Houston Astros: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Bennett Sousa News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 25

Astros Reinstate Bennett Sousa From Injured List

The Astros have activated left-hander Bennett Sousa from the 15-day injured list, according to Matt Kawahara of the Houston Chronicle. Fellow lefty Colton Gordon is being optioned in a corresponding move.

Josh Hader News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 25

Astros closer Josh Hader likely to begin injury rehab assignment soon

The Houston Astros are monitoring encouraging progress from closer Josh Hader as he moves closer to a return from injury. Hader took a significant step forward Saturday, completing a 25-pitch live batting practice session at Daikin Park.

Bennett Sousa News / ESPN / April 25

Astros' Sousa activated, Gordon sent to Triple-A

The Astros reinstated left-hander Bennett Sousa from the injured list before their game Saturday night against the Yankees.

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MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 25

Astros announce 2 roster moves after getting demolished by Yankees

The Houston Astros wasted no time addressing their battered bullpen following a humiliating 12-4 loss to the New York Yankees on Friday night at Daikin

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25 current MLB players who will end up in the Baseball Hall of Fame

Some things appear clear when it comes to Baseball Hall of Fame voting. The PED guys aren’t going to get in, or at least the hitters, and the rubric for starting pitchers has to be reconstructed on the fly.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / April 25

Houston Astros Fans Should Be Worried About 2026 Season Start

The Houston Astros didn’t just lose on Friday night, they were exposed yet again. A 12-4 loss to the New York Yankees dropped the Astros to 10-17 for the season, and most importantly leaves them sitting at the bottom of the AL West.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / April 24

Astros’ Joe Espada Details Tatsuya Imai’s Next Step in Injury Recovery

The Houston Astros had a plan to roll out one of the more underrated starting pitching rotations in Major League Baseball for the 2026 season, but injuries quickly showed how flawed the plan was.

Tatsuya Imai News / ESPN / April 24

Astros' Imai (arm fatigue) set for rehab outing

Astros rookie Tatsuya Imai, who is on the 15-day IL with right arm fatigue, threw his second bullpen session and will go on a rehabilitation assignment.

Yordan Alvarez News / Houston Astros on SI / April 24

Breaking Down Yordan Alvarez’s MVP Chances This Season

The Houston Astros might be at the bottom of the AL West division going into a big series with the New York Yankees at home, but there have been bright spots that get overlooked by the overall negative of the season.

Yordan Alvarez News / Field Level Media / April 24

Yordan Alvarez, Astros strive to do damage against Yankees' stellar pitching staff

The New York Yankees experienced a four-game blip with their pitching last week when they were unable to consistently record outs against the Los Angeles Angels.

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Who are the 25 fastest players in MLB right now?

Speed is more important than ever in MLB with recent rule changes promoting stolen bases. These were the 25 fastest players for the 2026 season, as recorded by the Statcast sprint speed metric.

MLB News / Houston Astros on SI / April 24

Who the Houston Astros Will Start Against the New York Yankees

The Houston Astros just reached their 10th win of the 2026 season after falling on hard times both offensively and defensively. The pitching staff continues to look bare as the franchise awaits several returns to help the starting rotation down the stretch of the campaign.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / April 23

Houston Astros Should Target Recently Released Phillies Starter

The Houston Astros' pitching staff has been worse for wear to start the 2026 season. With several pitchers, both starters and relievers, on the injured list, general manager Dana Brown has expressed that there are plans to look internally to help the starting pitching cause.

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Christian Roa News / Houston Astros on SI / April 23

Recently DFA’d Houston Astros Reliever Claimed by the Minnesota Twins

In a world where the Houston Astros haven't had the best of luck, pitching-wise, to begin the season, the franchise made a decision that they feel is best for business.

Yordan Alvarez News / Fastball on SI / April 23

6 Sluggers Who Could Unseat Yordan Alvarez as MLB’s Hottest Bat

Yordan Álvarez's performance for the Houston Astros has been eye-opening this season, to say the least. Álvarez is baseball's No. 1 hitter right now. There's no denying that.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / April 23

This Pair of Teenage Astros Prospects Impress in Fayetteville’s 12–8 Win

The Houston Astros Low-A affiliate had a loud day at the plate yesterday. Taking on the Myrtle Beach Pelicans, the Faytteville Woodpeckers collected 15 hits and a 12-8 win on Wednesday.

Yordan Alvarez News / Field Level Media / April 22

Yordan Alvarez homers in first, Astros shut out Guardians

Yordan Alvarez had three hits, including a two-run homer in the first inning, and Peter Lambert threw six shutout innings for the visiting Houston Astros in a 2-0 win against the Cleveland Guardians on Wednesday afternoon in the rubber game of their three-game series.

Jose Altuve News / Athlon Sports / April 21

Astros Announce Jose Altuve Milestone During Guardians Game

With the Houston Astros working their way to being on the right side of .500, they came into Tuesday's game against the Cleveland Guardians looking to clinch a much-needed series victory.

Yordan Alvarez News / Athlon Sports / April 21

Former MLB Player Urges Astros to Trade Yordan Alvarez

What started as a half-joking thought before a podcast segment has turned into a conversation worth taking seriously. Former MLB infielder Trevor Plouffe was on Talkin’ Baseball with co-host Jake Storiale, floating the idea that the Houston Astros should consider trading Yordan Alvarez.

Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 21

Astros Select Daniel Johnson, Designate Christian Roa For Assignment

The Astros announced that they have selected the contract of outfielder Daniel Johnson. He takes the active roster spot of fellow outfielder Taylor Trammell, who has been placed on the 10-day injured list with a left groin strain.