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MLB News / Crawfish Boxes / September 4
Astros vs. Diamondbacks Game Discussion: 9/4/2026 
TONIGHT’S GAME: The first-place Houston Astros (72-69), who hold a slim 2.0-game lead in the AL West over the Texas Rangers, will welcome in the Arizona Diamondbacks (74-67) tonight for the first of a three-game weekend series at Daikin Park.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / September 4
Astros Receive Huge Injury Blow to Bullpen During Postseason Push
While the depth of the Houston Astros starting rotation has been filled with uncertainty throughout the season, the bullpen greatly improved their performance from the start of the season.
Steven Okert News / Field Level Media / September 4
Astros place key LHP Steven Okert (hamstring) on IL
The Houston Astros' bullpen took a hit Friday when standout left-hander Steven Okert was placed on the 15-day injured list with a right hamstring strain.
The 'Multiple 3-HR games in a season' quiz
How many of the MLB players to hit three home runs in a single game multiple times in the same season can you name in five minutes?
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / September 4
One Troubling Trend Could Become a Major Problem for Astros in October
The Houston Astros home run numbers have hit a bit of a dip in recent months. The team is still among the top teams (currently fifth in the majors) in home runs, but their numbers have considerably cooled off since the end of July.
Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century
The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.
Steven Okert News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 4
Astros Place Steven Okert On Injured List
The Astros announced that left-hander Steven Okert has been placed on the 15-day injured list, retroactive to September 1, due to a right hamstring strain.
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / September 4
Astros Announce 2027 Spring Training Schedule
The Houston Astros are scheduled to play the first game of the 2027 Spring Training season on Friday, Feb. 19 when they host the Washington Nationals at CACTI Park of the Palm Beaches.
MLB News / Houston Astros on SI / September 4
Astros Starting Pitchers Tasked With Taking Down Diamondbacks
The Houston Astros took three out of four games against the Chicago White Sox to kick off their homestand, while also creating some breathing room in the AL West standings.
MLB News / Field Level Media / September 4
Fighting for postseason, Astros clash with Diamondbacks
The Houston Astros find themselves contending for a first-round bye in the playoffs despite being just three games over .500. Winners of six of their last eight games, the Astros (72-69) will aim to continue their ascent on Friday when they open a three-game series against the visiting Arizona Diamondbacks (74-67).
The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series
Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.
MLB News / Houston Astros on SI / September 4
Astros-Diamondbacks Series: Preview, Probable Pitchers, Injured List
The Houston Astros hope to keep the momentum rolling as they host the Arizona Diamondbacks in a three-game series that starts on Friday at Daikin Park.
MLB News / Field Level Media / September 3
Astros pitching holds down White Sox in series-clinching win
Daulton Varsho ripped a two-run triple and scored as part of a four-run third inning, fueling the host Houston Astros to a 6-2 victory over the Chicago White Sox on Thursday afternoon.
Aaron Judge News / Athlon Sports / September 3
Astros’ Yordan Álvarez Nearing Record Held by Aaron Judge
Houston Astros’ Yordan Álvarez is having one the best offensive seasons we have seen in years while attempting to carry the Astros to another American League West division title.
Daulton Varsho News / Just Baseball / September 3
Daulton Varsho’s Free-Agent Payday is Taking a Major Hit
Amidst the chatter of Freddy Peralta tanking a potential nine-figure free-agency check, Daulton Varsho‘s similar walk-season struggles have remained relatively quiet.
Carlos Correa News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 2
Astros’ playoff push could get huge Carlos Correa boost soon
The Houston Astros could get a late boost in the AL West race after Carlos Correa was cleared for the next stage of his rehab, less than four months after left ankle surgery.
MLB News / Yardbarker / September 2
Three impending free agents who need a strong finish to 2026
The projected free agent landscape has changed since the start of the 2026 season. But some players can still reap the benefits of free agency.
Houston Astros News / Athlon Sports / September 1
Astros’ Carlos Correa Makes Announcement After 102 Missed Games
The Houston Astros are closing in on getting a key piece of their infield, Carlos Correa, back just in time as the race to the postseason is heating up with just weeks left in the regular season.
Houston Astros News / Viral Sports News / September 1
Former Astros First-Round Pick Gets Dumped by MLB Team
Eleven years after the Houston Astros spent a first-round pick and a $4 million bonus on him, Daz Cameron is again looking for work. The Toronto Blue Jays designated the 29-year-old outfielder for assignment Tuesday as they expanded their roster and needed a 40-man spot to reinstate left-hander Joe Mantiply from the 60-day injured list.
Dana Brown News / EssentiallySports / August 31
'It’s Not About Winning the Division': Astros’ ‘World Series’ Pressure Loomed Large Over Dana Brown Before He Parted Ways
Mutual parting or not, Dana Brown’s tenure with the Houston Astros came to an end last week. The Astros announced the decision after the team won just three games during a nine-game homestand against sub-.500 teams such as the Athletics, Mariners, and Angels.
Juan Soto News / Yardbarker / August 29
Mets activate star Juan Soto off IL ahead of Astros game
He will bat second against the Astros and be the designated hitter.
Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 27
Astros Hire Brent Strom As Pitching Consultant
Brent Strom is back in Houston. Astros skipper Joe Espada announced this afternoon that the veteran coach with return to the team as a pitching consultant for the rest of this season (links via Chandler Rome of The Athletic and Brian McTaggart of MLB.com).
Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / August 27
Astros reunite with pitching guru Brent Strom for regular-season stretch run
With the race for the American League West crown hanging in the balance, the Houston Astros fortified their pitching staff with a major addition on Thursday.
Jose Altuve News / Larry Brown Sports / August 27
Jose Altuve makes Yankees fans pay after profane gesture
Jose Altuve was not going to be denied a big play despite hearing loud and profane chants from New York Yankees fans during an at-bat in Wednesday’s game at Yankee Stadium in the Bronx, N.Y.
Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / August 26
Astros could get playoff boost with Carlos Correa's return
A key part of the Houston Astros lineup could return in time for their final playoff push.
Joe Espada News / Larry Brown Sports / August 24
Astros leave manager Joe Espada hanging after firing their GM
Houston Astros manager Joe Espada is suddenly the lamest of lame ducks after the organization abruptly fired general manager Dana Brown on Monday. The Astros fired Brown after a losing homestand, but have not done the same with Espada.
Dana Brown News / Yardbarker / August 24
Astros part ways with general manager Dana Brown
Brown had been the Astros GM since 2023 and his contract was on track to expire at the end of the 2026 season, with no talks of an extension.
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