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On YouTubeHouston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / March 10
Projected Houston Astros Lineups vs Right and Left-Handed Pitchers
The Houston Astros have ramped up their work this offseason as the regular season is right around the corner. Following a tough 2025 where the Astros missed the playoffs for the first time since 2016, the franchise is in a must-win situation this season to keep their hopes alive.
Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 10
Astros star Lance McCullers Jr.’s glass half full response to up-and-down performance vs. Orioles
Lance McCullers Jr. turned in an up-and-down start against the Baltimore Orioles on Tuesday. He allowed two earned runs in three innings of work during the spring training outing, but he also struck out four hitters and only walked one hitter.
Josh Hader News / Houston Astros on SI / March 10
Astros Get Promising Josh Hader Update Ahead of Regular Season
Going into the 2026 season, the Houston Astros were hoping to get a healthy Josh Hader back as closer. He had his 2025 season end on the injured list with a left-shoulder strain.
The '50-HR, .300 average MLB seasons' quiz
How many of the 20 MLB players to bat .300 and mash 50 home runs in the same season can you name in five minutes?
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.
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / March 10
Astros Injury Updates: Hader, Pena 
Things may be progressing well for Astros closer Josh Hader, according to this update from Brian McTaggart: While it should still be considered unlikely Hader would be ready Opening Day, this update does indicate that if Hader has to start the season on IL, he could potentially only miss the minimum required time.
Jeremy Pena News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 10
Astros’ Jeremy Pena takes step forward while dealing with finger injury
The Houston Astros are waiting the return of infielder Jeremy Pena, who has been dealing with a fractured finger. Pena is taking a big step forward, as he was seen Tuesday performing infield exercises with the team.
Cristian Javier News / Houston Astros on SI / March 10
Cristian Javier’s Spring Struggles Raise Concern for Astros Before Opening Day
Out of the plethora of Houston Astros starting pitchers, one of them is expected to pitch in the middle of the six-man rotation. That is right-hander Cristian Javier, who spent most of 2024 and half of the 2025 regular season on the injured list due to Tommy John surgery.
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.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / March 9
Houston Astros Unsurprisingly Send Top Prospects Back to Minor League Camp
The Houston Astros made another edition of spring training reassignments, but today's round came with a little more emotion than usual. This afternoon, the club announced that No.
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / March 9
Astros Roster Projections as of March 9
There’s some interesting decisions that have to be made. Where could the Astros be leaning as of today? This article updates my previous roster projection:
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 / Houston Astros on SI / March 9
This Weakness Could Be Trouble for the Houston Astros in 2026
When push comes to shove, it wasn't exactly a busy offseason for the Houston Astros and general manager Dana Brown. They did lose starting pitcher Framber Valdez to the Detroit Tigers in free agency, but signed Japanese star Tatsuya Imai.
Yordan Alvarez News / Crawfish Boxes / March 9
Opinion: The Astros Should Stop Overthinking It and Let Yordan Alvarez Play Left Field
At some point, the Houston Astros need to stop overthinking this and simply accept reality. Yordan Alvarez can play left field. And more importantly, if the Astros are serious about maximizing their championship window, they should let him.
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / March 9
Astros Prospects Spring Training Standouts
Baseball season is back, and spring training is in full swing. With that, there has been opportunities for prospects to play with the Major League club and show what they can do.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / March 8
Houston Native In Mix to Make Astros 40-Man Roster Out of Spring Training
We are a bit past the halfway point of spring training with 18 days left left to go. Beginning March 26th, the Houston Astros will host the Los Angeles Angels at Daikin Park to kick off the regular season.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / March 8
Two Astros Spring Training Games Highlight Growing Concern for 2026 Season
Spring training is well underway, and all 30 organizations are learning plenty about their teams as management tries to assemble their starting lineup and the official 40-man roster.
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / March 8
Astros Spring Training Updates: Pena, Hader, Matthews, more…
As we hit the midpoint of Spring Training, here are some new developments and comments from Joe Espada on the current state of the Astros: SS Jeremy Pena is fielding grounders, but not throwing yet: RHP Jason Alexander has been optioned to minor league camp.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / March 8
The Fastest Realistic Path to the Majors for Each Astros Key Prospect
The Houston Astros' farm system has been of concern in recent years, and that uncertainty continues into their upcoming campaign. Last season, 23-year-old Brice Matthews was named the Astros' No.
Houston Astros News / Viral Sports News / March 7
Astros Make Interesting Catcher Move With Familiar Name
The Houston Astros have made a strategic addition to their catching corps by bringing back a seasoned veteran on a low-risk agreement. The team has inked catcher Christian Vázquez to a minor league contract, complete with an invitation to participate in major league spring training.
MLB News / Athlon Sports / March 7
Astros Facing Decision After Red Sox Trade Report During World Baseball Classic
The Houston Astros exist in between two worlds this offseason as they intend on contending but have done little to upgrade the 2025 roster, which finished 87-65 and became the first Astros team to miss the playoffs since 2016.
Houston Astros News / Total Pro Sports / March 7
Geraldo Perdomo Suspects The Houston Astros Over Jeremy Pena’s Injury
The Houston Astros expected a routine injury update. However, the news turned into a heated storyline around star shortstop Jeremy Peña. The Astros announced
Carlos Correa News / Athlon Sports / March 6
Astros' Carlos Correa News Emerges After Removal From Lineup
The Houston Astros are gearing up for the 2026 season, and there is still hope that the current roster can make a push toward October baseball. While Houston missed the postseason last year, the group will still return many veteran superstars.
Jeremy Pena News / Total Pro Sports / March 6
Jeremy Pena Injury: Astros Face Huge Blow With Latest Update
Although the Houston Astros missed out on a playoff berth last season, Jeremy Pena delivered an outstanding campaign for the team. The Astros’ shortstop earned his first All-Star selection before finishing the best season of his four-year MLB career.
Jeremy Pena News / Field Level Media / March 5
Astros SS Jeremy Pena fractures finger playing for Dominican Republic
Houston Astros All-Star shortstop Jeremy Pena fractured the tip of his right ring finger during an exhibition game between his host Dominican Republic team and the Detroit Tigers on Wednesday.
Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 5
Jeremy Peña Diagnosed With Finger Fracture
The Astros announced that shortstop Jeremy Peña has a fracture in the tip of his right ring finger. He will be reevaluated in two weeks. Matt Kawahara of the Houston Chronicle was among those to relay the update.
Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 28
Josh Hader Still Uncertain For Astros’ Opening Day Roster
A bout of biceps inflammation in late January set Josh Hader back in his offseason prep, and has continued to limit the Astros closer during Spring Training.
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