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Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / July 5
Astros vs. Rays Game Discussion: 7/5/2026 
TODAY’S GAME: The Houston Astros (44-47) will conclude their six-game homestand today with another rubber game, this time opposite the top team in the AL, the Tampa Bay Rays (52-44).
Yordan Alvarez News / Houston Astros on SI / July 5
Three Crazy Stats from Astros Yordan Alvarez’s Walk-Off July 4 Home Run
Yordan Alvarez is from Cuba. But on Saturday night he owned Independence Day. The Houston Astros slugger found out during the game that he was elected to the All-Star team as the designated hitter.
The 'Active MLB XBH leaders' quiz
How many of the active MLB players to rack up at least 500 extra base hits in their career can you name in five minutes?
25 MLB players most likely to be traded by the deadline
The MLB Trade Deadline has been quieter in recent years, in part due to playoff expansion, but 2026 is shaping up to be a more exciting one with several big names.
Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / July 5
Astros carry shaken-up roster into rubber game with Rays
For the Houston Astros, there are roster moves, and then there are roster moves. The Astros reinstated outfielder LaMonte Wade Jr. from the 10-day injured
LaMonte Wade Jr. News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 5
Astros reinstate Lamonte Wade Jr. from IL, options 2 players
The Houston Astros announced four roster moves on Saturday as they adjusted their roster ahead of their matchup against the Tampa Bay Rays. Houston activated outfielder LaMonte Wade Jr.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 5
Astros' Yordan Alvarez hits familiar holiday walk-off blast vs. Rays
No stranger to setting off fireworks, Yordan Alvarez sent the home fans happy on Saturday with a big blast of his own. Alvarez crushed a walk-off home
Yordan Alvarez News / Field Level Media / July 4
Astros snap Rays' 9-game win streak on Yordan Alvarez walk-off HR
Yordan Alvarez capped a three-hit, six-RBI night with a walkoff two-run home run as the Houston Astros rallied from a five-run deficit to outslug the visiting Tampa Bay Rays 10-8 on Saturday.
25 MLB players who could be first-time All-Stars in 2026
Being named to the Midsummer Classic is one of the biggest honors for MLB players. These 25 players have a chance to make their first All-Star appearance in 2026 based on their first-half performances.
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / July 4
Astros vs. Rays Game Discussion: 7/4/2026
TONIGHT’S GAME: The Houston Astros (43-47) will play host to the top team in the AL, the Tampa Bay Rays (52-33), for a July 4th matchup tonight at Daikin Park.
Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / July 4
Astros send OFs Jake Meyers, Joey Loperfido to Triple-A Sugar Land
The Houston Astros demoted outfielders Jake Meyers and Joey Loperfido to Triple-A Sugar Land prior to Saturday night's contest against the Tampa Bay Rays.
Jake Meyers News / ESPN / July 4
Astros option struggling OF Meyers to Triple-A
The Astros optioned struggling outfielder Jake Meyers to Triple-A Sugar Land in one of four roster moves made before Saturday's game against the Rays.
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / July 4
Astros Reinstate Wade Jr., Recall Dezenzo, Option Meyers, Loperfido
Today, the Houston Astros announced a series of moves affecting their outfield: Wade Jr., 32, was signed by Houston on June 4 to a 1 year, $1M contract.
LaMonte Wade Jr. News / Houston Astros on SI / July 4
Astros Activate LaMonte Wade Jr., Set Lineup for Matchup with Rays
The Houston Astros had to make a few moves before they could set their lineup for the Tampa Bay Rays on Saturday evening. The Astros activated outfielder LaMonte Wade Jr.
Tom Cosgrove News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 4
Astros Trade Tom Cosgrove To Nationals
The Astros traded minor league reliever Tom Cosgrove to the Nationals for cash considerations, as first reflected on the MLB.com transaction log. The left-hander was on a minor league contract with Houston and won’t occupy a 40-man roster spot with Washington unless the move was spurred by an upward mobility clause.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 3
Rays' Junior Caminero continues HR tear in win over Astros
Red hot like the weather across the country, Junior Caminero hit another home run on Friday as part of a Tampa Bay Rays' win to open up the holiday weekend.
Cristian Javier News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 3
Astros Reinstate Cristian Javier From 60-Day IL
The Astros announced that they have reinstated right-hander Cristian Javier from the 60-day injured list. Righty Miguel Ullola has been optioned to Triple-A as the corresponding active roster move.
Houston Astros News / Just Baseball / July 3
With the Astros Buying, What Does Their Perfect Deadline Look Like?
The Houston Astros appear ready to go for it one more time after telling teams there’s no point in asking about Jeremy Peña and Christian Walker, according to USA Today’s Bob Nightengale, as of June 21.
Cristian Javier News / Athlon Sports / July 2
Astros Announce Plan for Cristian Javier Upon Return
The Houston Astros will get a key pitcher back on Friday. Right-hander Cristian Javier, who has been on the injured list since April 9 with a Grade 2 right shoulder strain, will be activated before the Astros' series opener against the Tampa Bay Rays tomorrow.
Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 2
Astros rumors: 1 overlooked Houston pitcher is drawing trade interest
While the Houston Astros are 43-46 on the season, they sit just two games back of the AL West lead. They’ll have to decide whether to operate as buyers or sellers at the trade deadline.
Houston Astros News / Athlon Sports / July 2
Astros Pitcher Emerging as 'Sought-After' Target Before Trade Deadline
The Houston Astros are 43-46 heading into a three-game series against the Tampa Bay Rays. Despite their losing record, Houston isn't out of the playoff picture.
Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / June 21
Astros reportedly taking somewhat surprising approach to trade deadline
Reports on the Astros' approach to the trade deadline have emerged.
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