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MLB News / EssentiallySports / November 10

Albert Pujols Among Four Astros Managerial Candidates as Randy Flores Nears Decision This Week

Four names have emerged as the Astros’ next manager—and one is a Hall of Famer. Randy Flores took charge as GM of the Houston Astros with his work cut out for him— pick a new manager to replace Joe Espada.

Yordan Alvarez News / EssentiallySports / November 10

'A Little Nervous': Yordan Alvarez Opens Up Ahead of AL MVP Announcement as Astros Star Awaits Career-Defining Moment

The AL MVP race is down to its three finalists, and the wait for the results can be just as tense as the biggest moments on the diamond. For Houston Astros slugger Yordan Alvarez, the process is more nerve-racking, as he stands on the brink of his first individual accolade.

Yordan Alvarez News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 9

Astros superstar Yordan Alvarez is getting a little antsy about Thursday’s AL MVP reveal

Houston Astros slugger Yordan Alvarez addressed the wait for Thursday’s American League MVP announcement as he prepares for a busy awards week in Las Vegas.

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Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / November 9

Astros Predicted To Spend $140 Million on Slugger With Major Defensive Concerns

After being swept in the American League wild-card series by the Chicago White Sox, the Houston Astros were in for some rather big changes this offseason.

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25 MLB prospects who will make an impact in 2027

The 2026 MLB season was driven by top performances from young players, and the crop of young talent in the minors has never been greater. These 25 prospects could emerge as top MLB players in 2027.

Ian Happ News / Houston Astros on SI / November 9

Ian Happ Makes Sense for Astros Despite One Major Offensive Red Flag

The defensive problems would be solved, and his power would add an interesting switch-hitter who could help improve the left-handed profile of the Houston Astros’ lineup against right-handed pitchers, which is why Ian Happ stands out among the most suitable free-agent options in which it would make sense to make an investment.

Steven Okert News / Houston Astros on SI / November 9

Astros Have Compelling Free-Agent Fix for Bullpen Need After Okert Departure

There are several left-handed pitchers who could generate interest from the Houston Astros, who need to acquire a strong and dominant arm to replace the spot of Steven Okert, who became a free agent after pitching a couple of seasons in which he recorded a combined 2.8 fWAR and appeared in 136 games for the team.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / November 8

Astros Could Sign Familiar Face to Strengthen Their Catching Position

The Houston Astros finished 17th among 30 Major League teams in OPS from their catchers, and 21st in fWAR with the combination of Yainer Diaz and Christian Vazquez, who recorded 1.7 fWAR.

Bryan Abreu News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 7

Bryan Abreu’s Place In The Reliever Market

The 2026 preseason played out perfectly for Bryan Abreu. Teammate Josh Hader was dealing with a shoulder injury that was going to cost him the first two months of the season.

Houston Astros News / New Baseball Media / November 8

What the Astros Should Target in the 2026-27 Offseason

New Astros general manager Randy Flores has some work to do this winter. Aside from hiring a new manager to replace Joe Espada, Flores will have to finalize a roster for 2027.

Clay Holmes News / Houston Astros on SI / November 7

Clay Holmes Could Solve an Astros Rotation Need but Comes With Real Risk

Well, you already know how many problems the Houston Astros had stabilizing their pitching, especially their starting rotation, which ended up using 19 different pitchers, the new franchise record.

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25 records that were broken during the 2026 MLB season

The 2026 MLB season was historic in many ways. These 25 records were broken during the season.

Randy Flores News / Houston Astros on SI / November 7

How New Astros GM Randy Flores' Well-Rounded Expertise Brings Unique Advantages

Randy Flores' baseball journey is one that you won't find very often. It's been a story of perseverance and success that have now led him to be the new general manager of the Houston Astros.

MLB News / Yardbarker / November 9

Top five most likely trade candidates during the MLB offseason

The trade market could be active due to a relatively weak free-agent class. Let's take a look at the five players who are most likely to be traded.

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Report: Aaron Judge had issues with Jazz Chisholm in 2026

'Multiple teams' reportedly showing interest in Ty France

Max Scherzer shares offseason plans

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Yordan Alvarez News / Houston Astros on SI / November 7

Astros Slugger Yordan Alvarez One Step Closer to First AL MVP Award

In a surprise to absolutely nobody, Houston Astros designated hitter Yordan Alvarez was named as a finalist for the American League MVP award earlier this week.

Michael King News / Houston Astros on SI / November 6

Michael King Could Be a More Valuable Bet Than He Seems for the Astros

The lack of stability and consistency were two of the major problems that defined the chaos of the Houston Astros’ starting rotation during the 2026 season.

Houston Astros News / Viral Sports News / November 6

Houston Astros Shake Things Up With 6 Sudden Roster Moves

The Houston Astros have activated six players from the 60-day injured list for their Dominican Summer League Orange affiliate, according to the official MiLB transaction log.

Albert Pujols News / Trade Talk Sports / November 5

Could Albert Pujols Give the Astros Something They Haven’t Had?

There are plenty of reasons for the Houston Astros to be interested in Albert Pujols. He’s one of the greatest hitters baseball has ever seen, he’s familiar with winning, and he’s already had some success managing.

Houston Astros News / Baseball Now / November 5

Astros Reportedly Interviewing Cardinals Legend For Manager Opening

One of the Houston Astros' biggest priorities this offseason is finding a new manager to replace Joe Espada, whom they parted ways with last month after three seasons.

MLB News / Yardbarker / November 4

Albert Pujols to interview for Astros manager job

Albert Pujols wants to be a Major League Baseball manager, and one of his former teammates is going to give him a chance at the job. Pujols is reportedly

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Albert Pujols News / Larry Brown Sports / November 4