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On YouTubeHouston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / May 17
Bats Fall Silent, Astros Lose 5-1 to Rangers 
By Outs Above Average (OAA) last season, the Astros were a relatively subpar defensive team, edging closer to average at a cumulative negative two outs.
Joe Espada News / Houston Astros on SI / May 17
Joe Espada Says Astros Superstar Is Close to Returning From Injury
It's been an interesting season for the Houston Astros so far. No one quite knew what to expect after the franchise underwent so many changes this past
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / May 17
Astros Star Lance McCullers Jr. Bounces Back From Ugly Start, Death Threats
The Houston Astros earned a huge, much-needed victory over their hated rival Texas Rangers on Friday night to tie up the series ahead of two more games in Arlington this weekend.
The 'Active MLB players to hit .300 multiple times' quiz
How many of the 27 active MLB players to post a .300 or better batting average in multiple seasons can you name in five minutes?
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / May 17
Astros Must Have Major Regrets Watching Former Star Player Perform at MVP-Level
One of the toughest things the Houston Astros had to do this offseason was say goodbye to one of their homegrown stars, third baseman Alex Bregman. A free agent, he decided to sign a three-year, $120 million deal with the Boston Red Sox instead of returning to the only organization he has known as a professional baseball player.
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / May 17
Today in Astros history - May 17
What happened today in team history? 1963 - First no-no In a game against the Philadelphia Phillies, Colt .45s pitcher Don Nottebart threw the first no-hitter in franchise history, helping them to a 4-1 win in Philly.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / May 17
This Astros Starter Is Doing Things No One Thought He Would And It's Insane
The Houston Astros have been unable to get over the hump of playing better than .500 baseball so far this season, struggling to string numerous wins together over the first month and a half.
MLB News / Crawfish Boxes / May 17
Lineup Steps Up In The Seventh, Astros Win 6-3 Over Rangers
The Rangers were cruising until they weren’t. Nathan Eovaldi held the Astros scoreless through his 5 2⁄3 innings, allowing only a pair of hits while striking out five.
MLB News / Field Level Media / May 16
Astros' offense comes alive in win over Rangers
Christian Walker's three-run homer capped a six-run seventh inning as the Houston Astros finally woke up on offense and beat up on the Texas Rangers 6-3 on Friday in Arlington, Texas.
Jose Altuve News / Houston Astros on SI / May 16
Replacing Altuve in Left Field Must Be Top Trade Priority for Astros at Deadline
The Houston Astros have been playing well of late, but there is still room for improvement. Coming into the season, there was a lot of uncertainty about what the outlook for the team was going to be.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / May 16
Houston Astros Ace Part of MLB History in Hard Luck Loss at Hands of Jacob deGrom
The Houston Astros knew how important their upcoming series with the Texas Rangers was going to be. As a result, they adjusted their starting pitching rotation, keeping the six-man rotation they are hoping to use through a 17-day stretch without an off day.
Houston Astros News / CBSSports.com / May 16
Astros offered Jose Altuve for Eric Hosmer in 2013 trade proposal, former Royals GM Dayton Moore says
"I said, 'Nope. Nope.' I didn't like trading major-league players," Moore said
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / May 16
Astros Most Significant Offseason Signing Has Been Massive Flop So Far
The Houston Astros have hovered right around .500 this season and have been unable to take that next step as a team. A huge part of the reason for that has been because of an offense that has struggled to maintain any sort of consistency, currently ranking 20th across Major League Baseball in terms of runs scored.
Cam Smith News / Crawfish Boxes / May 16
Astros’ Smith and Dezenzo
A Deep Dive. Compare and Contrast the two rookies so far. Dezeno and Smith. Sounds like a buddy cop TV show form the 1980s. Zach and Cam are linked as the only two rookie position players on the roster.
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / May 16
Today in Astros history - May 16
What happened today in team history? 1979 - Astros sell The National League approved a sale of the Houston Astros to John McMullen, a businessman who previously owned the Astros and New Jersey Blue Devils, from the Ford Motor Credit Company for a reported $19 million.
Yordan Alvarez News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 15
Astros’ Yordan Alvarez trending in promising direction amid injury recovery
The Houston Astros have been the powerhouse in the American League West since the 2015 season. That was the first year that the Astros made the American League playoffs, and they have been in the postseason in each of the last eight seasons.
Dana Brown News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 15
White Sox acquire veteran pitcher in trade with Astros
The White Sox are rebuilding and don’t have a strong relief group.
MLB News / Total Apex Fantasy Sports / May 15
Houston Astros vs. Texas Rangers Preview, Prediction & Odds | May 15, 2025
The Houston Astros face the Texas Rangers for the first time this season. Both teams sit one game behind the Seattle Mariners for the division lead. This is an intriguing matchup as the teams are extremely similar in many ways.
MLB News / Field Level Media / May 15
Astros take aim at Jacob deGrom, Rangers in series opener
More than bragging rights for the Lone Star State will be on the line when the Houston Astros clash with the Texas Rangers on Thursday night in the first contest of a four-game series in Arlington, Texas.
Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / May 14
Jeremy Pena, Astros claim series from Royals
Jeremy Pena finished 4-for-4 with a tie-breaking single in the eighth inning to help the host Houston Astros claim a 4-3 victory over the Kansas City Royals in the rubber match of the three-game series on Wednesday.
Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 14
Astros designate struggling pitcher for assignment
The Astros have designated right-hander Tayler Scott for assignment, reports Chandler Rome of The Athletic.
MLB News / Yardbarker / May 13
Watch: Astros, Cubs, Tigers deliver walk-off wins in span of four minutes
If you like exciting baseball finishes minutes apart, Tuesday night's slate was for you.
Houston Astros News / Minor League Baseball on SI / May 13
Houston Astros' Double-A Affiliate Makes a Splash in Game That Should Lift Spirits
The Double-A Corpus Christi Hooks need to update the record book after their 20-14 win on Tuesday – an offensive performance that can only buoy the spirits of the Houston Astros after a less-than-stellar assessment of their farm system this week.
Houston Astros News / Athlon Sports / May 13
Astros Make Top Prospect Announcement After Latest Injury
The Astros' pitching depth has been tested to start 2025, with former Cubs prospect Hayden Wesneski hitting the injured list with elbow inflammation. Wesneski going down is the latest blow to a pitching staff already missing Spencer Arrighetti, Luis Garcia, Cristian Javier and JP France.
Colton Gordon News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 13
Astros to promote Colton Gordon
The Astros will recall left-hander Colton Gordon from Triple-A Sugar Land to start tomorrow’s game, reports Chron.com’s Leah Vann. Gordon, who’ll be making his MLB debut, will step into the rotation spot of the injured Hayden Wesneski.
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