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Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / July 12
Logan Hughes or Jack Radel: Which Astros First Two Picks Have the Higher Ceiling?
The Houston Astros had a successful day on Saturday. After all the hard work of the scouting department, researching and analyzing prospects available in the 2026 MLB Draft, selecting the first six new members of the franchise, Houston took down their AL West division rival Texas Rangers, forcing a rubber match on Sunday.
Houston Astros News / Just Baseball / July 12
Do the Astros Have What It Takes To Pull Off an Impact Trade?
The Houston Astros have been one of the most successful MLB organizations over the past 10 years. Two World Series rings and eight straight playoff appearances from 2017-2024 placed them in the top tier of teams in baseball before a step back in 2025, finishing 87-75.
LaMonte Wade Jr. News / Field Level Media / July 11
LaMonte Wade Jr. hits first career grand slam as Astros thump Rangers
LaMonte Wade Jr. clubbed his first career grand slam in the third inning, the second of three homers hit by the visiting Houston Astros in their 9-3 win over the Texas Rangers on Saturday.
The 'Active MLB XBH leaders' quiz
How many of the active MLB players to rack up at least 500 extra base hits in their career can you name in five minutes?
Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / July 11
Astros' Yordan Alvarez continues to be nightmare matchup for Rangers
The AL MVP favorite and Houston Astros slugger Yordan Alvarez has been unstoppable against the Texas Rangers, as he has crushed eight home runs against them this season.
The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series
Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / July 11
Yordan Álvarez Makes Astros History Before All-Star Break While Chasing the Triple Crown
Thirty home runs and 200 career homers would be enough to define most seasons. For Yordan Álvarez, they may end up being just part of a much bigger story.
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / July 11
Astros Select Left-Hander Wes Mendes No. 57 Overall 
With the 28th pick of the MLB Draft, the Houston Astros selected left-hander Wes Mendes from Florida State. “An athletic 6-foot-1 left-hander, Mendes will use a robust five-pitch mix to keep hitters guessing.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / July 11
Astros Look To Avoid Series Loss Against In-State Rivals and Division Leaders
It has appeared that the Houston Astros have started to cool off recently, as they have lost five of their eight games this month and are currently on a two-game skid.
Houston Astros News / 5 GOATs / July 11
Houston Astros select Florida State pitcher Wes Mendes in 2026 MLB Draft
Florida State pitcher Wes Mendes was selected by the Houston Astros with the No. 57 overall pick in the 2026 MLB Draft. The lefty arm is now off the board.
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / July 11
Astros Select Right-Hander Jack Radel No. 28 Overall
With the 28th pick of the 1st Round, the Houston Astros selected right-hander Jack Radel from Notre Dame. “Radel established himself as a workhorse starter and reliable innings- eater in his first two seasons at Notre Dame.
Houston Astros News / 5 GOATs / July 11
Houston Astros select Notre Dame RHP Jack Radel in 2026 MLB Draft
Jack Radel terrorized ACC teams all season at Notre Dame. Now, he might be doing the same at the professional level. Radel heard his name called at the 2026 MLB Draft by Commissioner Rob Manfred.
25 MLB players most likely to be traded by the deadline
The MLB Trade Deadline has been quieter in recent years, in part due to playoff expansion, but 2026 is shaping up to be a more exciting one with several big names.
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / July 11
Astros Selected Outfielder Logan Hughes #17 Overal
With the 17th pick of the 1st Round, the Houston Astros selected outfielder Logan Hughes from Texas Tech. “Hughes is a compact, barrel-chested outfielder and lefthanded hitter with a three-year track record of hitting for both average and power.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / July 11
How Much Bonus Pool Money Do the Houston Astros Have in the 2026 MLB Draft?
The MLB Draft is hours away, and the future stars of all of the teams could be drafted in the next few hours. The Houston Astros have a great opportunity as they are entering the 2026 MLB Draft with the 11th-highest pool value.
Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / July 11
Yordan Alvarez makes Astros history in loss to Rangers
On pace for his best season yet, Yordan Alvarez remains red hot and has added making franchise history with his latest milestone to his list of 2026 accomplishments.
Braden Shewmake News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 10
Astros Designate Braden Shewmake For Assignment
The Astros have reinstated shortstop Jeremy Peña from the 10-day injured list. Infielder Braden Shewmake has been designated for assignment as the corresponding move.
Jeremy Pena News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 9
When is Jeremy Pena going to return to Astros?
The Houston Astros are 46-49 on the season and only two games away from first place in the AL West division. With how Yordan Alvarez is hitting the ball as of late and playing at an MVP-caliber pace, as well as Hunter Brown being healthy, the Astros should make the postseason one way or another.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 8
Three-time Cy Young winner Justin Verlander to retire at end of season
One of the best careers of this era of baseball is winding down.
Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / July 7
Nick Allen anchors Astros' defeat of Nationals
Jose Altuve homered for the second game in a row and the Houston Astros beat the host Washington Nationals 6-3 on Tuesday night. Nick Allen drove in three runs with a single and a sacrifice fly as Houston evened the series.
Houston Astros News / Athlon Sports / July 7
Astros Demote Player After Disastrous Game
The Houston Astros made a pitching change Tuesday after Mike Burrows endured another difficult outing against the Washington Nationals. Houston optioned the right-hander to Triple-A Sugar Land less than a day after he allowed seven earned runs in the Astros' 12-11 loss while recalling right-hander Alimber Santa.
Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 7
Astros Option Mike Burrows
The Astros have optioned struggling right-hander Mike Burrows to Triple-A Sugar Land, the team announced Tuesday. Fellow right-hander Alimber Santa has been recalled from Sugar Land in his place.
Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / July 6
Peter Lambert has proven his dominance in the Astros rotation
Lambert has been one of the biggest surprises this season and has proven his dominance as a trustworthy arm in the rotation.
Houston Astros News / Larry Brown Sports / July 5
Astros are eyeing 2 ace pitchers on the trade market
The Houston Astros may be making their move in a wide-open AL West. Houston is expected to be in on the trade sweepstakes for both Tarik Skubal of the Detroit Tigers and Sonny Gray of the Boston Red Sox, Bob Nightengale of USA Today reported on Sunday.
Yordan Alvarez News / Yardbarker / July 5
Astros' Yordan Alvarez hits familiar holiday walk-off blast vs. Rays
No stranger to setting off fireworks, Yordan Alvarez sent the home fans happy on Saturday with a big blast of his own. Alvarez crushed a walk-off home
Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / July 4
Astros send OFs Jake Meyers, Joey Loperfido to Triple-A Sugar Land
The Houston Astros demoted outfielders Jake Meyers and Joey Loperfido to Triple-A Sugar Land prior to Saturday night's contest against the Tampa Bay Rays.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 3
Rays' Junior Caminero continues HR tear in win over Astros
Red hot like the weather across the country, Junior Caminero hit another home run on Friday as part of a Tampa Bay Rays' win to open up the holiday weekend.
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