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On YouTubeHouston Astros News / Just Baseball / April 16
The Injury Bug Is Already Spoiling the Astros’ Season
The 2026 MLB season is only a few weeks old, and the Houston Astros already feel like they’re on the ropes. Sure, it may be overly dramatic and a turnaround could be coming.
Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / April 16
Astros turn to Ryan Weiss in rematch vs. Rockies
Before Spencer Arrighetti produced six strong innings on Wednesday, Houston Astros manager Joe Espada discussed the opportunity facing the pitchers charged with replacing the starters who landed on the injured list during the recent road trip.
Spencer Arrighetti News / Houston Astros on SI / April 16
Spencer Arrighetti Reminded Astros Fans Why They Need Him in Rotation
On a night when Yordan Alvarez hit his seventh home run, the Houston Astros got the true boost they needed from Spencer Arrighetti. Houston's starting rotation has been besieged by injuries for the first two weeks of this season.
The 'Active 200-K MLB seasons' quiz
How many of the active MLB pitchers with at least one 200-strikeout season on their resume can you name in six minutes?
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.
Spencer Arrighetti News / Field Level Media / April 15
Spencer Arrighetti strikes out 10, as Astros beat Rockies
Spencer Arrighetti struck out 10 batters in his season debut and Yordan Alvarez slugged his seventh home run, as the Houston Astros claimed an interleague series victory against the visiting Colorado Rockies with a 3-1 win on Wednesday.
Houston Astros News / Athlon Sports / April 15
Joe Espada Shares Reason for Jose Altuve's Removal From Astros Lineup
The Houston Astros have bobbled the start of the 2026 season, sitting in last place of the American League West division more than halfway through the first month of the season.
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / April 15
Astros Injury Updates 4/15/2026 
Today, the Houston Astros released updates on many of the 13 players they have on the Injured List: • RHP Cody Bolton (right mid-back inflammation) was placed on the IL today and is currently not throwing.
Jon Kemmer News / The Spun / April 15
Beloved Former MLB Prospect Killed In Car Accident at 35
A beloved former top MLB prospect was tragically killed in a car accident at just 35 years old over the weekend. Jon Kemmer, who spent six of his 10 professional seasons in the minor leagues of the Houston Astros' organization, was killed in an accident in Texas.
Tatsuya Imai News / Larry Brown Sports / April 16
Astros pitcher blames ‘American lifestyle’ for his arm injury
Houston Astros pitcher Tatsuya Imai is on the injured list after just three starts, and the Japanese right-hander thinks moving to America has something to do with it.
Bryan Abreu News / Crawfish Boxes / April 15
With Abreu struggling, Astros will go closer by committee
Desperate for a win and clinging to a 7-6 lead over the Rockies on Tuesday night, Joe Espada sent Bryan King back to the mound to try to secure the game’s final three outs.
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.
Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 15
Astros’ Josh Hader, Tatsuya Imai injury updates will catch fans’ attention
The Houston Astros are not off to the best start to the 2026 campaign, starting just 7-11 on the year and in last place in the AL West. Injuries have already been an issue for the Astros, with multiple pitchers on the IL.
MLB News / Field Level Media / April 15
Astros, after snapping 8-game skid, eager to top Rockies again
Buried beneath the rubble of an eight-game losing streak was the fact that the Houston Astros entered a six-game homestand on Tuesday leading the American League in several offensive categories.
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / April 15
Is It Time Astros Replace Joe Espada & Dana Brown?
I will always begin with a mea culpa. If there is anything I detest in analysts and commentators is a lack of intellectual honesty. I was fully on board when the Astros hired Joe Espada as manager and Dana Brown as general manager.
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / April 15
Who’s to Blame for the Astros’ Slow Start?
Astros fans, who do you blame for the slow start to the season? I’ve written several times that I’m not ready to panic just yet, but I’d be lying if I said there isn’t some real concern.
Spencer Arrighetti News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 15
Astros To Recall Spencer Arrighetti
Astros right-hander Spencer Arrighetti is expected to get the ball for an upcoming matchup against the Rockies, reports Brian McTaggart of MLB.com. It’ll come either today or tomorrow, adds McTaggart.
Tatsuya Imai News / CBSSports.com / April 15
Why Tatsuya Imai thinks his trouble adjusting to 'American lifestyle' could be the reason for his arm injury
The Astros pitcher is in his first season in MLB after seven years with the Seibu Lions in Japan
Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / April 14
Astros pitcher Tatsuya Imai's odd explanation for injury might actually make sense
Tatsuya Imai's adjustment to Major League Baseball has not gone as well as hoped thus far.
Carlos Correa News / Larry Brown Sports / April 15
Carlos Correa sends a profane message amid the Astros' concerning situation
The Houston Astros are on a downward spiral, and they can’t seem to find a way to stop the bleeding. They suffered their sixth consecutive defeat on Monday, punctuating a four-game series against the Seattle Mariners at T-Mobile Park in Seattle, Wash., with a 6-2 loss.
Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / April 13
Astros injuries could doom playoff hopes before they started
The Houston Astros injury depleted roster took another hit on Monday.
MLB News / Yardbarker / April 13
Josh Naylor breaks out of slump in Mariners' sweep of Astros
Seattle Mariners first baseman Josh Naylor snapped out of an early-season funk with a huge game to close out a four-game sweep of the slumping Houston Astros.
Houston Astros News / Fastball on SI / April 13
Astros Join List of MLB Contenders Dealing With Major Injuries
The Houston Astros are in a bad spot right now. There's no other way to sugarcoat it. Things simply aren't going Houston's way right now. Houston has lost seven straight games and has a 6-10 record right now, in last place in the American League West.
Houston Astros News / Athlon Sports / April 13
Astros Make Carlos Correa Decision After Jeremy Pena Injury News
The Houston Astros' 2026 season is off to a dreadful start; the two-time World Series champions entered Monday with a 6-10 record, which is tied for worst in the majors.
Dana Brown News / Total Pro Sports / April 13
Dana Brown Sends Strong Message Amid Astros’ Pitching Injuries
The Houston Astros aren’t catching a break early in 2026. Injuries are already testing the pitching staff, and worse, the latest setback only adds more pressure to the roster.
Cody Bolton News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 12
Cody Bolton To Undergo Imaging For Mid-Back Tightness
Right-hander Cody Bolton only recently stepped into a beleaguered Astros rotation, but his spot already appears to be in danger. As noted by Matt Kawahara
Houston Astros News / Athlon Sports / April 12
Joe Espada Announces Carlos Correa Update After Removal From Astros Lineup
The Houston Astros enter Sunday’s game against the Seattle Mariners trying to snap a six-game losing streak. While Houston’s struggles have largely come from the pitching staff, the offensive core has remained strong, including the steady production from Carlos Correa.
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