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Can Houston Find Another Steven Okert Without Overpaying?

Can Houston Find Another Steven Okert Without Overpaying?

Only two left-handed relief pitchers have an ERA below 2.00 when pitching on just one day of rest over the span of the last three seasons. One of them

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / November 10
Astros Face a Looming Deadline With Their Manager Search Still Unresolved

Astros Face a Looming Deadline With Their Manager Search Still Unresolved

When Randy Flores was introduced as the Houston Astros’ new general manager, he made his first priority loud and clear. Find a manager. Preferably soon.

MLB News / EssentiallySports / November 10
Albert Pujols Among Four Astros Managerial Candidates as Randy Flores Nears Decision This Week

Albert Pujols Among Four Astros Managerial Candidates as Randy Flores Nears Decision This Week

Four names have emerged as the Astros’ next manager—and one is a Hall of Famer. Randy Flores took charge as GM of the Houston Astros with his work cut out for him— pick a new manager to replace Joe Espada.

Yordan Alvarez News / EssentiallySports / November 10
'A Little Nervous': Yordan Alvarez Opens Up Ahead of AL MVP Announcement as Astros Star Awaits Career-Defining Moment

'A Little Nervous': Yordan Alvarez Opens Up Ahead of AL MVP Announcement as Astros Star Awaits Career-Defining Moment

The AL MVP race is down to its three finalists, and the wait for the results can be just as tense as the biggest moments on the diamond. For Houston Astros slugger Yordan Alvarez, the process is more nerve-racking, as he stands on the brink of his first individual accolade.

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The 'AL & NL Rookies of the Year' quiz

The 'AL & NL Rookies of the Year' quiz

How many of these past ROY winners since the 2000 MLB season can you name in six minutes?

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Yordan Alvarez News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 9

Astros superstar Yordan Alvarez is getting a little antsy about Thursday’s AL MVP reveal

Houston Astros slugger Yordan Alvarez addressed the wait for Thursday’s American League MVP announcement as he prepares for a busy awards week in Las Vegas.

Athletics News / Yardbarker
The offseason needs for every MLB team

The offseason needs for every MLB team

Another MLB season is in the books. The pending lockout is hanging over the heads of players and ownership, but there could be a mad rush of moves prior to December.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / November 9
Astros Predicted To Spend $140 Million on Slugger With Major Defensive Concerns

Astros Predicted To Spend $140 Million on Slugger With Major Defensive Concerns

After being swept in the American League wild-card series by the Chicago White Sox, the Houston Astros were in for some rather big changes this offseason.

Ian Happ News / Houston Astros on SI / November 9
Ian Happ Makes Sense for Astros Despite One Major Offensive Red Flag

Ian Happ Makes Sense for Astros Despite One Major Offensive Red Flag

The defensive problems would be solved, and his power would add an interesting switch-hitter who could help improve the left-handed profile of the Houston Astros’ lineup against right-handed pitchers, which is why Ian Happ stands out among the most suitable free-agent options in which it would make sense to make an investment.

Steven Okert News / Houston Astros on SI / November 9
Astros Have Compelling Free-Agent Fix for Bullpen Need After Okert Departure

Astros Have Compelling Free-Agent Fix for Bullpen Need After Okert Departure

There are several left-handed pitchers who could generate interest from the Houston Astros, who need to acquire a strong and dominant arm to replace the spot of Steven Okert, who became a free agent after pitching a couple of seasons in which he recorded a combined 2.8 fWAR and appeared in 136 games for the team.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / November 8
Astros Must Avoid This Potential Free Agent Bust This Offseason

Astros Must Avoid This Potential Free Agent Bust This Offseason

The Houston Astros are going to be looking on the free agent market to improve their squad going into 2027. A lot of what they will be looking at in the free agent market will be pitching, both in the starting rotation and in the bullpen because of how those units struggled in 2026.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / November 8
Astros Could Sign Familiar Face to Strengthen Their Catching Position

Astros Could Sign Familiar Face to Strengthen Their Catching Position

The Houston Astros finished 17th among 30 Major League teams in OPS from their catchers, and 21st in fWAR with the combination of Yainer Diaz and Christian Vazquez, who recorded 1.7 fWAR.

Bryan Abreu News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 7
Bryan Abreu’s Place In The Reliever Market

Bryan Abreu’s Place In The Reliever Market

The 2026 preseason played out perfectly for Bryan Abreu. Teammate Josh Hader was dealing with a shoulder injury that was going to cost him the first two months of the season.

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25 MLB prospects who will make an impact in 2027

25 MLB prospects who will make an impact in 2027

The 2026 MLB season was driven by top performances from young players, and the crop of young talent in the minors has never been greater. These 25 prospects could emerge as top MLB players in 2027.

Houston Astros News / New Baseball Media / November 8
What the Astros Should Target in the 2026-27 Offseason

What the Astros Should Target in the 2026-27 Offseason

New Astros general manager Randy Flores has some work to do this winter. Aside from hiring a new manager to replace Joe Espada, Flores will have to finalize a roster for 2027.

