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Former Astros Superstar Projected to Get Monster Contract This Offseason

This offseason is going to be an interesting one for the Houston Astros. After owner Jim Crane decided to keep general manager Dana Brown in that role

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Dismissed Astros Hitting Coach Quickly Finds New Job With Notable Team

There were some questions if major changes were coming to the Houston Astros this offseason. Owner Jim Crane has made some rash decisions in the past,

Framber Valdez News / Sporting News / October 27

Astros-Brewers trade idea features 2.70 ERA starter as Framber Valdez replacement

Houston may be moving on from Framber Valdez.

Zach Cole News / Crawfish Boxes / October 27

Corpus Christi Hooks Top Performers in 2025

Over the next few weeks I will be looking at the top performers at each level in the Astros system. This week is the Corpus Christi Hooks. Zach Cole, OF Cole got off to a slow start this season with some injuries but once he got hot he couldn’t be stopped.

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The 'ALCS MVPs' quiz

MLB has been awarding the American League Championship Series MVP Award since the 1980 season. How many of the winners in that time can you name in six minutes?

The 'World Series MVPs' quiz

The 'Four-RBI ALCS games' quiz

The '2024 MLB RBI leaders' quiz

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / October 27

Houston Astros Boil: October 27, 2025

Houston Astros News Injuries and roster moves Dubi or Urias? Astros connected to Lowe (MCS) Springer answered sign stealing questions (Chron) Astros plan

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25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series

Among the countless Hall of Famers who never experienced the joy of winning a World Series, there are several notable legends who stand out. Here's our list of the 25 greatest.

Freddy Peralta News / Houston Astros on SI / October 27

MLB Analyst Lists Astros as Possible Landing Spot for All-Star Freddy Peralta

The Houston Astros are in a pretty interesting predicament when it comes to their current roster construction moving forward. On one hand, they moved on from some key veterans last offseason in an attempt to build a younger core, and on the other hand, they could use some veteran talent to raise the ceiling of their current group.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / October 27

Will the pitch challenge system change our evaluation of Astros’ catchers?

After four years of experimentation in the minor leagues, MLB will allow teams to challenge umpires’ ball-strike calls based on the results of an automated system.

Kevin Alvarez News / Houston Astros on SI / October 26

This Teenage Astros Prospect Had Impressive Debut Season in DSL

For an organization that’s been incredibly successful at the highest level for years, not a lot of eyes are on the Houston Astros farm. But 17-year-old Cuban native Kevin Alvarez is proving that there should be more eyes on the Astros system. Alvarez signed with Houston in January for a signing bonus of $2 million as an international free agent.

Houston Astros News / Viral Sports News / October 26

Houston Astros Linked Once Again to Star Slugger Before Free Agency

The Houston Astros wasted no time kicking off their offseason, inking former first-round pick Nate Pearson to bolster the bullpen. Yet the bigger buzz surrounds a potential splash at the plate.

Joe Espada News / Houston Astros on SI / October 26

Assessing Joe Espada’s Work in Second Season as Astros Manager

The Houston Astros saw their eight-season streak of making the playoffs come to an end in 2025. Naturally, people are looking for someone to blame. Both

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / October 25

Four Worst Astros Moves That Led to Missing Playoffs in 2025

The Houston Astros missed the playoffs for the first time since the 2016 season. Some of that was just other teams playing better. Some of that was due to the Astros.

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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.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / October 25

Could Astros Reunite With Justin Verlander Once Again?

One clear thing the Houston Astros have to address this offseason is their starting rotation. This year, despite having Framber Valdez and Hunter Brown leading the unit, they finished with an ERA of 3.97 that had them tied for 13th across Major League Baseball.

Cam Smith News / Houston Astros on SI / October 25

Astros Rookie Cam Smith Proved Himself in Majors Despite Slow Finish

Over the offseason, the Houston Astros made one of the biggest trades of the offseason, sending star outfielder Kyle Tucker to the Chicago Cubs in return for a package of players.

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The 'Active NFL receptions leaders' quiz

The 'ALCS MVPs' quiz

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The 'Active 3-passing-TD game leaders' quiz

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / October 24

Astros Top 10 Prospect Has Had Strong Start in Arizona Fall League

The Houston Astros have done an exceptional job over the last 12 months of building up a farm system that was drained after acquiring veterans in trades to extend their contention window.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / October 24

Astros Top 10 Prospect Has Had Strong Start in Arizona Fall League

The Houston Astros have done an exceptional job over the last 12 months of building up a farm system that was drained after acquiring veterans in trades to extend their contention window.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / October 24

Who To Keep: Mauricio Dubón or Ramón Urías?

You could certainly argue that the Astros have an expensive yet inefficient roster. And I would agree with that assessment. Including projected raises in arbitration, the organization is projected to have around $16 million under the first tax threshold of $244 million for the upcoming 2026 season.

Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / October 25

Three questions facing the Houston Astros this offseason

With the Astros having plenty of holes on the roster, there is plenty of work to be done this offseason.

Three questions facing the New York Mets this offseason

Three questions facing the Kansas City Royals this offseason

Three questions facing the San Francisco Giants this offseason

The 25 most unlikely World Series heroes

The '2017 Houston Astros World Series roster' quiz

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / October 24

Astros Have a Sneaky Good Free Agent Option for Rotation Depth

All eyes this offseason will be on Houston Astros free agent pitcher Framber Valdez. He is going to be a coveted pitcher in free agency by some of the contenders, and a return to the Astros is not a given by any means.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / October 24

Astros Breakout Prospects in 2025

Breakout prospects are one of the most exciting parts of minor league baseball. Watching a player rise from unranked status to a top-10 prospect within a year is always fascinating and it’s something that seems to happen often in the Astros’ system.

Houston Astros News / Last Word On Sports / October 22

How the Astros Defense Still Shined in 2025

Although the Houston Astros’ 2025 season did not go as planned, missing the postseason for the first time since 2016, their defense remained elite all year.

MLB News / Yardbarker / October 20

Four prospects standing out in the Arizona Fall League

The Arizona Fall League season is nearing its midpoint, with several standouts making their MLB teams notice.

The 25 greatest MLB utility players of all-time

The 'MLB playoff home run leaders' quiz

Martin Maldonado News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 18

World Series-winning catcher announces MLB retirement

After 15 Major League seasons, Martin Maldonado is retiring from baseball. The 39-year-old catcher made the official announcement today via his Instagram page, thanking his family, the fans, teammates, coaches, and many others who helped him live his dream.

The most disappointing player for every MLB team from the 2025 season

The 'Active MLB playoff-home-run leaders' quiz

Houston Astros News / Last Word On Sports / October 16