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What Brice Matthews Spring Usage Says About His 2026 Role With Astros

The Houston Astros' farm system continues to be a work in progress, but there are a handful of prospects on board who are expected to make quite an impact on the ballclub.

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Why Astros Losing Games in Spring Training Poses Cause For Concern

Halfway through the end of spring training, and the Houston Astros have played 10 games with three ties, and only one win. Throughout these games, the Astros have scored a total of 32 runs, ranking at the bottom of the league in spring training while surrendering 45 runs, tallying a -13 run differential.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / March 3

Is It Time Astros Pivot from Trading Paredes to Trading Walker?

Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic calls the current situation untenable. MLB Insider Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic believes the Astros must trade 3B Isaac Paredes and get a lefthanded hitting outfielder.

J.P. France News / Houston Astros on SI / March 3

How J.P. France is Impressing Astros with Early Spring Training Results

The odds are against J.P. France cracking the Houston Astros starting rotation, a place he occupied in 2023 and part of 2024. But it doesn't mean he’s not trying to impress the organization anyway.

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The 'A.L. wins leaders since 2000' quiz

How many of the starting pitchers to lead the American League in wins since the 2000 season can you name in five minutes?

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Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 3

Ken Rosenthal demands Astros trade Isaac Paredes, but Red Sox talks are stalled out

As Houston Astros star Isaac Paredes has been in trade rumors, a lot of the talk surrounding it does make sense in terms of how many infield players the team has.

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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.

Will Bush News / Crawfish Boxes / March 3

Astros Spring Prospect Profiles: Will Bush

Over the next couple of weeks, I’ll be rolling out a series of prospect previews for Spring Training. This week we are looking at an up and coming bat: Will Bush Bush took an unconventional path to professional baseball, spending a year at Tyler Junior College before the Astros selected him in the 16th round of the 2023 draft.

Isaac Paredes News / Houston Astros on SI / March 3

Astros Linked to Blockbuster Trade for Cardinals Star Amid Isaac Paredes Drama

The Houston Astros are finding themselves in a situation which becomes a little bit more of a mess with each passing day when it comes to their infield logjam.

Lance McCullers News / Houston Astros on SI / March 2

Astros See Encouraging Signs in Lance McCullers’ First Spring Start

Houston Astros fans love Lance McCullers Jr. He's a household icon of Houston. With all the experience and pivotal moments he's showcased on the Daikin Park mound, like the postseason, he won't be forgotten in the Astros pitching lore.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / March 2

2024 Astros Draft Pick Making Significant Noise in Spring Training

The Houston Astros have a ton to look forward to this season with the team that they've constructed. After missing the playoffs for the first time since 2016, the Astros feel to be the most refocused team in Major League Baseball throughout spring, despite the poor results on the field.

Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 2

New Astros ace Hunter Brown looks sharp in spring start

While the Houston Astros’ 1-6-2 start in spring training isn’t ideal, there have been bright spots. During Monday’s matchup against the Washington Nationals, one of those bright spots shone.

Cristian Javier News / Houston Astros on SI / March 1

Astros Select Cristian Javier to Make Spring Training Debut in WBC Exhibition

The Houston Astros have set their starting pitchers for their next three spring training games that begin on Monday, including a plum assignment for a veteran pitcher in a World Baseball Classic exhibition game.

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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 / New Baseball Media / March 1

2025-26 MLB Offseason Recap: Houston Astros

After all the injuries that the Astros suffered last season to their pitching staff, it was fairly obvious that the rotation would be a focal point for the team.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / March 1

Astros Expected To Sign 18-Year-Old Cuban Right-Hander This Spring

The Houston Astros made some noise in the offseason in acquiring starters Tatsuya Imai and Mike Burrows, and while the Astros appear to be done making significant moves for right now, they could be approaching another deal very soon that could help them in the next few years.

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Yordan Alvarez News / Houston Astros on SI / March 1

Yordan Alvarez’s Astros 2026 Spring Training Debut Game is Officially Set

The Houston Astros have one goal in mind for the 2026 campaign, and that's to get back to the playoffs. After a season that led the Astros to 87 wins, players and coaches have reset and locked in this spring to ensure they come out of the gates firing on all cylinders.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / March 1

Astros Executive Speaks About State of Farm System, Future Changes

The Houston Astros are in a bit of a weird place in terms of roster construction heading into 2026. It's certainly not the caliber of roster that the World Series teams had and it's nearly a playoff caliber roster, but it's a re-tooling period for the franchise.

Isaac Paredes News / Houston Astros on SI / February 28

Isaac Paredes Joins Astros Lineup and Slams First Spring Training Home Run

When you’re one of the most buzzed about trade targets of the offseason and you don’t get dealt every move you make gets a little more attention. That’s life for Houston Astros infielder Isaac Paredes right now.

Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 28

Josh Hader Still Uncertain For Astros’ Opening Day Roster

A bout of biceps inflammation in late January set Josh Hader back in his offseason prep, and has continued to limit the Astros closer during Spring Training.

Houston Astros News / Last Word On Sports / February 27

What Lies Ahead for Astros Veteran Right-Hander

“Bury me in the H.” That is Houston Astros pitcher Lance McCullers Jr.’s signature phrase. He said it in 2022 after a fan asked if he would ever leave the Astros.

Jose Altuve News / Athlon Sports / February 27

Astros' Jose Altuve Already Attacking 2025 Problem at Spring Training

Jose Altuve has been one of the best hitters in baseball over the years. His consistency saw a decrease in 2025, however. So, what went wrong for the All-Star infielder?

Carlos Correa News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 27

Carlos Correa makes brutally honest admission on Astros return in 2025

Carlos Correa wasted no time establishing himself as a star in 2015 with the Houston Astros. He won the American League Rookie of the Year and looked like a future star.

Houston Astros News / Last Word On Sports / February 26

What All-Star Closer’s Latest Setback Means for Astros

Arguably, the biggest issue for the 2025 Houston Astros was injuries. The Astros took significant steps in the offseason for more depth on both sides of the plate to remain competitive in case of injury, and also revamped their medical staff.

Houston Astros News / Athlon Sports / February 26

Astros' Joe Espada Announces Yordan Alvarez News Amid Spring Training

The Houston Astros are looking for a resurgent season in 2026, and despite having a relatively quiet offseason aside from replacing left‑hander Framber Valdez

Houston Astros News / Last Word On Sports / February 24

Astros Reacquired Fan Favorite Outfielder Who Could Play Key Role

Even as the MLB season rapidly approaches in about a month, the left field situation for the Houston Astros remains unsettled. While it might be late to make any more trade moves, the Astros said they are not done yet.