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Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / January 10

MLB Writer Nails Astros Top Homegrown Player Entering 2026 Season

One of the more fascinating offseason topics this winter has been surrounding the Houston Astros' starting rotation going into 2026. Framber Valdez is likely heading somewhere else and ending his time with the Astros.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / January 10

Astros New Trade Acquisition Reveals Hilarious Story of How He Learned of Deal

The Houston Astros went into the offseason needing desperately to improve upon what they had in the building after their first missed postseason appearance in close to a decade.

Houston Astros News / Just Baseball / January 10

Playing GM: 3 Moves to Complete Houston Astros Roster for 2026

The 2025 campaign presented the Houston Astros with unfamiliar territory. When Game 162 concluded, so did their season. For the first time since 2016, the Houston Astros watched all of the postseason from their sofas.

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MLB held its inaugural Home Run Derby event at the 1985 MLB All-Star Game. How many of the winners can you name in five minutes?

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Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / January 9

Which Astros Players Are Headed to Arbitration Hearings?

The Houston Astros were able to reach agreements to one-year contracts with nine players on Thursday, avoiding arbitration: Jeremy Peña (second year arbitration-eligible):

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The 25 most memorable sports plays of 2025

When it comes to unforgettable plays within the 2025 sports calendar, this was truly a special year. Here's our rankings of the 25 best.

MLB News / Athlon Sports / January 9

Astros Lose Player to Yankees During MLB Free Agency

The New York Yankees and Houston Astros rivalry has slowed in recent years, as the two teams have not met in the MLB playoffs since 2022. Houston has dominated much of the past decade, frequently advancing to the World Series while the Yankees have come up short, spoiling superstar Aaron Judge’s chances of bringing a title back to the Bronx.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 9

Yankees Claim Kaleb Ort

The Yankees announced that they have claimed right-hander Kaleb Ort off waivers from the Astros. The move was reported by Yankees Never Win prior to the official announcement.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / January 9

Three X-Factors Who Will Determine Outcome of Astros Upcoming Season

The Houston Astros are not the most well-organized franchise in the Major Leagues right now, but they have been working diligently to bolster their roster, particularly in their starting rotation.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / January 9

Rising Astros Prospect’s Wide Array of Pitches Could Pave Way to Majors

The Houston Astros have plenty of pitching. The problem is a good portion of it is either hurt or unproven. Spending on Tatsuya Imai is a short-term solution — or at least it could be.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / January 8

Full List of Current Houston Astros Who Avoided Pre-Arbitration Today

As the pre-arbitration deadline closes in, the Houston Astros were one organization that had more than a few negotiations to try to make as 13 players were eligible when the offseason officially started.

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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 / January 8

Astros Reach Agreement With Key Southpaw Relief Pitcher to Avoid Arbitration

The Houston Astros have had a pretty decent offseason to this point, as they continue to build a roster that should outperform their 2025 iteration, especially if it is able to stay healthy.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / January 8

Astros Land Surprising Spot After Climbing Latest Midwinter Power Rankings

The Houston Astros failed to live up to expectations during their 2025 campaign, primarily due to relentless injuries that caused numerous players to drop off the board.

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Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / January 8

Astros Newest Top Prospect Hasn’t Played First Professional Game Yet

One trade last month led to a shake-up in the Houston Astros’ Top 30 prospects. The Astros acquired Mike Burrows from the Pittsburgh Pirates in a three-team trade.

Framber Valdez News / Houston Astros on SI / January 7

Former Astros Pitcher Framber Valdez Passed Up By Cubs Following Recent Trade

We are a month away from players reporting to their respective teams for spring training, and former Houston Astros ace Framber Valdez has yet to find a home.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / January 7

MLB Insider Breaks Down Astros’ 2026 Rotation Plan After Imai Signing

The Houston Astros are losing their ace in Framber Valdez. However, the Astros were able to sign the top Japanese starting pitcher, Tatsuya Imai. The agreement will make him a co-ace with Hunter Brown in Houston.

Tatsuya Imai News / Houston Astros on SI / January 7

Astros Owner Jim Crane Explains Stance on Luxury Tax After Tatsuya Imai Deal

The Houston Astros surprised many by signing Japanese pitcher Tatsuya Imai to a three-year deal that could be worth $54 million. That’s if he stays with Houston all three years.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / January 7

Astros Sign Impressive Young Houston Native to Bolster Bullpen Depth

The Houston Astros went into the offseason eager to change some things up following their first missed postseason appearance in a decade, however they were always going to be on a financial limit.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / January 6

Astros Ownership Does Not Extend Contracts as Brass Enters Final Contract Year

Following a bitter end to the 2025 season, a year in which the Houston Astros missed the playoffs or the first time since 2016, rumblings of the job status centered around general manager Dana Brown and manager Joe Espada became uncertain.

Jose Altuve News / Houston Astros on SI / January 6

Astros Icon Jose Altuve Closing in on More Impressive Career Milestones

When there's a conversation surrounding loyalty to one franchise, Houston Astros second baseman Jose Altuve has to come to mind. The former MVP is going into his age-36 season, and throughout the years, he's had some impressive numbers on the back of his baseball card.

Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 6