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Astros' Yordan Alvarez Is in a League of His Own After Latest Heroics

Yordan Alvarez is, simply put, the greatest hitter on the planet right now. Not Shohei Ohtani. Not Aaron Judge. Not Bryce Harper. It’s Alvarez. And it’s not particularly close.

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The 'Active multiple .300 seasons' quiz

How many of the 27 active MLB players to post a .300 or better batting average in multiple seasons can you name in five minutes?

Josh Hader News / Houston Astros on SI / July 1

June Proves Josh Hader’s Value to Astros Hopes of Making Playoffs

If the month of June proved anything to the Houston Astros, it's that the wait for Josh Hader to close games was worth it. The Astros wrapped up June with a victory over the Minnesota Twins on Tuesday and Hader shut down the ninth inning.

MLB News / Field Level Media / July 1

Astros take aim at Twins, chase sixth straight series win

The Astros expressed optimism that shortstop Jeremy Pena will have a minimum stint on the 10-day injured list with a left calf strain, a positive development for hard-charging Houston.

Kyle Schwarber News / Yardbarker Quizzes

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?

The 'MLB All-Star Game MVPs' quiz

The 'MLB active HR leaders' quiz

The 'Active 200-K season leaders' quiz

Yordan Alvarez News / Sport Relay / July 1

Alvarez’s Grand Slam Lifts Astros Past Twins

The Houston Astros defeated the Minnesota Twins 6–4 on Tuesday night at Daikin Park after erasing an early three-run deficit behind Yordan Alvarez‘s fourth-inning grand slam.

MLB News / Yardbarker

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 1

Yordan Slam Powers Astros to 6-4 Victory Over Twins

This was a game the Houston Astros (43-45) needed to win if they were going to have a shot to win their 6th straight series. It didn’t start well, but it did end well.

Yordan Alvarez News / Field Level Media / July 1

Yordan Alvarez ties Astros' record for career slams in win over Twins

Yordan Alvarez capped a six-run fourth inning with his third grand slam of the season as the Houston Astros rallied past the visiting Minnesota Twins 6-4 on Tuesday.

MLB News / Yardbarker / June 30

Yordan Alvarez furthers MVP case with historic grand slam

Astros' Yordan Alvarez furthers MVP case, makes history with monster grand slam

With one swing of the bat that further argues MVP consideration and makes history, Yordan Alvarez powered the Houston Astros to a much-needed win.

Watch: Willson Contreras throws helmet at Cade Cavalli during brawl

Contreras challenges a Red Sox fan to a fight online after getting ejected

Junior Caminero follows up Home Run Derby news by joining elite company

Juan Soto explains what went wrong during embarrassing play

Yankees ace Max Fried takes encouraging step in injury recovery

Guardians rookie commits the worst outfield blunder of the season

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / June 30

Hayden Wesneski Starts Same Astros Rehab Path Set by Ronel Blanco

When the Houston Astros started Ronel Blanco on his injury rehab stretch, they sent him to Florida. Turns out they did the same for Hayden Wesneski. The starting pitcher, one of a few Astros have been rehabbing elbow injuries in the background of this season, threw a rehab game in the Florida State League on Tuesday and he threw well.

Yordan Alvarez News / Athlon Sports / June 30

Astros Get Promising Yordan Alvarez All-Star Game Update

Yordan Alvarez moved one step closer to earning his second career All-Star start after opening a commanding lead over Toronto Blue Jaysdesignated hitter George Springer in the first update of American League Phase Two voting.

Houston Astros News / Athlon Sports / June 30

Astros Star Infielder Returns to the IL

The injury problems continue for the Houston Astros as the team announced that their star shortstop is heading back to the IL with a strained calf. Jeremy Pena was removed late from Monday's lineup for Houston's game against the Minnesota Twins.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

25 MLB players who could be first-time All-Stars in 2026

Being named to the Midsummer Classic is one of the biggest honors for MLB players. These 25 players have a chance to make their first All-Star appearance in 2026 based on their first-half performances.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / June 30

Jeremy Peña Hits the IL — Here's Who Houston Called Up to Replace Him

The Houston Astros announced on Tuesday the placement of Jeremy Peña on the 10-day injured list with a left calf strain. Infielder Raynel Delgado was recalled from Triple-A Sugar Land to fill his roster spot.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / June 30

Ray Delgado Recalled by Astros

In the corresponding move following the Astros placing SS Jeremy Pena on IL, the team has recalled IF Ray Delgado. Delgado, 26, was acquired by Houston on June 10 from the Tampa Bay Rays for cash considerations.