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Astros fall short of fifth season-sweep; lose 7-6 to Rockies

Multi-hit games from four different Astros wasn’t enough to win this one After barely scraping by with wins in both of the first two games of the series against the Colorado Rockies, the Houston Astros couldn’t finish the sweep, losing the final game of the series 7-6.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 3

Astros tripped up by MLB-worst Rockies before big series

Major League Baseball's worst club showed why any team can win on any given day.

Jose Altuve reaches Astros milestone, eyes 3,000-hit mark

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Jeremy Pena News / Houston Astros on SI / July 3

Astros Provide Encouraging Update on Status of Injured Star Jeremy Pena

The injuries have just kept coming for the Houston Astros, who are now down multiple key contributors in their lineup. Already without designated hitter Yordan Alvarez, outfielders Chas McCormick and Jacob Melton and utility man Zach Dezenzo, the team had to place star shortstop Jeremy Pena on the injured list earlier this week.

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The '2025 MLB All-Star Starters' quiz

How many of the non-pitchers selected to start the 2025 MLB All-Star Game in Atlanta can you name in five minutes?

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Who should be the starting MLB All-Stars at every position?

The starting lineups for the 2025 MLB All-Star Game are set to be revealed on July 6. While the fans have their say for the starting lineups, the most deserving All-Star starters could be very different than the actual starters.

Houston Astros News / Athlon Sports / July 3

Astros Provide Yordan Alvarez Update After Jose Altuve News

The Astros are rolling, and are somehow even better without Yordan Alvarez, Kyle Tucker and Alex Bregman. They came into Thursday's game with the second-best record in the American League after a 5-3 win against the Rockies at Coors Field.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / July 3

Astros Veteran Outfielder Making Significant Progress in Return From Injury Setback

The Houston Astros have had a pretty difficult season when it comes to injuries, specifically, and yet they have been able to overcome this setback en route to an American League West-leading 52-34 record through the first few months of the season.

Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 3

Astros outfielder takes step toward injury return

As the Houston Astros are dealing with injuries to stars such as Yordan Alvarez, it doesn’t stop there, as it also includes outfielder Chas McCormick, though there is positive news on that front.

Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / July 3

Astros GM 'encouraged' by latest info on Yordan Alvarez's injury

It appears the Astros got some positive news on the injury that has sidelined a key slugger.

Astros' Christian Walker continues his torment of former NL West foe

Jose Altuve reaches Astros milestone, eyes 3,000-hit mark

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Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 3

3 Astros prospects who must be untouchable in trade talks

The Houston Astros are currently leading the American League West. They also have the second-best record in the AL. But while things are looking good right now, they will always want to tighten up their weaknesses, and the Astros’ trade market will be strong.

Jose Altuve News / Houston Astros on SI / July 3

Astros Star Jose Altuve Passes Franchise Legend For Second on All-Time Hits List

The Houston Astros won yet again on Wednesday night, now eight for their last ten and climbing within a game of the best record in the American League.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / July 3

Two Astros Star Pitchers Receive American League Honors For Month of June

Two Houston Astros stars have received some prestigious American League honors for the month of June. According to announcements from Major League Baseball, starting pitcher Hunter Brown has been named the American League Pitcher of the Month for June, and star closer Josh Hader has been named the AL's Reliever of the Month as well.

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Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / July 3

Houston Astros Boil: July 3, 2025

Welcome to the Thursday Boil Houston Astros News Injuries and roster moves Altuve passes Bagwell for second all-time in hits Can Altuve catch Biggio? (Chron) Luis Guillorme on IL (MSN) Astros on All-Star reserve?

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / July 3

Five Houston Astros Top Prospects to Watch at MLB Trade Deadline

The Houston Astros appear to be lined up as clear buyers ahead of the July 31 MLB trade deadline — and that could mean dealing prospects to get deals done.

Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 3

Jose Altuve surpasses Jeff Bagwell in Astros history with base knock

The Houston Astros are once again in the lead in the AL West standings, as they have extended their reign of terror over their division rivals despite losing one of their franchise cornerstones, Alex Bregman, in free agency.

Houston Astros News / Inside The Diamonds / July 3

Houston Astros Linked to Outfielder

As the Fourth of July approaches, the Houston Astros sit atop the American League West. They have a 51-34 record. The Astros hold a seven-game cushion over the Mariners.

Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / July 2

Jose Altuve, Astros pile up hits in victory over Rockies

Jose Altuve had two singles to pass Jeff Bagwell for second on Houston's career hit list, Shay Whitcomb hit his first major league home run and the Astros beat the Colorado Rockies 5-3 in Denver on Wednesday night.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / July 2

Astros take 12th straight series, win 5-3 in Colorado

Despite leaving 11 men on base, the Astros came away with the win Against the worst team in the MLB, the Houston Astros have struggled offensively, but have managed to win despite that, taking their second-straight game against the Colorado Rockies, winning 5-3 on Wednesday.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 2