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On YouTubeHouston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / February 15
One Veteran Outfielder the Astros Should Sign Before Opening Day
The Houston Astros have made some offseason trades, most recently in the form of reuniting with outfielder Joey Loperfido and sending Jesus Sanchez to the Toronto Blue Jays in exchange.
MLB News / Houston Astros on SI / February 14
Joey Loperfido Returns to Astros With Something Still to Prove
The Houston Astros made the decision to move on from Jesus Sanchez and in doing so, found themselves back in familiar territory. Fan favorite and homegrown outfielder, Joey Loperfido, was traded back to his stomping grounds from the Toronto Blue Jays.
The 'Live-Ball Era strikeout leaders' quiz
How many of the 36 MLB pitchers with 2,500 or more strikeouts in the Live-Ball Era (since 1920) can you name in five minutes?
Jose Altuve News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 14
Astros’ Jose Altuve makes brutally honest admission about his 2025 performance
Houston Astros star Jose Altuve has been one of the more consistent players in baseball throughout his career. A nine-time All-Star, Altuve is often a tough out at the plate.
25 MLB players who have the most to prove in 2026
The new MLB season brings opportunities as players head into their walk years and try to rebound from subpar performances. These 25 players stand out heading into 2026.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / February 14
Astros Create Financial Flexibility for Possible Veteran Catcher Addition
The Houston Astros enter the 2026 campaign looking to refocus after being eliminated from playoff contention for the first time since 2016. One way they did that was by moving on from some additions last season, most recently in the form of Jesus Sanchez.
Joey Loperfido News / Houston Astros on SI / February 14
What Joey Loperfido’s Return to Astros Means for Houston's Lineup
The Houston Astros go into the 2026 season with a familiar face back in the clubhouse, as they traded away Jesús Sánchez to the Toronto Blue Jays for their former seventh-round draft, Joey Loperfido.
MLB News / Yardbarker / February 13
How Bad Bunny tried to get Astros' Carlos Correa to compete in World Baseball Classic
Bad Bunny has already left his mark on the NFL thanks to his performance at the Super Bowl LX halftime show. Now he tried to leave his mark on the world of professional baseball.
Jesus Sanchez News / Yardbarker / February 15
Blue Jays make savvy addition in trade with Astros
The Blue Jays made a key acquisition following news of Anthony Santander's injury.
Carlos Correa News / Houston Astros on SI / February 13
Carlos Correa Makes Rare Statement on Astros Cluttered Infield Dilemma
It's no secret at this point that the Houston Astros have a saturated infield. Over the course of the offseason, there have been numerous talks on how this dilemma could be solved, but the Astros have yet to make any headway.
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 / CBSSports.com / February 13
MLB rumors: Cubs set to add veteran reliever, Astros and Blue Jays make trade
Here are the latest MLB rumors as spring training begins
Houston Astros News / Larry Brown Sports / February 13
Bad Bunny offered to pay for Carlos Correa’s WBC insurance
Bad Bunny continues to make huge moves in the sports world, this time trying to make sure one of Puerto Rico’s star players can play in the World Baseball Classic.
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / February 13
“We’re Not Done.” Astros GM Hints More Trades Coming
Was today’s trade a precursor to another one coming soon? Today the Astros traded OF Jesus Sanchez to the Toronto Blue Jays for a former Astros fan favorite – OF Joey Loperfido.
Josh Hader News / ESPN / February 13
Astros' Hader playing catch after offseason injury
Astros closer Josh Hader played catch again Friday after the six-time All-Star left-hander dealt with biceps tendinitis while throwing bullpen sessions in the offseason.
MLB News / Field Level Media / February 13
Blue Jays, Astros swap outfielders Joey Loperfido and Jesus Sanchez
The Astros and Blue Jays exchanged outfielders on Friday, with Houston acquiring Joey Loperfido from Toronto for Jesus Sanchez. This is a return to Houston for Loperfido, who was a seventh-round pick by the Astros in the 2021 MLB Draft.
MLB News / Yardbarker / February 13
Astros, Blue Jays swap Jesus Sanchez, Joey Loperfido in win-win trade
It's a win-win trade.
Tatsuya Imai News / Houston Astros on SI / February 13
Tatsuya Imai Chasing Single Goal as He Begins First Astros Spring Training
That buzz around Houston Astros spring training was the attention surrounding Japanese pitching superstar Tatsuya Imai. The franchise’s biggest free agent signing of the offseason went through his first bullpen on the first day that pitchers and catchers worked out at the team’s facility in West Palm Beach, Fla.
Framber Valdez News / Last Word On Sports / February 12
Framber Valdez’s Best Moments With the Astros
The Houston Astros upgraded their pitching staff over the offseason and certainly have a strong rotation for 2026. However, the Astros lost one of their best pitchers over the past five seasons in left-handed starter Framber Valdez. This wasn’t a surprise as Valdez was expected to move on right after the season ended.
Joe Espada News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 12
Astros manager Joe Espada drops ‘big dudes’ take on starting rotation
The Houston Astros just missed out on the playoffs last season after finishing with an 87-75 record. With some upgrades this offseason, it sounds like manager Joe Espada is excited for the 2026 campaign.
Josh Hader News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 11
Astros fans will want to watch this crucial Josh Hader injury breakdown
The Houston Astros opened camp expecting stability at the back of their bullpen, but the latest update on Josh Hader has created new uncertainty. The team is managing reported biceps inflammation, though some analysts believe the issue may extend beyond a routine soft-tissue concern.
Josh Hader News / Field Level Media / February 11
Astros closer Josh Hader (biceps) uncertain for Opening Day
Houston Astros closer Josh Hader's availability for Opening Day is in doubt because the left-hander is dealing with biceps soreness, manager Joe Espada told reporters Wednesday.
Isaac Paredes News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 10
Astros Continue To Seek Left-Handed Outfielder In Paredes Talks
Astros pitchers and catchers report to Spring Training tomorrow. The team’s roster remains jumbled as camp is soon to get underway. They’re still heavily right-handed and have an arguable surplus of infielders with an unimposing outfield mix.
Houston Astros News / Athlon Sports / February 9
Astros Lose MiLB Player to Retirement Amid MLB Offseason
The Houston Astros are looking to capitalize on the remaining strength of their current core. While Houston features plenty of young talent, the group that defined the last era of Astros baseball is beginning to thin out, with several players departing in free agency and franchise legends aging, including second baseman Jose Altuve.
Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 6
Astros GM Dana Brown continues to downplay possibility of trade involving infielders
The Astros have seemingly had too many infielders all winter but general manager Dana Brown has consistently downplayed the possibility of a trade, doing so again this week.
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