Houston Astros: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Bryan Abreu News / Crawfish Boxes / April 18

Abreu Implodes Again, Astros Crushed by Cardinals 9-4

Bryan Abreu’s struggles continued last night, and the Astros lost their second straight game at home in a 9-4 defeat at the hands of the St. Louis Cardinals at Daikin Park.

Yainer Diaz News / Field Level Media / April 18

With Yainer Diaz struggling, Astros aim to even series vs. Cards

Houston catcher Yainer Diaz was absent from the starting lineup on Friday when the Astros lost 9-4 to the visiting St. Louis Cardinals in the opener of a three-game interleague series.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / April 18

Why Astros Should Consider Giving Christian Vazquez More Starts

The 2026 season hasn't been kind to the Houston Astros, especially for everyday backstop Yainer Diaz. Diaz has been the starting catcher for Houston since 2024.

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Brandon Bielak News / Houston Astros on SI / April 17

Astros Sign Former Reliever Brandon Bielak to Minor League Contract

The Houston Astros are so thin on their pitching staff that they're reaching back into the past to find depth they can stash away in the minor leagues.

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25 current MLB players who will end up in the Baseball Hall of Fame

Some things appear clear when it comes to Baseball Hall of Fame voting. The PED guys aren’t going to get in, or at least the hitters, and the rubric for starting pitchers has to be reconstructed on the fly.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / April 17

Astros Latest Roster Moves Confirm Ballclub Without Key Reliever Another 60 Days

To say it has been less than an ideal start for the Houston Astros would be quite the understatement, as injuries to the team's pitching staff are crushing a potentially great season.

Josh Hader News / Field Level Media / April 17

Astros place LHP Josh Hader (biceps) on 60-day injured list

The Houston Astros moved left-hander Josh Hader to the 60-day injured list Friday as the closer continues to recover from a biceps injury. The move gave the Astros 40-man roster space to purchase the contract of right-hander Peter Lambert, while right-hander Christian Roa was optioned to Triple-A Sugar Land.

Josh Hader News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 17

Astros Transfer Josh Hader To 60-Day IL

The Astros announced that they have selected right-hander Peter Lambert, a move that was reported yesterday. To open an active roster spot, they have optioned right-hander Christian Roa to Triple-A Sugar Land.

Isaac Paredes News / Houston Astros on SI / April 17

Astros’ Isaac Paredes Emerging as Possible Target for Brewers

When it came to the Houston Astros and general manager Dana Brown, there were a lot of rumors surrounding them over the offseason. One name that kept coming up was Isaac Paredes.

Houston Astros News / CBSSports.com / April 17

MLB picks, predictions for Friday: Expert's best bets for 15-game slate include Cardinals vs. Astros

SportsLine's Adam Thompson reveals his top MLB predictions for Friday's games

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Who are the 25 fastest players in MLB right now?

Speed is more important than ever in MLB with recent rule changes promoting stolen bases. These were the 25 fastest players for the 2026 season, as recorded by the Statcast sprint speed metric.

Isaac Paredes News / Houston Astros on SI / April 17

Astros Should Regret Passing on Isaac Paredes Trade as Value Slips

During the offseason, the Houston Astros made a calculated bet, and as the season comes into full swing, it is looking like that decision is trending in the wrong direction.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / April 17

In the lab: An early season look at defensive efficiency

If you are a regular reader of this segment, you have seen this before. The best stats are the stats that can be used for hitting and pitching. Offensive and defensive efficiency is one of those.

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Peter Lambert News / Field Level Media / April 17

RHP Peter Lambert joins Astros for series opener vs. Cardinals

While a handful of sterling defensive plays bolstered the pitching line on Thursday, the Houston Astros unquestionably displayed improved performances on the mound in the final two games of their three-game interleague series against the visiting Colorado Rockies.

Peter Lambert News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 17

Astros To Select Peter Lambert

Right-hander Peter Lambert will start for the Astros on Friday, with Chandler Rome of The Athletic among those to relay the update. Lambert is not currently on the roster, so he’ll need to be formally added prior to the game.

Tatsuya Imai News / Athlon Sports / April 16

Astros' Tatsuya Imai Shares Injury Update

The Houston Astros are set to play the Colorado Rockies on Thursday night. Injuries have been a problem for Houston throughout the 2026 MLB season. Tatsuya Imai, Jeremy Pena and Josh Hader are among a number of Astros currently dealing with injury concerns.

Josh Hader News / Athlon Sports / April 16

Josh Hader Return Timeline Emerges Before Astros-Rockies Series Finale

The Houston Astros continue to deal with a long list of injuries early in the season, but a notable development involving closer Josh Hader emerged this week.

Houston Astros News / Just Baseball / April 16

The Injury Bug Is Already Spoiling the Astros’ Season

The 2026 MLB season is only a few weeks old, and the Houston Astros already feel like they’re on the ropes. Sure, it may be overly dramatic and a turnaround could be coming.

Houston Astros News / Athlon Sports / April 15

Joe Espada Shares Reason for Jose Altuve's Removal From Astros Lineup

The Houston Astros have bobbled the start of the 2026 season, sitting in last place of the American League West division more than halfway through the first month of the season.

Jon Kemmer News / The Spun / April 15

Beloved Former MLB Prospect Killed In Car Accident at 35

A beloved former top MLB prospect was tragically killed in a car accident at just 35 years old over the weekend. Jon Kemmer, who spent six of his 10 professional seasons in the minor leagues of the Houston Astros' organization, was killed in an accident in Texas.

Tatsuya Imai News / Larry Brown Sports / April 17

Astros pitcher blames ‘American lifestyle’ for his arm injury

Houston Astros pitcher Tatsuya Imai is on the injured list after just three starts, and the Japanese right-hander thinks moving to America has something to do with it.

Spencer Arrighetti News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 15

Astros To Recall Spencer Arrighetti

Astros right-hander Spencer Arrighetti is expected to get the ball for an upcoming matchup against the Rockies, reports Brian McTaggart of MLB.com. It’ll come either today or tomorrow, adds McTaggart.

Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / April 14

Tatsuya Imai's odd explanation for injury might make sense

Astros pitcher Tatsuya Imai's odd explanation for injury might actually make sense

Tatsuya Imai's adjustment to Major League Baseball has not gone as well as hoped thus far.

Astros injuries could doom playoff hopes before they started

Carlos Correa sends a profane message amid the Astros' concerning situation

Blue Jays' Trey Yesavage could soon make return to rotation

Cubs, Padres reportedly interested in former All-Star Lucas Giolito

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Carlos Correa News / Larry Brown Sports / April 15

Carlos Correa sends a profane message amid the Astros' concerning situation

The Houston Astros are on a downward spiral, and they can’t seem to find a way to stop the bleeding. They suffered their sixth consecutive defeat on Monday, punctuating a four-game series against the Seattle Mariners at T-Mobile Park in Seattle, Wash., with a 6-2 loss.