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Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / September 24

Justin Verlander Reflects on the 2019 Houston Astros as Retirement Nears

The 2026 Houston Astros are fighting tooth and nail to return to the postseason, as they look to best the Texas Rangers for the AL West division crown.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 24

2026 AL Standings: Astros’ 4-run choke job costly in pathetic AL West battle vs. Rangers

The Houston Astros and Texas Rangers are battling it out. Both have losing records (78-80) and are duking it out for the American League West Division title.

Houston Astros News / CBSSports.com / September 24

How the AL West could make ugly MLB history as the Astros and Rangers' playoff race whimpers to the end

No sub-.500 team has ever made the playoffs, even out of a wild-card spot; this year, one could win the division

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Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / September 24

Astros Blow Golden Opportunity to Take Control of AL West

It seemed like the perfect opportunity was presenting itself to the Houston Astros on a late Wednesday night. The Astros had regained first place in the American League West division with a 7-0 win over the Seattle Mariners in the first game of the series on Tuesday.

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The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.

Houston Astros News / Athlon Sports / September 24

Joe Espada's Jeremy Pena Update is Concerning for Astros

Houston Astros shortstop Jeremy Peña remains day-to-day after being hit by a pitch, with manager Joe Espada providing an update on his condition as the regular season enters its final stretch.

MLB News / Crawfish Boxes / September 23

Astros at Mariners Game Discussion: 9/23/2026

TONIGHT’S GAME: The Houston Astros (78-79) will continue their final road trip of the regular season with the second game of two-game series against the Seattle Mariners (73-84) at T-Mobile Park.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / September 23

Houston Sets Lineup for Game 2 Against Seattle on the Road to October

The Houston Astros will continue with their final road trip of the regular season with the second game of a two-game series against the Seattle Mariners.

Cristian Javier News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 23

Astros Select Josh Hendrickson, Place Cristian Javier On Injured List

7:31pm: It’s a Grade 2 strain for Javier, manager Joe Espada tells reporters (including Chandler Rome of The Athletic). 7:10pm: The Astros announced they’ve selected lefty Josh Hendrickson onto the major league roster.

Yordan Alvarez News / Houston Astros on SI / September 23

Astros' Yordan Alvarez Faces Major Obstacles in Triple Crown Chase

Houston Astros slugger Yordan Alvarez’s quest for the triple crown got a little less daunting with a homer and three RBI performance against the Seattle Mariners.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / September 23

Latest on Key Astros’ Injuries in Huge Win over Mariners: Javier, Peña, Matthews

The Houston Astros got a huge much-needed 7-0 win over the Seattle Mariners on Tuesday night in T-Mobile Park that pushed them back into first place in the American League West division with a 78-79 record.

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The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.

Yordan Alvarez News / Yardbarker / September 23

Why Astros' Yordan Alvarez should win AL MVP

Houston Astros slugger Yordan Alvarez deserves to win the 2026 AL MVP.

We Are Watching the End of an Astros Era

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Houston Astros News / Just Baseball / September 23

We Are Watching the End of an Astros Era

By no means has this season gone the way that the Astros had hoped. After they were swept by the Braves at home this past weekend, Yordan Alvarez, a man of typically few words, decided to hold a players-only meeting.

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MLB News / Field Level Media / September 23

Astros eye postseason as Mariners on brink of elimination

The Houston Astros will look to move closer to a postseason berth when they visit the Seattle Mariners in the finale of a two-game series on Wednesday night.

Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / September 23

Astros slug 3 homers, blank Mariners to pull even in AL West

Christian Walker hit a three-run home run, Yordan Alvarez launched a two-run homer and Isaac Paredes added a solo shot as the visiting Houston Astros slugged their way to a 7-0 victory over the Seattle Mariners on Tuesday.

Jorge Barrosa News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 23

Astros Outright Jorge Barrosa

The Astros announced Tuesday that they’ve sent Jorge Barrosa outright to Triple-A Sugar Land. The 5’6″ outfielder cleared waivers after being designated for assignment over the weekend.

Carlos Correa News / Viral Sports News / September 22

Houston Astros Make Carlos Correa Announcement

The Houston Astros paused the grind of a late-September pennant race on Tuesday to mark a personal milestone for one of their own. Carlos Correa turned 32 years old, and the club used its social channels to send a simple, festive happy birthday greeting to the injured infielder who has been missing from the lineup since early May.

Yordan Alvarez News / Field Level Media / September 21

Yordan Alvarez, Astros enter critical final stretch against Mariners

Yordan Alvarez normally lets his bat do the talking. But after the Houston Astros were swept in a three-game home series over the weekend by National League East champion Atlanta, Alvarez felt compelled to speak up at a players' meeting.

Jose Altuve News / Viral Sports News / September 20

Houston Astros Announce Jose Altuve News on Sunday

The Houston Astros will try to salvage their weekend series against the Atlanta Braves on Sunday after dropping the first two games at Daikin Park. Atlanta took Saturday’s contest 6-3, leaving Houston at 77-78 and one game behind the Texas Rangers in the American League West.

Houston Astros News / Viral Sports News / September 19

Former Houston Astros World Series Champion Has Retired

Trey Mancini’s baseball life will always belong first to Baltimore, and that is why he signed a one-day contract Saturday so the Orioles could honor him as he officially retired before their game against Milwaukee.

Jake Meyers News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 18

Jake Meyers reportedly suffers season-ending knee injury

Astros outfielder Jake Meyers is done for the year after fouling a ball of his left knee cap in the minors, according to Brian McTaggart of MLB.com. He was placed on the minor league injured list September 12, per to his transactions tracker at MLB.com.

Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 17

Astros rumors: Joe Espada’s job security draws assessment from Ken Rosenthal

Houston Astros manager Joe Espada’s job security remains uncertain despite the club entering Thursday tied for first place in the American League West.

Carlos Correa News / Yardbarker / September 15

Astros get worst-case news for Carlos Correa's potential return

The reunion between the Houston Astros and Correa has not quite gone according to plan.

Clinging to AL West lead, Astros enter crunch time vs. Royals

Jonathan Aranda keys offensive outburst as Rays rout Astros

Daulton Varsho's offense finally showing signs of life for Astros

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Josh Hader News / Just Baseball / September 14

Josh Hader Is Reclaiming His Throne as MLB’s Best Reliever

Amidst the inconsistency of the Houston Astros 2026 season, left-handed closer Josh Hader‘s sustained dominance has them at the top of the American League West.