Clay Holmes News / Houston Astros on SI / November 7
Clay Holmes Could Solve an Astros Rotation Need but Comes With Real Risk

Clay Holmes Could Solve an Astros Rotation Need but Comes With Real Risk

Well, you already know how many problems the Houston Astros had stabilizing their pitching, especially their starting rotation, which ended up using 19 different pitchers, the new franchise record.

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Randy Flores News / Houston Astros on SI / November 7
How New Astros GM Randy Flores' Well-Rounded Expertise Brings Unique Advantages

How New Astros GM Randy Flores' Well-Rounded Expertise Brings Unique Advantages

Randy Flores' baseball journey is one that you won't find very often. It's been a story of perseverance and success that have now led him to be the new general manager of the Houston Astros.

MLB News / Yardbarker / November 9
Top five most likely trade candidates during the MLB offseason

Top five most likely trade candidates during the MLB offseason

The trade market could be active due to a relatively weak free-agent class. Let's take a look at the five players who are most likely to be traded.

Brewers just won their first World Series, but now the hard part begins
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'Multiple teams' reportedly showing interest in Ty France
Max Scherzer shares offseason plans
Yordan Alvarez News / Houston Astros on SI / November 7
Astros Slugger Yordan Alvarez One Step Closer to First AL MVP Award

Astros Slugger Yordan Alvarez One Step Closer to First AL MVP Award

In a surprise to absolutely nobody, Houston Astros designated hitter Yordan Alvarez was named as a finalist for the American League MVP award earlier this week.

Houston Astros News / Viral Sports News / November 6
Houston Astros Shake Things Up With 6 Sudden Roster Moves

Houston Astros Shake Things Up With 6 Sudden Roster Moves

The Houston Astros have activated six players from the 60-day injured list for their Dominican Summer League Orange affiliate, according to the official MiLB transaction log.

Albert Pujols News / Trade Talk Sports / November 5
Could Albert Pujols Give the Astros Something They Haven’t Had?

Could Albert Pujols Give the Astros Something They Haven’t Had?

There are plenty of reasons for the Houston Astros to be interested in Albert Pujols. He’s one of the greatest hitters baseball has ever seen, he’s familiar with winning, and he’s already had some success managing.

Houston Astros News / Baseball Now / November 5
Astros Reportedly Interviewing Cardinals Legend For Manager Opening

Astros Reportedly Interviewing Cardinals Legend For Manager Opening

One of the Houston Astros' biggest priorities this offseason is finding a new manager to replace Joe Espada, whom they parted ways with last month after three seasons.

MLB News / Yardbarker / November 4
Albert Pujols to interview for Astros manager job

Albert Pujols to interview for Astros manager job

Albert Pujols wants to be a Major League Baseball manager, and one of his former teammates is going to give him a chance at the job. Pujols is reportedly

Mariners go in unexpected direction for their new manager
Pat Murphy comes clean about his vulgar shot at the Yankees
Elly De La Cruz is being linked to one team in trade rumors
New favorite emerges in Tarik Skubal sweepstakes
Ketel Marte is being linked to one team in trade rumors
Albert Pujols News / Larry Brown Sports / November 4
Astros set to interview MLB legend for manager job

Astros set to interview MLB legend for manager job

The Houston Astros are the last MLB team left with a manager opening. 

Luis Urueta to interview for Astros' managerial job
Mariners go in unexpected direction for their new manager
Athletics to hire Brewers' Cam Castro as general manager
Pat Murphy comes clean about his vulgar shot at the Yankees
Elly De La Cruz is being linked to one team in trade rumors
Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 4
Luis Urueta to interview for Astros' managerial job

Luis Urueta to interview for Astros' managerial job

The Astros will interview Rangers’ bench coach Luis Urueta as part of their ongoing managerial search, reports Jon Morosi of The MLB Network. Yankees bench coach Brad Ausmus also received an official interview, reports Jon Heyman of The New York Post.

Houston Astros News / Viral Sports News / November 3
Houston Astros Make $13.5 Million Move to Begin MLB Offseason

Houston Astros Make $13.5 Million Move to Begin MLB Offseason

The Houston Astros moved quickly to retain third baseman Isaac Paredes, exercising his $13.35 million club option for the 2027 season on Monday. The decision, first reported by Chandler Rome of The Athletic and confirmed by the team, came as little surprise after the 27-year-old produced one of the stronger offensive campaigns of his career.

Tatsuya Imai News / Yardbarker / October 25
Three questions facing the Houston Astros this offseason

Three questions facing the Houston Astros this offseason

The Houston Astros find themselves at a crossroads this offseason.

Three questions facing the Texas Rangers this offseason
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Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / October 14
Five managerial candidates Astros should consider following Joe Espada firing

Five managerial candidates Astros should consider following Joe Espada firing

As Houston sets to embark on a pivotal offseason, here are five managerial candidates who should be on owner Jim Crane's radar.

Mariners reportedly set to meet with Joe Espada regarding manager job
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