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Why is Astros’ Jose Altuve not playing in World Baseball Classic?

The 2026 World Baseball Classic begins March 5. There are going to be a ton of great teams representing and Venezuela is hoping to make a deep run in a difficult group.

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Two Astros Stars Generating Serious 'On the Rise' Buzz for Next Season

The Houston Astros, missing the playoffs yet still winning 87 games last season, didn't seem like a possibility, but it quickly became a reality. However, going into the 2026 campaign, the Astros aren't a team that anyone should count out until missing the playoffs becomes a regular occurrence.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / January 26

In The Lab: A Look at Former Astros OF Carlos Beltran

We have hit the lull in between the hot stove league and Spring Training. There will be more deals made between now and then, but your Houston Astros are probably winding down their additions and changes.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / January 25

Joe Espada Outlines How Astros Will Use Jose Altuve in 2026

The Houston Astros tried some things last season to make room for players climbing up the ranks to the majors. The experiment saw Jose Altuve play left field for the first time in his career for the Astros, and the experiment might be coming to a close following the production.

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Dana Brown News / Houston Astros on SI / January 25

Astros Boss Dana Brown Says Rivals Have Expressed Interest in Key Players

The Houston Astros are just under one month away from spring training, but it doesn't sound like they're done making roster moves quite yet. This month alone, the Astros have signed pitcher Tatsuya Imai and numerous free agents to minor league contracts.

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The 20 most significant MLB Rule 5 draftees

The Rule 5 draft, held annually at the winter meetings in December, never garners much fanfare, but it has been known to yield some noteworthy transactions.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / January 25

Astros All-Stars Share Positive Thoughts After Disappointing Season

HOUSTON, Texas — One thing the Houston Astros organization is known for is giving back to its fans. Daikin Park hosted its annual Astros Fan Fest on Saturday on a cold and muggy afternoon.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / January 25

Astros Brace for Difficult May Schedule Charged with Rivalry Tension

The Houston Astros will kick off their regular season in late March and into April with a healthy amount of challenge, giving them just enough time to get back into the swing of things.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / January 24

Check Out These Photos from Astros FanFest 2026

(All photos courtesy Houston Astros) The Astros hosted a successful 2026 FanFest on Saturday, Jan. 24 at Daikin Park. The 2026 FanFest wraps up a great week of Astros Caravan stops throughout the Texas community and represents the official launch of baseball season for Astros fans.

Isaac Paredes News / Houston Astros on SI / January 24

Astros Will Work Isaac Paredes at Different Position in Spring Training

The Houston Astros have done a decent job building their team this offseason. The only significant signings the Astros have made have come on the mound.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / January 24

Three Biggest Wishes for Astros Ahead of Spring Training

The Houston Astros were a few pieces away from returning to the playoffs, but at the end of the day, they fell short of a championship for the first time since 2016.

Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 24

Astros open to specific trade ahead of spring training

With rumors surrounding the Houston Astros and the possible moves the team will make this offseason, the baseball world has been sepculating the area the franchise is looking into.

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

Carlos Correa News / Athlon Sports / January 24

Carlos Correa Announces Career Decision on Saturday

The Houston Astros are heading into the 2026 MLB season with an aging core, yet there remains optimism that the roster is still strong enough to return to the postseason after last year’s late-season collapse ended a streak of eight straight trips to the playoffs.

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Jose Altuve News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 24

Which position will Astros star Jose Altuve play in 2026?

Houston Astros star Jose Altuve — who made his MLB debut in 2011 — primarily played second base through most of his career up until 2025. The ’25 campaign saw Altuve split his time between second base, left field and designated hitter.

Tatsuya Imai News / Houston Astros on SI / January 24

Astros Pitching Coach Praises Tatsuya Imai Ahead of Houston Debut

With Framber Valdez unlikely to return to the Houston Astros in 2026, the front office made moves to ensure the starting rotation would be in good hands moving forward.

Houston Astros News / Total Pro Sports / January 24

MLB Rumors: Framber Valdez’s Free Agency Narrows Down To One Team

Framber Valdez undoubtedly had the most impressive body of work in the MLB among all the starting pitchers in the free agent pool this winter. However, the 32-year-old left-hander is still available with less than a month remaining until spring training.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / January 23

TRISTAR Turns 40: Houston’s Collector Tradition Still Feels Like Home

Since I was a child, Tri Star has been a part of a yearly pilgrimage to the once Astro Inn, and now into the NRG convention centers. This show allowed 10 year old Brett meet baseball legends like Mickey Mantle, Willie Mays, Ted Williams, Hank Aaron, Sandy Koufax, Ken Griffey Jr.

Chas McCormick News / Last Word On Sports / January 23

Former Astros World Series Hero Starts New Journey with Cubs

The Houston Astros’ 2022 World Series championship will forever be one of the greatest moments in Houston sports history. There were so many important plays that made that title possible.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / January 23

Christian Walker and Isaac Paredes Mysteriously Absent From Astros Fan Fest

The Houston Astros fan fest is scheduled to be on Saturday, January 24th. Fans all across Houston can join in on the festivities by purchasing a Daikin Park ticket and arrive at the park, with the possibility of being on the field, playing catch, batting cages, a player Q&A with the kids, and taking pictures with the players.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / January 23

Astros Boast Plenty of National Television Games After Missing Playoffs

The Houston Astros are attempting to bounce back from missing the playoffs in 2025, their first non-playoff season since 2016. Even after missing the playoffs, the national television partners are lining up to broadcast games when they’re not being shown on Space City Home Network.

Jose Altuve News / Houston Astros on SI / January 23

Jose Altuve's Defensive Struggles Leave Astros Without Clear Options

The Astros moved Jose Altuve to left field last season, hoping it would help hide his declining defense at second base. That plan backfired. Altuve struggled defensively everywhere he played, and now Houston enters 2026 without a good answer for where to put their $30 million franchise icon.