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MLB player was denied a challenge thanks to weird rule

MLB player was denied a challenge thanks to weird rule

MLB players who want to make use of the new challenge system for balls and strikes are going to have to make up their minds quickly if they want those challenges to be recognized.

Cristian Javier News / Crawfish Boxes / March 22

Should Astros Be Worried About Cristian Javier?

Javier’s results in spring have been solid, but his peripherals don’t back it up. Astros SP Cristian Javier just finished his final outing of the spring.

Carlos Correa News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 22

Astros’ Carlos Correa shares frightening story of how he almost drowned

After a terrifying moment from last summer, Houston Astros 3B Carlos Correa recently revealed he nearly lost his life. During a family outing on Lake Minnetonka, Correa found himself stranded in deep water, battling severe cramps while trying to keep both himself and his young son afloat.

Tatsuya Imai News / Crawfish Boxes / March 21

Are Astros Lining Up Tatsuya Imai to be the Fourth Starter?

Looking at the schedule and the Astros’ plan to open with a 5-man rotation, there are certainly clues. Back on January 5th, at the press conference introducing

Eugenio Suarez News / Yardbarker Quizzes
The 'Active 40-homer MLB seasons' quiz

The 'Active 40-homer MLB seasons' quiz

There are 24 active MLB players with at least one 40-home run season under their belt. How many of those players can you name in five minutes?

The 'Last 30-HR season by MLB team' quiz
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Houston Astros News / Athlon Sports / March 21
Astros’ Joe Espada Shares Jeremy Pena Injury Update at Spring Training

Astros’ Joe Espada Shares Jeremy Pena Injury Update at Spring Training

With Opening Day now less than a week away, the Houston Astros still have a handful of question marks with regards to their impending 26-man active roster.

Athletics News / Yardbarker
One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026

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.

Red Sox to sign former Yankees relief pitcher ahead of Opening Day
MLB announces 80-game suspension for Johan Rojas
Mets star gets help from former teammate after clubhouse issues
Three comeback arms to watch in National League East
Five X factors in the AL Central
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / March 21

Astros to Open Season with 5 Man Rotation

Astros manager Joe Espada made the declaration before today’s spring training game vs. the Mets. Today, Houston Astros manager Joe Espada declared the team would open the season with a 5-man rotation, a reversal from earlier statements about using a 6-man rotation this season.

Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 21
Astros’ bullpen gets unfortunate injury update before Opening Day

Astros’ bullpen gets unfortunate injury update before Opening Day

With the Houston Astros preparing for Opening Day, the team is putting the last touches on the roster before next week, with the team looking to make some major noise.

Carlos Correa News / Total Pro Sports / March 21
Carlos Correa Reveals Shocking Story Of Near-Death Experience

Carlos Correa Reveals Shocking Story Of Near-Death Experience

Carlos Correa has not enjoyed much success on the field since he became a free agent at the end of the 2021 season. The three-time All-Star is back with the Houston Astros after a few years with the Minnesota Twins.

Houston Astros News / Last Word On Sports / March 20
How the Christian Vázquez Signing Can Help the Astros

How the Christian Vázquez Signing Can Help the Astros

It’s already past the middle of March, which means the Houston Astros are wrapping up spring training and getting ready for the season ahead in one week.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / March 20

Astros Facing Early Bullpen Questions as Opening Day Nears

As the Houston Astros inch closer to Opening Day, it’s time to confront an increasingly uncomfortable reality: this roster already has some notable “have-nots,” particularly in the bullpen.

Athletics News / Yardbarker
25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season

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 / Crawfish Boxes / March 20

Astros Prospects Deliver Strong Performances in Spring Breakout Game

Yesterday, Astros prospects took on the Marlins in the Spring Breakout game, and rather than provide a traditional recap, the focus here is on the positives and the players who stood out.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / March 20

In The Lab: A Look at Astros Offensive and Defensive Efficiency

Analytics has any number of practical uses, but the best and original use is to verify feelings that we may have when we watch the games. Emotional responses are often rife with bias.

