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On YouTubeHouston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / January 22
Did Astros Get Rotation ‘All Right’? 
By now, Astros fans have likely seen the wave of national articles and social media posts projecting Houston’s starting rotation for the 2026 season. Most of the attention has understandably centered on Lance McCullers Jr.
Houston Astros News / ESPN / January 22
HOFer Beltran: Astros scandal doesn't define me
Carlos Beltrán was the only player mentioned by name in the 2017 Astros' sign-stealing scandal, but the Hall of Famer said it doesn't define who he is.
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / January 22
Astros Caravan Day 3: January 23 Locations Announced
Day three of the 2026 Astros Caravan is set to visit Baytown, Beaumont, Ingram, Missouri City, Sugar Land and San Antonio on Friday, Jan. 23. The Astros Caravan gives fans the opportunity to connect with players, alumni and broadcasters at various locations as the club approaches the start of Spring Training camp.
The 'MLB active RBI leaders' quiz
Can you name the active hitters with the most runs-batted-in in their career?
Lance McCullers News / Houston Astros on SI / January 22
Astros Hope Not-So-Secret Weapon Delivers Healthy 2026 Season
By no means were the Houston Astros a bad team in 2025, despite missing out on the playoffs for the first time since the 2016 season. They ranked well as a team with their pitching, collecting a 3.86 cumulative ERA, 1,504 strikeouts (2nd-best in MLB), and an opposing batting average of .232.
The 20 most significant MLB Rule 5 draftees
The Rule 5 draft, held annually at the winter meetings in December, never garners much fanfare, but it has been known to yield some noteworthy transactions.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / January 22
Astros First Month of Regular Season Will Set Tone for 2026 Campaign
The 2026 Major League Baseball season is just over two months away. Competition play will begin, and franchises across the nation will be off on yet another race to the postseason.
Isaac Paredes News / Crawfish Boxes / January 22
Are Red Sox Pivoting Away From Astros’ Paredes as Trade Target?
Just five days ago, one of the hottest rumors making the rounds involved the Houston Astros and Boston Red Sox having discussions involving Astros 3B Isaac Paredes and Red Sox OF Jarren Duran.
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / January 22
Astros Caravan: Day 2 Stops and Information
Day two of the 2026 Astros Caravan is set to visit central Houston and Austin on Thursday, Jan. 22. The Astros Caravan gives fans the opportunity to connect with players, alumni and broadcasters at various locations as the club approaches the start of Spring Training camp.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / January 22
Everything Astros Fans Need to Know About This Weekend’s FanFest
Although the Houston Astros are caught up in trade market chaos with spring training on the horizon, one of their most anticipated events is scheduled to take place this weekend: FanFest.
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / January 21
The Astros CAN Compete in 2026!
Brett Chancey – Independent Journalist | Co-Host Locked on Astros | Back to the Bullpen with Mike Stanton The Astros embark on a season in a way they haven’t known since 2016.
MLB News / Houston Astros on SI / January 21
Kyle Tucker Picks No. 23 With Dodgers to Honor Astros Mentor Michael Brantley
Kyle Tucker is officially a Los Angeles Dodger. Love it or hate it, this is now a living reality for Houston Astros fans and the rest of the league. The bidding war to acquire the four-time All-Star came down to the Dodgers and the Toronto Blue Jays.
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.
MLB News / Houston Astros on SI / January 21
Surprising Red Sox Outfielder Could Draw Astros Interest in Potential Trade
When it comes to the Houston Astros and Boston Red Sox, there have been plenty of rumors surrounding the two teams in terms of a trade involving Astros infielder Isaac Paredes.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / January 21
Astros Free Agent Philosophy Could Be Permeating Other Teams
This isn't the first time the Houston Astros have done things before the majority of teams follow suit. It seemed the once long term contracts of Yankees' Aaron Judge of 9 years, $360 million, or Rangers' Corey Seager's 10 years, $325 million, and Phillies Bryce Harper's 13 years, $330 million would never be topped.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / January 21
Astros Must Trade from Infield Surplus Before Spring Training Begins
The Houston Astros head into the final weeks before spring training with an infield problem that demands resolution. Too many quality players occupy too few positions, and the math simply doesn't add up for keeping everyone on the roster through February.
Yordan Alvarez News / Athlon Sports / January 20
MLB Makes Yordan Alvarez Announcement on Tuesday
The Houston Astros’ 2025 season was forgettable, as the team collapsed in September and missed out on the MLB playoffs, ending a run of eight consecutive postseason appearances.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / January 20
Astros Duo Cracks Top 30 in MLB's Latest Rankings Entering 2026 Campaign
The Houston Astros are hiding some remarkable talent in their back pocket heading into their upcoming season. While some of their stars tend to take the backseat, others often headline the franchise.
Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 20
Astros rumors: Writer would be ‘surprised’ if Houston doesn’t make specific trade
The Houston Astros hope to push their way back into the postseason for 2026. Houston is looking to make some moves this offseason. One Major League Baseball writer believes the Astros will be trading from one particular area, when they look to make a deal.
Brice Matthews News / Houston Astros on SI / January 20
What Brice Matthews Takes Away From Limited First Year of Astros Action
The Houston Astros' top prospect, Brice Matthews, made his MLB debut last season after spending the past three years developing in the minors. While things didn't go perfectly for Matthews in his first go-around with the Astros, he showed several signs of things to come when he's more ready for the show.
Framber Valdez News / Houston Astros on SI / January 20
Astros Free Agent Framber Valdez Facing Reality Check in Slow Market
The Houston Astros' former ace remains unsigned deep into January, and the gap between his expectations and reality keeps growing. Framber Valdez entered free agency looking for a long-term deal that reflected his status as one of baseball's most consistent lefties, but the market has delivered a harsh lesson about age and leverage.
Houston Astros News / Last Word On Sports / January 18
Astros Legend Announces Retirement
When you think about the Houston Astros’ golden era run, many elite pitchers come to mind. Typically, those would be starters such as Justin Verlander, Framber Valdez, Lance McCullers Jr., or Gerrit Cole.
Ryan Pressly News / Larry Brown Sports / January 17
Ex-Astros champion announces his retirement from MLB
The exit music is officially playing for one former Houston Astros champion. Veteran MLB reliever Ryan Pressly announced over social media on Saturday that he is officially retiring from baseball.
Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 17
Astros Sign Carlos Perez, Amos Willingham To Minors Deals
The Astros released their list of non-roster Spring Training invitees yesterday, and two of the names heading to camp are catcher Carlos Perez and right-hander Amos Willingham, who signed minor league deals with Houston back in November.
Walker Janek News / New Baseball Media / January 16
Walker Janek, Joseph Sullivan Among Astros’ 2026 Non-Roster Invitees
With less than a month before the first official 2026 Spring Training workouts, teams have begun to announce their non-roster invite lists. The Astros were one of the first teams to announce the prospects headed to big league camp, as Houston did so on January 16.
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.
Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / January 1
Astros start the new year off right by adding Tatsuya Imai
The Astros kicked off 2026 with a bang by adding Japanese pitcher Tatsuya Imai.
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