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On YouTubeHouston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 16
Astros’ Yordan Alvarez fires back at Joe Espada’s DH plan
As the Houston Astros prepare for the 2026 season, manager Joe Espada was planning on using Yordan Alvarez as his everyday designated hitter. However, Alvarez isn’t fully down with that plan.
Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 16
Astros’ Joe Espada’s ‘exclusive’ Jose Altuve announcement confirms much-needed change
The Houston Astros are preparing for a new season, and Jose Altuve hopes to bounce back. As the new season approaches, Astros manager Joe Espada indicates that Altuve would be playing a different position, according to Astros’ beat writer Chandler Rome.
Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 16
Jayson Stark thinks Astros are ‘hitting gas pedal’ in Isaac Paredes trade talks
The Houston Astros have opened spring training after missing the playoffs for the first time since 2016. They made trades last season to try to salvage the campaign, including the reunion with Carlos Correa.
The 'Live-Ball Era strikeout leaders' quiz
How many of the 36 MLB pitchers with 2,500 or more strikeouts in the Live-Ball Era (since 1920) can you name in five minutes?
Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 16
Astros’ Lance McCullers Jr. gets existential with cryptic comments on future
The Houston Astros had a poor 2025 season, and Lance McCullers Jr. ended the season on injured reserve. But as the season approaches, McCullers got existential when discussing his future with the team, or anything to do with baseball, according to The Athletic’s Astros beat writer, Chandler Rome.
25 MLB players who have the most to prove in 2026
The new MLB season brings opportunities as players head into their walk years and try to rebound from subpar performances. These 25 players stand out heading into 2026.
Joey Loperfido News / Crawfish Boxes / February 16
In The Lab: What Can the Astros Expect From Joey Loperfido? 
Analysis is a tricky game and any good analyst should acknowledge as many factors as possible. We saw earlier that Dana Brown said the Astros were not done.
Yordan Alvarez News / Houston Astros on SI / February 16
Yordan Alvarez Punches Hole in Astros’ Plan to Protect Him at DH
It's a popular idea when elite sluggers tend to get hurt. Put him at designated hitter and protect him from injury. It's happened throughout the game’s history since the DH was implemented in the 1970s.
Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 16
Astros sign son of franchise legend to minor-league deal
The Houston Astros added a familiar name to their organization on Sunday, signing utilityman Cavan Biggio, the son of Hall of Famer Craig Biggio, to a minor-league contract with an invitation to major-league spring training.
Isaac Paredes News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 16
Astros’ Isaac Paredes opens up about trade rumors after reporting to camp
The Houston Astros are running into the problem of lacking the quality prospects needed to sustain a contending team year-in, year-out as they look to supplement their aging core.
Isaac Paredes News / Houston Astros on SI / February 15
Astros, Isaac Paredes Tension Underscores Slugger’s Spring Training Arrival
Trade rumors have circled around Houston Astros slugger Isaac Paredes the entire offseason. Yet, the Astros have not found a deal worthy of pulling the trigger.
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 / February 15
Breaking Down Astros' Biggest Question Heading into Spring Training
Going into the offseason, all eyes were not only on free agent pitcher Framber Valdez, but also on Houston Astros general manager Dana Brown and how he was going to replace him if he left.
Jose Altuve News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 15
‘100% healthy’ Astros’ Jose Altuve reveals batting stance flaw he’s fixing after brutal season
For the first time since 2016, the Houston Astros missed the playoffs in 2025. Their string of consecutive ALCS appearances is long over now, and they are looking for any way to extend the dynasty.
MLB News / Field Level Media / February 15
Astros sign Cavan Biggio to minor-league deal
Cavan Biggio is following in his father's footsteps. The son of Astros legend Craig Biggio signed a minor league deal with Houston on Sunday. The contract includes an invitation to spring training as a non-roster player.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / February 15
One Veteran Outfielder the Astros Should Sign Before Opening Day
The Houston Astros have made some offseason trades, most recently in the form of reuniting with outfielder Joey Loperfido and sending Jesus Sanchez to the Toronto Blue Jays in exchange.
Jose Altuve News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 14
Astros’ Jose Altuve makes brutally honest admission about his 2025 performance
Houston Astros star Jose Altuve has been one of the more consistent players in baseball throughout his career. A nine-time All-Star, Altuve is often a tough out at the plate.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / February 14
Astros Create Financial Flexibility for Possible Veteran Catcher Addition
The Houston Astros enter the 2026 campaign looking to refocus after being eliminated from playoff contention for the first time since 2016. One way they did that was by moving on from some additions last season, most recently in the form of Jesus Sanchez.
MLB News / Houston Astros on SI / February 14
What Joey Loperfido’s Return to Astros Means for Houston's Lineup
The Houston Astros go into the 2026 season with a familiar face back in the clubhouse, as they traded away Jesús Sánchez to the Toronto Blue Jays for their former seventh-round draft, Joey Loperfido.
MLB News / Yardbarker / February 13
How Bad Bunny tried to get Astros' Carlos Correa to compete in World Baseball Classic
Bad Bunny has already left his mark on the NFL thanks to his performance at the Super Bowl LX halftime show. Now he tried to leave his mark on the world of professional baseball.
MLB News / Yardbarker / February 15
Blue Jays make savvy addition in trade with Astros
The Blue Jays made a key acquisition following news of Anthony Santander's injury.
Houston Astros News / Larry Brown Sports / February 13
Bad Bunny offered to pay for Carlos Correa’s WBC insurance
Bad Bunny continues to make huge moves in the sports world, this time trying to make sure one of Puerto Rico’s star players can play in the World Baseball Classic.
MLB News / Yardbarker / February 13
Astros, Blue Jays swap Jesus Sanchez, Joey Loperfido in win-win trade
It's a win-win trade.
Framber Valdez News / Last Word On Sports / February 12
Framber Valdez’s Best Moments With the Astros
The Houston Astros upgraded their pitching staff over the offseason and certainly have a strong rotation for 2026. However, the Astros lost one of their best pitchers over the past five seasons in left-handed starter Framber Valdez. This wasn’t a surprise as Valdez was expected to move on right after the season ended.
Josh Hader News / Field Level Media / February 11
Astros closer Josh Hader (biceps) uncertain for Opening Day
Houston Astros closer Josh Hader's availability for Opening Day is in doubt because the left-hander is dealing with biceps soreness, manager Joe Espada told reporters Wednesday.
Isaac Paredes News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 10
Astros Continue To Seek Left-Handed Outfielder In Paredes Talks
Astros pitchers and catchers report to Spring Training tomorrow. The team’s roster remains jumbled as camp is soon to get underway. They’re still heavily right-handed and have an arguable surplus of infielders with an unimposing outfield mix.
Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 6
Astros GM Dana Brown continues to downplay possibility of trade involving infielders
The Astros have seemingly had too many infielders all winter but general manager Dana Brown has consistently downplayed the possibility of a trade, doing so again this week.
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