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Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / July 21
Three Potential Astros Paths at the Trade Deadline 
At 48-54 with 13 days until the trade deadline, the Houston Astros find themselves in a historically unusual position: they are farther away from .500 (6 games) than they are from the AL West division lead (3.5 games).
Josh Hader News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 21
Why Red Sox’s insane winning streak could open door for Astros to trade Josh Hader
The Boston Red Sox are in the midst of a 14-game winning streak. At the same time, they are negotiating potential trades just in time for the critical MLB Trade Deadline on August 3.
Yordan Alvarez News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 21
What Astros’ Yordan Alvarez said about trade deadline as he bolsters Triple Crown creds
The Houston Astros find themselves in the mix for the American League West crown, despite having an up-and-down season. Houston is led on offense by slugger Yordan Alvarez, who is having an outstanding campaign.
The 'Active 20-HR season leaders' quiz
How many of the active MLB players with at least five 20-home run seasons in their career can you name in six minutes?
Ronel Blanco News / Houston Astros on SI / July 21
Astros Saw Something Better Than the Box Score in Ronel Blanco's Return
A 7.71 ERA tells only part of the story. Ronel Blanco returned from Tommy John surgery with more velocity, sharper breaking pitches, and a higher ceiling than he showed during his breakout season.
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.
Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / July 21
Astros' Tatsuya Imai eager to regain form vs. slumping Marlins
Before reinstating pitchers Ronel Blanco and Bennett Sousa from the 60-day injured list, the Houston Astros executed a surprising roster move by demoting reliever Bryan King to Triple-A Sugar Land following their loss to the Baltimore Orioles on Sunday.
Yordan Alvarez News / Sport Relay / July 21
Peña, Alvarez Power Astros Past Marlins
The Houston Astros defeated the Miami Marlins 8–5 on Monday night at Daikin Park behind a six-run second inning that featured Jeremy Peña‘s grand slam and two home runs from Yordan Alvarez.
Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / July 20
Yordan Alvarez homers twice, Ronel Blanco returns as Astros top Marlins
Yordan Alvarez produced his fifth multi-homer game of the season to help the Houston Astros snap a four-game skid with an 8-5 win over the visiting Miami Marlins on Monday.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 20
Astros' Yordan Alvarez builds on AL MVP case in win over Marlins
While the Houston Astros have fallen behind in the AL playoff race, designated hitter Yordan Alvarez is staying firmly ahead of the pack in the chase for league MVP.
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / July 20
Astros vs. Marlins Game Discussion: 7/20/2026
TONIGHT’S GAME: The Houston Astros (47-54) will wear their City Connect uniforms tonight as they welcome in the Miami Marlins (52-48) for a three-game series at Daikin Park in Houston, TX.
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.
Janson Junk News / Houston Astros on SI / July 20
Three Astros Matchups That Matter in Lineup Against Marlins, Janson Junk
It’s make-or-break time for the Houston Astros. Following a series sweep by the Baltimore Orioles, the Astros are on the ropes. With the trade deadline approaching, there is urgency to win — and to win soon.
Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 20
Astros Reinstate Ronel Blanco, Bennett Sousa From 60-Day IL
The Astros announced that right-hander Ronel Blanco and left-hander Bennett Sousa have been reinstated from the 60-day injured list. The 40-man roster already had three vacancies, so these moves put the Astros at 39.
Ronel Blanco News / Houston Astros on SI / July 20
Ronel Blanco's 2026 Debut Could Be the Boost the Astros Rotation Has Been Missing
Even after the All-Star break, the Houston Astros starting pitching rotation has yet to put it all together and deliver. The group has gotten healthier as the season has gone on, but the stability has still not returned.
Houston Astros News / Athlon Sports / July 19
Astros Manager Provides Jeremy Pena, Christian Walker Injury Updates
The Houston Astros received encouraging news ahead of Sunday's series finale against the Baltimore Orioles after manager Joe Espada shared updates on Jeremy Peña and Christian Walker.
Nate Pearson News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 19
Astros To Designate Nate Pearson For Assignment
The Astros are designating reliever Nate Pearson for assignment, according to Chandler Rome of The Athletic. Rome adds that infielder Ray Delgado is in the team’s clubhouse, suggesting he’s been recalled from Triple-A.
Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / July 18
Astros SS Jeremy Pena, 1B Christian Walker exit with injuries
Astros shortstop Jeremy Pena and first baseman Christian Walker departed with injuries on Saturday against the Baltimore Orioles. Pena displayed discomfort during his second plate appearance against Orioles left-hander Trevor Rogers before striking out in the bottom of the third inning.
Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 18
Lance McCullers Jr. sends message to Astros after Brewers trade
The Houston Astros ended Lance McCullers Jr.’s tenure with the organization Wednesday by trading him to the Milwaukee Brewers. The Astros sent McCullers, Colton Gordon, and cash to the Brewers for outfield prospect Jadyn Fielder.
Yordan Alvarez News / Larry Brown Sports / July 18
Astros could make a major Yordan Alvarez move
The Houston Astros could be getting real experimental for the stretch run of the season. Houston could potentially move their star slugger Yordan Alvarez
Lucas Spence News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 17
Astros Select Lucas Spence
The Astros announced Friday that they’ve selected the contract of outfielder Lucas Spence from Triple-A Sugar Land. Houston also reinstated righty Kai-Wei Teng from the 15-day injured list and placed Brice Matthews on the 10-day IL with a sprained left knee.
The 'MLB Playoff games with 10 K's, 0 BBs or runs' quiz
How many of the MLB pitchers to strikeout at least 10 batters while walking none and allowing no runs in a playoff game can you name in five minutes?
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 15
Three prominent MLB trade chips that are likely to not be traded
As we get closer to the Aug. 3 MLB trade deadline, there have been ongoing trade speculations surrounding certain franchise cornerstones getting dealt as they fulfill teams' needs.
Peter Lambert News / Just Baseball / July 15
What’s Behind Peter Lambert’s Career Year?
The Houston Astros seem to be a team in transition, with former stars like Alex Bregman, Kyle Tucker and Framber Valdez donning different jerseys in 2026.
Lance McCullers Jr. News / Yardbarker / July 15
Brewers acquire right-handed starter Lance McCullers Jr. from Astros
With the deadline a few weeks away, trade season is kicking into gear.
Yordan Alvarez News / Yardbarker / July 11
Astros' Yordan Alvarez continues to be nightmare matchup for Rangers
The AL MVP favorite and Houston Astros slugger Yordan Alvarez has been unstoppable against the Texas Rangers, as he has crushed eight home runs against them this season.
Peter Lambert News / Yardbarker / July 6
Peter Lambert has proved his dominance in the Astros rotation
Lambert has been one of the biggest surprises this season and has proven his dominance as a trustworthy arm in the rotation.
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