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On YouTubeHouston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / April 30
When Is It Time for the Astros to Pull the Plug on Brown? Espada? Imai? 
At what point do the Houston Astros decide enough is enough? This question isn’t just about the players on the field, it extends to leadership at every level, from the manager to the front office.
MLB News / Field Level Media / April 29
Astros look for spark in doubleheader vs. Orioles
After quite a bit of idle time this week, the Houston Astros and Baltimore Orioles are in store for a busy day of baseball when they meet for Thursday's doubleheader at Camden Yards.
MLB News / Yardbarker / April 29
Aaron Judge, Munetaka Murakami are early leaders in MLB's HR race
A handful of hitters are posting home run rates that, if you stretched them out over a full season, would land in territory usually only discussed in MVP debates and record books.
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?
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / April 29
Astros-Orioles Postponement Sets Up First Houston Doubleheader Since 2022
The Houston Astros have announced they will play their first doubleheader since 2022 after Wednesday night's game against the Baltimore Orioles has been postponed due to inclement weather.
25 current MLB players who will end up in the Baseball Hall of Fame
Some things appear clear when it comes to Baseball Hall of Fame voting. The PED guys aren’t going to get in, or at least the hitters, and the rubric for starting pitchers has to be reconstructed on the fly.
MLB News / Field Level Media / April 29
Astros-Orioles to play Thursday doubleheader after postponement
Wednesday's scheduled game between the Houston Astros and Orioles in Baltimore has been postponed due to inclement weather in the forecast. The game is scheduled to be made up as part of a single-admission doubleheader on Thursday.
MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 29
Why Astros-Orioles game was postponed on Wednesday
The Houston Astros and Baltimore Orioles played the first game of their series yesterday, and it was the Orioles who walked away with the win. Unfortunately, the Astros will have to wait for another day to get their revenge, as the second game has been postponed.
MLB News / Houston Astros on SI / April 29
Astros Loss to Orioles Raises Questions About Two Key Players
The series opener against the Baltimore Orioles on the road for the Houston Astros didn't get off to a start that they were hoping for. Dropping game one 5-3, the Astros continue to bottom out in the American League West division, making it more difficult to catch up as the season rolls into May.
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / April 29
These 4 players have disappointed most through 30 games
The first 30 games of the 2026 season have been nothing short of a disaster for the Astros. Tuesday’s loss in Baltimore dropped their record to an AL-worst 11-19.
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / April 29
Astros Legends Series: Bob Knepper
Our 9th installment of the Legends Series features two-time All-Star Pitcher Bob Knepper. Knepper started 413 games throughout his major league career, spending several seasons as a reliable member of the Astros pitching rotation.
Tatsuya Imai News / Houston Astros on SI / April 29
Tatsuya Imai’s Startling Rehab Start Causes Concern for Astros Rotation
Tatsuya Imai's first rehab start with Double-A Corpus Christi on Tuesday night went well physically, but the results weren't what the Astros were looking for.
Who are the 25 fastest players in MLB right now?
Speed is more important than ever in MLB with recent rule changes promoting stolen bases. These were the 25 fastest players for the 2026 season, as recorded by the Statcast sprint speed metric.
Jeremy Pena News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 28
Astros shortstop Jeremy Pena takes crucial step toward injury return
The Houston Astros received an encouraging development on Tuesday as shortstop Jeremy Pena took another step in his recovery from a right hamstring injury.
Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / April 28
Astros slugger Yordan Alvarez blending power, plate discipline at rare level
When you look at the stat line of Houston Astros slugger Yordan Alvarez just 30 days into the season, you would think the numbers were not real.
Shane Baz News / Houston Astros on SI / April 28
How the Houston Astros Can Attack Shane Baz and the Baltimore Orioles
The Houston Astros came away with a win in the series finale against the New York Yankees at home and now hit the road to start a six-game road trip against American League opponents.
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / April 28
Astros Minor League Hotlist: April 28th
This will be your weekly look at the hottest prospects in the system, highlighting the top performers at the plate and on the mound. Anthony Huezo – Huezo has been on a tear to start the season and this week was no different.
MLB News / Field Level Media / April 26
Astros awaken to salvage finale, end Yankees' 8-game win streak
Spencer Arrighetti worked seven strong innings, Christian Walker produced a three-hit game with a home run and the Houston Astros salvaged the finale of their three-game series against the visiting New York Yankees with a 7-4 victory on Sunday.
Jose Altuve News / Athlon Sports / April 26
Astros Make Jose Altuve Decision Before Yankees Series Finale
The Houston Astros will look to avoid a sweep as they close out their series against the New York Yankees on Sunday afternoon. Houston enters the matchup at 10-18 on the season and trailing everybody in the AL West, while New York carries an 18-9 record and an eight-game winning streak into the series finale.
Bennett Sousa News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 25
Astros Reinstate Bennett Sousa From Injured List
The Astros have activated left-hander Bennett Sousa from the 15-day injured list, according to Matt Kawahara of the Houston Chronicle. Fellow lefty Colton Gordon is being optioned in a corresponding move.
Josh Hader News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 25
Astros closer Josh Hader likely to begin injury rehab assignment soon
The Houston Astros are monitoring encouraging progress from closer Josh Hader as he moves closer to a return from injury. Hader took a significant step forward Saturday, completing a 25-pitch live batting practice session at Daikin Park.
Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 21
Astros Select Daniel Johnson, Designate Christian Roa For Assignment
The Astros announced that they have selected the contract of outfielder Daniel Johnson. He takes the active roster spot of fellow outfielder Taylor Trammell, who has been placed on the 10-day injured list with a left groin strain.
Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / April 21
Joe Espada staying positive despite Astros' injury woes
The Astros entered Monday with 13 players on the injured list, the most of any team in the league.
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