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The 'Most 5-three-pointer NBA games' quiz
 The 'Most 5-three-pointer NBA games' quiz
The 'NCAA basketball tournament mascots' quiz
 The 'NCAA basketball tournament mascots' quiz
The 'Oldest 30-point game by NBA team' quiz
 The 'Oldest 30-point game by NBA team' quiz
The 'Active 100-catch NFL seasons' quiz
 The 'Active 100-catch NFL seasons' quiz
Houston Astros News / ESPN / March 19

Astros LHP Sousa (oblique) to start season IL

Astros left-hander Bennett Sousa will begin the season on the injured list, manager Joe Espada said Thursday.

Houston Astros News / Last Word On Sports / March 19
What Cavan Biggio Can Bring to the Astros

What Cavan Biggio Can Bring to the Astros

A familiar last name recently returned to the Houston Astros organization. The move was probably not expected, but it is now a nice story that has the

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / March 19

Projecting the Astros Opening Day Roster 3.0

The Astros will open the 2026 season in exactly one week. At this point in most springs, there might be two or three roster spots still up for grabs, but this year’s 26-man roster feels much murkier.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / March 19

Astros Welcome Back Ingram Little League with Rebuilt Fields After Hill Country Flood

The newly rebuilt Ingram Little League Ballpark, decimated by the devastating July 4, 2025 flooding will officially be debuted with a grand opening event set for Saturday, March 21 at 9 a.m.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / March 19

Astros News & Notes: Brown, Sousa, Spring Breakout, More 3/19/2026

Astros RP Bennett Sousa, who had a career season last year before being shut down with a pronator strain, injured his oblique during PFPs yesterday and

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / March 16
Astros Give Intriguing Top Prospect Chance to Take MLB Spring Training At-Bats

Astros Give Intriguing Top Prospect Chance to Take MLB Spring Training At-Bats

The opportunities to give young prospects that won’t make the opening-day roster chances at swings in spring games is dwindling. The Houston Astros gave one of their top prospects the chance on Sunday.

Cristian Javier News / Houston Astros on SI / March 15
Cristian Javier’s Bounce Back Outing Positions Him Well for Astros Rotation

Cristian Javier’s Bounce Back Outing Positions Him Well for Astros Rotation

Cristian Javier missed part of this week in Houston Astros spring training to tend to a personal matter. Before that, his first spring training outing was uneven.

Houston Astros News / Athlon Sports / March 15
Josh Hader Bicep Inflammation 2026: Astros Bullpen Chaos & Fantasy Fallout

Josh Hader Bicep Inflammation 2026: Astros Bullpen Chaos & Fantasy Fallout

News that Josh Hader will open the season with biceps inflammation has put the Astros closing situation in flux. Bryan Abreu will fill in for ninth-inning duties, but will his performance force the Astros hand when Hader returns?

Ryan Weiss News / Houston Astros on SI / March 15
Ryan Weiss Emerging as Versatile Pitching Option for Astros This Spring

Ryan Weiss Emerging as Versatile Pitching Option for Astros This Spring

Spring training often creates opportunities for pitchers to force their way into, at the very least, roster conversations. Ryan Weiss has made the most of his chance to be a part of the Houston Astros roster.

Bryan Abreu News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 14
Astros Haven’t Yet Discussed Extension With Bryan Abreu

Astros Haven’t Yet Discussed Extension With Bryan Abreu

Bryan Abreu is slated to become a free agent at the end of the 2026 season, and the reliever told The Athletic’s Chandler Rome that the Astros hadn’t yet

Houston Astros News / Just Baseball / March 13
How the Astros’ Pitching Stacks Up in the AL West

How the Astros’ Pitching Stacks Up in the AL West

The Houston Astros finished the 2025 season looking up at another team in the AL West for just the second time in nine years. Now, their pitching staff might be the key to getting back atop the division.

Josh Hader News / Yardbarker / March 11
Impending Josh Hader IL stint still good news for Astros

Impending Josh Hader IL stint still good news for Astros

Closer Josh Hader and the Houston Astros have run out of time. 

Phillies facing troubling Bryce Harper development amid World Baseball Classic
Team USA stumble could cost Mark DeRosa MLB opportunities
Francisco Lindor encouraged after playing in minor league game
Five MLB managers who could be on hot seat
The 'MLB players hit by the most pitches in 2019' quiz
Carlos Correa News / Athlon Sports / March 9
Carlos Correa's Shortstop Move may Give Astros Difficult Decision

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.

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