021 season. The three-time All-Star is back with the Houston Astros after a few years with the Minnesota Twins.

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Houston Astros News / Last Word On Sports / March 20

How the Christian Vázquez Signing Can Help the Astros

It’s already past the middle of March, which means the Houston Astros are wrapping up spring training and getting ready for the season ahead in one week.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / March 20

Astros Facing Early Bullpen Questions as Opening Day Nears

As the Houston Astros inch closer to Opening Day, it’s time to confront an increasingly uncomfortable reality: this roster already has some notable “have-nots,” particularly in the bullpen.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / March 20

Astros Prospects Deliver Strong Performances in Spring Breakout Game

Yesterday, Astros prospects took on the Marlins in the Spring Breakout game, and rather than provide a traditional recap, the focus here is on the positives and the players who stood out.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / March 20

In The Lab: A Look at Astros Offensive and Defensive Efficiency

Analytics has any number of practical uses, but the best and original use is to verify feelings that we may have when we watch the games. Emotional responses are often rife with bias.

Bennett Sousa News / ESPN / March 19

Astros LHP Sousa (oblique) to start season IL

Astros left-hander Bennett Sousa will begin the season on the injured list, manager Joe Espada said Thursday.

Houston Astros News / Last Word On Sports / March 19

What Cavan Biggio Can Bring to the Astros

A familiar last name recently returned to the Houston Astros organization. The move was probably not expected, but it is now a nice story that has the

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / March 16

Astros Give Intriguing Top Prospect Chance to Take MLB Spring Training At-Bats

The opportunities to give young prospects that won’t make the opening-day roster chances at swings in spring games is dwindling. The Houston Astros gave one of their top prospects the chance on Sunday.

Cristian Javier News / Houston Astros on SI / March 15

Cristian Javier’s Bounce Back Outing Positions Him Well for Astros Rotation

Cristian Javier missed part of this week in Houston Astros spring training to tend to a personal matter. Before that, his first spring training outing was uneven.

Ryan Weiss News / Houston Astros on SI / March 15

Ryan Weiss Emerging as Versatile Pitching Option for Astros This Spring

Spring training often creates opportunities for pitchers to force their way into, at the very least, roster conversations. Ryan Weiss has made the most of his chance to be a part of the Houston Astros roster.

Bryan Abreu News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 14

Astros Haven’t Yet Discussed Extension With Bryan Abreu

Bryan Abreu is slated to become a free agent at the end of the 2026 season, and the reliever told The Athletic’s Chandler Rome that the Astros hadn’t yet

Houston Astros News / Just Baseball / March 13

How the Astros’ Pitching Stacks Up in the AL West

The Houston Astros finished the 2025 season looking up at another team in the AL West for just the second time in nine years. Now, their pitching staff might be the key to getting back atop the division.

Josh Hader News / Yardbarker / March 11

Impending Josh Hader IL stint still good news for Astros

Closer Josh Hader and the Houston Astros have run out of time.

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Team USA stumble could cost Mark DeRosa MLB opportunities

Francisco Lindor encouraged after playing in minor league game

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Carlos Correa News / Athlon Sports / March 9

Carlos Correa's Shortstop Move may Give Astros Difficult Decision

Jeremy Pena is the Houston Astros starting shortstop. He is dealing with a finger injury at the moment, however. For now, Carlos Correa is expected to fill in at the position, according to Chronicle Astros.