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On YouTubeHouston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / April 5
Ryan Weiss’ Time May Be Now for Astros 
With Hunter Brown going on the IL and Cristian Javier’s pronounced struggles, the KBO star may be getting his chance to start for Houston sooner than later.
The 'Active MLB wins leaders' quiz
How many of the active pitchers to win at least 80 games can you name in five minutes?
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.
Hunter Brown News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 5
Astros Place Hunter Brown On Injured List With Shoulder Strain
The Astros are placing right-hander Hunter Brown on the injured list due to a right shoulder strain. Right-hander Christian Roa was recalled to the majors to replace Brown on the roster.
Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / April 4
Cristian Javier's struggles putting Astros in rough spot
There is still time for Javier to return to form and be that steady arm in the middle of the Astros rotation. However, if he continues to struggle, a return to the minors could be in the future.
Tatsuya Imai News / Houston Astros on SI / April 4
Tatsuya Imai Showcased Exactly Why the Astros Signed Him on Saturday
The Houston Astros made a sneaky-elite addition to their rotation early this year, and it's already paying dividends. The former NPB Japanese superstar pitcher Tatsuya Imai signed a three-year $54 million deal to come to the states at 27 years old, and that big contract may be a steal.
Christian Walker News / Houston Astros on SI / April 4
Christian Walker’s Recent Performance is Thrilling for Astros Future Goals
Yordan Alvarez has taken off like a rocket for the Houston Astros. But he’s not the only slugger performing well at the plate. Last year first baseman Christian Walker was a frustrating $20 million player.
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 / Houston Astros on SI / April 4
Astros GM Dana Brown Sends Strong Message on Yordan Alvarez’s Performance
The Houston Astros started their season rocky, but strung a five-game winning streak together to put them at the top of the American League West division.
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / April 4
Astros New Approach Is Sustainable
For the first couple of games, the Astros offense looked like it was trying to force everything. The swings came early, the contact was weak, and too many innings ended before the opposing starter ever felt uncomfortable.
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / April 3
Maybe the Joke’s on Me: Re-Evaluating the Astros’ Rotation Early in 2026
Maybe the joke’s on me. Before the season even started, as baseball experts and national publications kept insisting that Lance McCullers Jr. would be part of the Houston Astros’ starting rotation, I wasn’t buying it.
Houston Astros News / Last Word On Sports / April 3
How the Astros Offense Has Exploded To Start the Season
The Houston Astros have a 5-2 record after the first two series of the season. This is actually a new spot to be in for the Astros, who have not gotten off to the best of starts in the last few years.
Josh Hader News / Houston Astros on SI / April 3
Astros Closer Josh Hader Gives Exciting Update Following Latest Bullpen
After opening the season winning five out of their first seven games at home, the Houston Astros are beginning their first road trip of the season on Friday in Sacramento against the Athletics.
Isaac Paredes News / Houston Astros on SI / April 3
Astros Recall Slugger to Big League Roster, Isaac Paredes to Bereavement List
On Friday afternoon, before the Houston Astros game against the Athletics, Isaac Paredes was added to the bereavement list. This list is used when a player is unable to play for up to three consecutive days due to an immediate family member passing away.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / April 3
Astros Must Fix One Serious Problem or Risk Repeat of 2025
Right now, the Houston Astros look strong. They sit atop the American League West at 5-2, but their record doesn't tell the whole tale by any means. Offensively, the Astros look rock solid.
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / April 3
In The Lab: Astros Bench WAR Projections
If you have been reading this series, you know that we started at 48 wins because that is the generally recognized replacement level. From there, we added 20 wins for the lineup, ten wins for the rotation, and five wins for the bullpen.
Jeremy Pena News / Athlon Sports / April 1
Astros Get Jeremy Pena Injury Update After Missing Red Sox Game
Coming off of an excellent 2025 season, Jeremy Pena and the Houston Astros have been cautious with his recovery from a right ring finger fracture he suffered in the spring.
Houston Astros News / The Lead / April 1
Lance McCullers Jr. Is the Perfect Anchor for Astros’ Rotation
Monday’s 8-1 win over the Boston Red Sox had the Houston Astros feeling like it was the good old days. Jose Altuve reached base five times with four hits, two home runs, and a walk.
MLB News / Yardbarker / April 1
Early Red Sox slump could be cause for greater concern
It's only April Fools' Day, but the Boston Red Sox may already be in serious trouble.
MLB News / Field Level Media / March 31
Astros down Red Sox for 4th straight win after 0-2 start
Hunter Brown allowed one run and struck out eight in six innings to help the Houston Astros stretch their winning streak to four games by beating the visiting Boston Red Sox 9-2 Tuesday night in the second game of a three-game series.
Houston Astros News / Last Word On Sports / March 31
2026 Houston Astros Season Prediction
The opening weekend of the MLB season is now past us, and baseball is officially in full swing. The 162-game grind for the Houston Astros is underway, and it is a pivotal one for the club in 2026.
Zach Cole News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 31
Astros’ Zach Cole Suffers Broken Toe
Astros outfielder Zach Cole broke a toe on his right foot while playing in a Triple-A game, reports Brian McTaggart of MLB.com. He was hit by a pitch from Rangers’ non-roster reliever Mason Thompson in the fourth inning on Sunday.
Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / March 30
Jose Altuve's 2 HRs, 4 hits power Astros to blowout of Red Sox
Jose Altuve slugged two home runs and Lance McCullers Jr. carried a shutout bid into the seventh inning of his season debut as the Houston Astros claimed the opener of their three-game series with the visiting Boston Red Sox 8-1 on Monday.
Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / March 30
'I was kind of nervous': Ex-Japanese star flops for Astros in MLB debut
Nerves got the best of Houston Astros right-hander Tatsuya Imai in his big-league debut Sunday. In a 9-7 win over the Los Angeles Angels, Imai pitched 2.2 innings, walking four.
Houston Astros News / Last Word On Sports / March 29
Three Takeaways From the Astros Current 2026 Roster
The Houston Astros are looking for a bounce-back season. After not making the postseason for the first time since 2016 last year, the Astros needed to
Yordan Alvarez News / Just Baseball / March 27
Why Yordan Alvarez’s 2026 Could Make or Break the Astros
Yordan Alvarez is undoubtedly the top hitter in the Houston Astros‘ lineup, and one of the best left-handed hitters in Major League Baseball today. That’s been backed up by his recent production, but the problem is he’s not always on the field.
Yordan Alvarez News / Larry Brown Sports / March 26
Yordan Alvarez bizarrely gets robbed of a potential HR by Daikin Park roof
Yordan Alvarez fell victim to his own ballpark during Thursday’s Opening Day. The Houston Astros slugger Alvarez came to bat in the first inning of his team’s season-opening matchup against the Los Angeles Angels at Daikin Park in Houston, Texas.
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