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On YouTubeHouston Astros News / Last Word On Sports / December 20
More on the New Starting Pitcher the Astros Got in 3-Team Trade
The Houston Astros’ primary goal this offseason was to sign a talented young starting pitcher under team control for the future, and they have now found one.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / December 20
Astros Receive Underwhelming Grade From Recent Three-Team Trade
After a rather quiet offseason, the Houston Astros made a move on Friday as part of a three-team deal with the Pittsburgh Pirates and Tampa Bay Rays. The deal got Astros general manager Dana Brown some rotation help he needs, but not the top-of-the-rotation help that he needs.
Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 20
1 blockbuster move Astros must make after MLB Winter Meetings
The Houston Astros left the Winter Meetings with more questions than answers. Houston exited Orlando without addressing its most obvious roster flaw, and that silence only sharpened the focus of the offseason ahead.
The 'Active MLB home run leaders' quiz
How many of the most prolific power hitters in baseball today can you name in 5 minutes?
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / December 20
Astros Legends Dominate Best First Basemen in Franchise History by bWAR
Historically, when someone thinks of the best hitter on a given team, a lot of the time it's a first baseman. From Hall of Famers like Todd Helton and Jim Thome to current sluggers like Vladimir Guerrero Jr.
25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026
The stars were out in full force during the 2025 World Series. From Max Scherzer in Toronto to Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and of course, Shohei Ohtani, in Los Angeles, there was no shortage of the game's best under the brightest lights.
Dana Brown News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 19
Dana Brown drops ‘upside’ take on trade acquisition after 3-team deal
After missing the playoffs for the first time in eight years, the Houston Astros are looking to rebound in 2026. Houston is on the hunt for starting pitching this offseason.
MLB News / Yardbarker / December 20
Tampa Bay Rays get king's ransom in Brandon Lowe, Shane Baz trades
The Tampa Bay Rays were busy on Friday.
MLB News / Yardbarker / December 19
Pirates need to continue improving even after adding Brandon Lowe
The Pittsburgh Pirates struck out in their pursuit of free agent Kyle Schwarber to add a big bat to their lineup. They did not strike out on Friday in the trade market.
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / December 19
In the Lab: Left Fielder BPO 
If any position serves as a microcosm of the Astros 2025 season it is left field. It started with Jose Altuve in left field and Yordan Alvarez at designated hitter and ended with neither of them playing in left field.
Mitch Keller News / Houston Astros on SI / December 19
Astros Inquired About Pirates Mitch Keller in Trade Talks Per Former MLB Scout
The Houston Astros face a critical offseason with their starting rotation in shambles. Multiple pitchers are recovering from Tommy John surgery, and Framber Valdez is unsigned in free agency but unlikely to return.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / December 18
Astros Still Projected To Acquire Starting Pitcher Despite Quiet Offseason
A week after the Winter Meetings, and what have the Houston Astros done? Well, to put it simply, next to nothing when it comes to achieving their main goals.
The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era
America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / December 18
Houston Astros Have 3 Key Players Set to Rebound Strongly in 2026
The 2025 MLB season saw the end of what was an eight-year postseason streak for the Houston Astros after the club was ousted from the playoff picture during the final weekend of the regular season.
Yainer Diaz News / Houston Astros on SI / December 18
Yainer Diaz Among Best Houston Astros Catchers of All Time by bWAR
There may be no harder position in baseball for a team to nail than catcher. The Joe Mauers and Buster Poseys of the world are far and few between, and some teams struggle for a long time to find a long-term catcher.
MLB News / Houston Astros on SI / December 17
Astros Listed as Potential Fit for Diamondbacks Free Agent Right-Handed Pitcher
This is shaping up to be an offseason of change for the Houston Astros in terms of their pitching staff. Framber Valdez is likely gone in free agency, and that leaves a hole at the top of the rotation for general manager Dana Brown to fill.
Will Bush News / Crawfish Boxes / December 17
2025 Astros Farm System Position Series: First Base
The final review of the 2025 season will be looking at each position in the Astros farm system. Next up is the first base position. Will Bush Bush was drafted out of junior college a couple years ago but had a breakout season in 2025.
Hunter Brown News / Houston Astros on SI / December 17
The Case For Astros to Extend Star Pitcher Hunter Brown Right Now
Retaining key players for the Houston Astros has been tumultuous to say the least. Each time a player receives All-Star recognition or MVP status, or is just straight up valuable to a team, their value increases.
Houston Astros News / Last Word On Sports / December 16
Where Astros Pitching Staff Stands After Officially Signing Two More Pitchers
The name of the game this offseason for the Houston Astros is starting pitching. Uncertainty surrounds the starting rotation for Houston in 2026, as injuries ravaged the group last season. While Hunter Brown is the clear ace of this team, Framber Valdez will likely move on.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / December 16
Disappointing 2026 Projection for Astros Top Two Prospects
The Houston Astros are a team that, for quite a few years now, has been sustained by veteran talent, primarily players they have developed over the years through exceptional drafts.
Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 13
Dana Brown reveals how Carlos Correa reunion helped Astros fill crucial void
The Houston Astros traded for Carlos Correa in the middle of the 2025 season in a trade with the Minnesota Twins. With the campaign in the rear-view mirror, general manager Dana Brown reveals the void Correa filled by joining the team, despite Houston missing the playoffs.
Jeremy Pena News / Athlon Sports / December 12
Astros' Jeremy Pena Announces Personal News on Friday
The Houston Astros’ season ended in disappointment in 2025, as the team failed to reach the postseason for the first time in eight years. Despite the struggles, shortstop Jeremy Pena took a major step forward in his fourth MLB season.
Framber Valdez News / Yardbarker / December 10
Orioles turning attention to All-Star pitcher after Pete Alonso signing
The Baltimore Orioles made one of the biggest splashes of the young MLB offseason, but it sounds like they aren't done trying to make noise.
Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 10
Astros receiving 'minimal' interest in Christian Walker
The Astros kicked off the offseason by downplaying the idea that they would consider dealing away either third baseman Isaac Paredes or first baseman Christian Walker to clear the infield logjam the summer’s Carlos Correa trade created, but more recent reporting has suggested at least some discussions involving Paredes with the Red Sox.
Houston Astros News / Last Word On Sports / December 10
Why the Astros Could Trade Their Key Outfielder This Offseason
The Houston Astros have a primary focus this winter: acquiring starting pitching. It’s evident that for a team to go deep in the postseason, having a good starting rotation is crucial. Right now, the Astros’ starting pitching depth is weak.
Houston Astros News / Just Baseball / December 6
The Astros Are the Most Interesting Team to Watch This Winter
As we enter the Winter Meetings portion of the offseason calendar, movement should start to heat up as it does every year. Trades typically get to the finish line while agents, players, and teams have more interactions with each other than they do at any other point in the offseason.
Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 5
Astros send Taylor Trammell, Logan VanWey to Triple-A
The Houston Astros have sent outfielder Taylor Trammell and right-hander Logan VanWey outright to Triple-A Sugar Land. Chandler Rome of The Athletic was among those to pass the info along.
Jesus Sanchez News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 3
Astros have received interest in OF Jesus Sanchez
Sánchez had a very poor finish to the 2025 season, batting .199/.269/.342 over 160 plate appearances after being acquired from Miami at the trade deadline.
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