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Hayden Wesneski News / Houston Astros on SI / September 2
Hayden Wesneski Looks Like Himself Again, and the Astros Need It to Be Real
Hayden Wesneski is back. His last two starts have been dominant, especially the five innings he pitched while limiting the New York Yankees to three hits and one run to win the series in New York.
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / September 2
Astros Announce Minor League Players of the Month for August 
The Houston Astros player development department has named IF/OF Logan Hughes the Astros Player of the Month for August and RHP Alex Santos II the Astros Pitcher of the Month for August.
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / September 2
Dana Brown Endorses Joe Espada as Astros Manager
While making the rounds on his post-firing tour, former Astros GM Dana Brown has only good things to say about the team’s current manager Joe Espada on the Foul Territory podcast: The most important aspect of this was that Brown stated Espada was both liked and respected by the players.
The 'Multiple 3-HR games in a season' quiz
How many of the MLB players to hit three home runs in a single game multiple times in the same season can you name in five minutes?
Jose Altuve News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 2
White Sox announcer’s awkward slip has Astros fans asking ‘Jose Altuve is what?’
The Houston Astros and Chicago White Sox already had plenty happening on the field, but one awkward broadcast moment quickly stole the spotlight. During the latest American League matchup, Chicago announcer John Schriffen appeared to say something that sounded like “Altuve is r******” while discussing the nine-time All-Star.
Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century
The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.
Carlos Correa News / Houston Astros on SI / September 2
Carlos Correa Update Could Give Astros Extra Boost They Need for Late-Season Push
The Houston Astros are in danger of missing the playoffs as they fell to 70-69 on the year after losing game two of the series against the Chicago White Sox.
Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 1
Astros ex-GM makes attention-grabbing Jeremy Pena, Hunter Brown contract extension revelations
Former Houston Astros general manager Dana Brown confirmed Tuesday that the organization made attempts to sign Jeremy Pena and Hunter Brown to contract extensions before his departure from the front office.
Carlos Correa News / Athlon Sports / September 1
Astros’ Carlos Correa Makes Announcement After 102 Missed Games
The Houston Astros are closing in on getting a key piece of their infield, Carlos Correa, back just in time as the race to the postseason is heating up with just weeks left in the regular season.
Houston Astros News / Viral Sports News / September 1
Former Astros First-Round Pick Gets Dumped by MLB Team
Eleven years after the Houston Astros spent a first-round pick and a $4 million bonus on him, Daz Cameron is again looking for work. The Toronto Blue Jays designated the 29-year-old outfielder for assignment Tuesday as they expanded their roster and needed a 40-man spot to reinstate left-hander Joe Mantiply from the 60-day injured list.
Nelson Velazquez News / Houston Astros on SI / September 1
Nelson Velasquez Provides Spark in the Midst of Rough Stretch for Astros
Houston Astros outfielder Nelson Velazquez was having a rough run at the plate with the team before a go-ahead homer provided life for both the franchise and Velazquez.
The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series
Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.
Cam Smith News / Houston Astros on SI / September 1
Cam Smith Continues to Show Why He Should Be the Future of Astros Baseball
The Houston Astros are starting to create some breathing room in their record, now sitting at 70-68 with one full month remaining in the 2026 regular season.
Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / August 31
Nelson Velazquez, Cam Smith power Astros to win over White Sox
Nelson Velazquez slugged a mammoth two-run homer, Cam Smith recorded two extra-base hits and two RBIs, and the Houston Astros defeated the visiting Chicago White Sox 6-3 in the opener of a four-game series between first-place clubs on Monday.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / August 31
Astros Release Probable Pitchers for Key White Sox Series
After a disappointing homestand against three divisional opponents, the Houston Astros hit the road for six games in New York against the Yankees and Mets.
MLB News / Field Level Media / August 31
Astros, White Sox open 4-game series between division leaders
Emblematic of a season that finds them one game over .500 with one month left, the Houston Astros followed a dismal nine-game homestand against three divisional foes with losing records by winning back-to-back road series in New York against the Yankees and Mets.
Dana Brown News / EssentiallySports / August 31
'It’s Not About Winning the Division': Astros’ ‘World Series’ Pressure Loomed Large Over Dana Brown Before He Parted Ways
Mutual parting or not, Dana Brown’s tenure with the Houston Astros came to an end last week. The Astros announced the decision after the team won just three games during a nine-game homestand against sub-.500 teams such as the Athletics, Mariners, and Angels.
Houston Astros News / Just Baseball / August 31
Could Yordan Alvarez Win the Triple Crown Along With His MVP?
By now, I think we can all agree that Yordan Alvarez is a special player. Since his debut in 2019, Alvarez has posted a wRC+ of 160 or better three times, with 2026 tracking to be his fourth.
LaMonte Wade Jr. News / Field Level Media / August 30
LaMonte Wade Jr. homers to help Astros top Mets
LaMonte Wade Jr. cracked a two-run homer in the sixth inning that put the visiting Houston Astros ahead for good in a 6-3 win over the New York Mets on Sunday.
Carlos Correa News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 30
Astros’ Carlos Correa gets encouraging injury update ahead of next recovery step
The Houston Astros have been without Carlos Correa for several months as he’s been working his way back from a tendon tear in his left ankle. With the club making a push for the playoffs in the final stretch of the regular season, the veteran infielder received inspiring news in his latest injury update.
Juan Soto News / Yardbarker / August 29
Mets activate star Juan Soto off IL ahead of Astros game
He will bat second against the Astros and be the designated hitter.
Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 27
Astros Hire Brent Strom As Pitching Consultant
Brent Strom is back in Houston. Astros skipper Joe Espada announced this afternoon that the veteran coach with return to the team as a pitching consultant for the rest of this season (links via Chandler Rome of The Athletic and Brian McTaggart of MLB.com).
Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / August 27
Astros reunite with pitching guru Brent Strom for regular-season stretch run
With the race for the American League West crown hanging in the balance, the Houston Astros fortified their pitching staff with a major addition on Thursday.
Jose Altuve News / Larry Brown Sports / August 27
Jose Altuve makes Yankees fans pay after profane gesture
Jose Altuve was not going to be denied a big play despite hearing loud and profane chants from New York Yankees fans during an at-bat in Wednesday’s game at Yankee Stadium in the Bronx, N.Y.
Carlos Correa News / Yardbarker / August 26
Astros could get playoff boost with Carlos Correa's return
A key part of the Houston Astros lineup could return in time for their final playoff push.
Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 25
Joe Espada to remain Astros manager for rest of season
The Astros parted with general manager Dana Brown yesterday, leading to speculation about manager Joe Espada’s job security. His gig appears safe. Owner Jim Crane met with reporters before Tuesday’s matchup against the Yankees and said Espada will remain in his role for the rest of the 2026 campaign (h/t Chandler Rome of The Athletic).
Houston Astros News / Larry Brown Sports / August 24
Astros leave manager Joe Espada hanging after firing their GM
Houston Astros manager Joe Espada is suddenly the lamest of lame ducks after the organization abruptly fired general manager Dana Brown on Monday. The Astros fired Brown after a losing homestand, but have not done the same with Espada.
Dana Brown News / Yardbarker / August 24
Astros part ways with general manager Dana Brown
Brown had been the Astros GM since 2023 and his contract was on track to expire at the end of the 2026 season, with no talks of an extension.
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