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Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / September 27
Astros Magic Number Is 1 After 13-2 Beatdown of A’s 
It will come down to the final day of the season to decide the A.L. West, but Houston has inched closer. Astros 13 A’s 2 The odd innings paid dividends all night for the Astros, as they’d score in the first, third, fifth and seventh and ninth, along with the eighth for good measure.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / September 26
Astros on Verge of Clinching Most Unlikely AL West Title in MLB History
Someone has to win. Isn’t that the saying? That’s certainly true of the American League West this year. Someone has to win, even if it isn’t pretty. The
Houston Astros News / CBSSports.com / September 26
AL West officially the worst full-season division in MLB history as Astros, Rangers duel for playoff berth
The division winner, once decided, will head into the postseason without a winning record
The 'Multiple 30/30 MLB seasons' quiz
How many of the 19 players to join the 30/30 club multiple times in their MLB careers can you name in five minutes?
MLB News / Yardbarker / September 26
Justin Verlander professes love for Tigers, foreshadows HOF plaque decision
Despite needing to leave to win a championship, Justin Verlander's eventual plaque inside the Baseball Hall of Fame will likely show him wearing the Detroit Tigers' logo on his cap.
The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season
The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.
MLB News / Yardbarker / September 25
Sean Burke is the ace the White Sox need in the postseason
Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Sean Burke has a 2.94 earned run average over his last 79.2 innings with 90 strikeouts. Burke has continued to improve in his second full season with the White Sox and as a starter.
Josh Hader News / Houston Astros on SI / September 24
Josh Hader Falters When Astros Need Him Most
Josh Hader 'blew his first save of the season in a a difficult to watch 6-5 loss to the Mariners. Hader had been a lock-down closer in save situations up to that point and was forced to throw 40+ pitches in a losing effort on Thursday.
Daulton Varsho News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 24
Astros place Daulton Varsho on injured list
The Astros announced that they have placed outfielder Daulton Varsho on the 10-day injured list, retroactive to September 23, with left wrist inflammation.
Justin Verlander News / Houston Astros on SI / September 24
Justin Verlander Reflects on the 2019 Houston Astros as Retirement Nears
The 2026 Houston Astros are fighting tooth and nail to return to the postseason, as they look to best the Texas Rangers for the AL West division crown.
MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 24
2026 AL Standings: Astros’ 4-run choke job costly in pathetic AL West battle vs. Rangers
The Houston Astros and Texas Rangers are battling it out. Both have losing records (78-80) and are duking it out for the American League West Division title.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / September 24
Astros Blow Golden Opportunity to Take Control of AL West
It seemed like the perfect opportunity was presenting itself to the Houston Astros on a late Wednesday night. The Astros had regained first place in the American League West division with a 7-0 win over the Seattle Mariners in the first game of the series on Tuesday.
The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season
The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.
Houston Astros News / Athlon Sports / September 24
Joe Espada's Jeremy Pena Update is Concerning for Astros
Houston Astros shortstop Jeremy Peña remains day-to-day after being hit by a pitch, with manager Joe Espada providing an update on his condition as the regular season enters its final stretch.
Cristian Javier News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 23
Astros Select Josh Hendrickson, Place Cristian Javier On Injured List
7:31pm: It’s a Grade 2 strain for Javier, manager Joe Espada tells reporters (including Chandler Rome of The Athletic). 7:10pm: The Astros announced they’ve selected lefty Josh Hendrickson onto the major league roster.
Yordan Alvarez News / Yardbarker / September 23
Why Astros' Yordan Alvarez should win AL MVP
Houston Astros slugger Yordan Alvarez deserves to win the 2026 AL MVP.
Houston Astros News / Just Baseball / September 23
We Are Watching the End of an Astros Era
By no means has this season gone the way that the Astros had hoped. After they were swept by the Braves at home this past weekend, Yordan Alvarez, a man of typically few words, decided to hold a players-only meeting.
MLB News / Field Level Media / September 23
Astros eye postseason as Mariners on brink of elimination
The Houston Astros will look to move closer to a postseason berth when they visit the Seattle Mariners in the finale of a two-game series on Wednesday night.
Jeremy Pena News / Athlon Sports / September 23
Astros Manager Delivers Jeremy Pena News After Shutout Win Over Mariners
The Houston Astros received encouraging news on Jeremy Peña after the shortstop exited Tuesday’s 7-0 win over the Seattle Mariners. Peña was hit on the hand by a pitch during his 29th birthday, forcing him to leave the game for further evaluation.
Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / September 23
Astros slug 3 homers, blank Mariners to pull even in AL West
Christian Walker hit a three-run home run, Yordan Alvarez launched a two-run homer and Isaac Paredes added a solo shot as the visiting Houston Astros slugged their way to a 7-0 victory over the Seattle Mariners on Tuesday.
Jorge Barrosa News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 23
Astros Outright Jorge Barrosa
The Astros announced Tuesday that they’ve sent Jorge Barrosa outright to Triple-A Sugar Land. The 5’6″ outfielder cleared waivers after being designated for assignment over the weekend.
Carlos Correa News / Viral Sports News / September 22
Houston Astros Make Carlos Correa Announcement
The Houston Astros paused the grind of a late-September pennant race on Tuesday to mark a personal milestone for one of their own. Carlos Correa turned 32 years old, and the club used its social channels to send a simple, festive happy birthday greeting to the injured infielder who has been missing from the lineup since early May.
Yordan Alvarez News / Field Level Media / September 21
Yordan Alvarez, Astros enter critical final stretch against Mariners
Yordan Alvarez normally lets his bat do the talking. But after the Houston Astros were swept in a three-game home series over the weekend by National League East champion Atlanta, Alvarez felt compelled to speak up at a players' meeting.
Houston Astros News / Athlon Sports / September 21
Yordan Alvarez Makes Personal Decision After Another Astros Loss
Yordan Alvarez decided it was time to address his Houston Astros teammates after another difficult loss on Sunday. The Astros fell 4-2 to the Atlanta Braves at Daikin Park, completing a three-game sweep at home.
Carlos Correa News / Yardbarker / September 15
Astros get worst-case news for Carlos Correa's potential return
The reunion between the Houston Astros and Correa has not quite gone according to plan.
Daulton Varsho News / Yardbarker / September 11
Daulton Varsho's offense finally showing signs of life for Astros
After adjusting to a new environment, his bat is finally showing flashes of life, with solid offensive contributions as of late.
Jose Altuve News / Yardbarker / September 9
Astros' Jose Altuve joins elite MLB club with hit No. 2,500
Jose Altuve has added another remarkable accomplishment to his already-decorated MLB resume.
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