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Cam Smith News / Field Level Media / August 8

Cam Smith's two homer get Astros past Padres

Cam Smith homered twice Friday night and the visiting Houston Astros made it 13 wins in 16 games by doubling up the San Diego Padres 6-3. Smith initiated scoring in the top of the second with his first solo homer, a liner into the left field seats, and then walloped his second homer to lead off the sixth.

Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 7

Astros Pursuing Right-Handed Hitting Outfielder

The Astros are in talks about adding a right-handed hitting outfielder, reports Chandler Rome of The Athletic. Rome adds that they’ve shown interest in Rob Refsnyder and Austin Hays, each of whom was released this week.

MLB News / Crawfish Boxes / August 7

Astros at Padres Game Discussion: 8/7/2026

TONIGHT’S GAME: The first-place Houston Astros (59-57) will begin the first game of a six-game road trip tonight at Petco Park against the San Diego Padres (59-56).

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Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 7

Astros’ Biggest 2026 MLB Trade Deadline Mistake

The Houston Astros walked into the August 3 deadline sitting atop the AL West after a scorching 9-1 stretch in July, and general manager Dana Brown made it clear the club intended to buy.

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Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century

The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.

Jose Altuve News / Houston Astros on SI / August 7

Jose Altuve's Hot Streak Could Be Exactly What the Astros Needed

Houston Astros second baseman Jose Altuve appears to have made a turnaround in his season with a hot stretch over his last four games. Altuve had been on one of the coldest stretches of his career before August began.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / August 7

2 Astros Prospects Who Can Reach Majors After Trade Deadline

The Houston Astros' farm system has generally not had the best perception over the years. However, they still keep producing new talent. The Astros’ farm is currently ranked 29th in baseball according to FanGraphs.

Josh Hader News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 7

Will Astros’ Will Josh Hader throw multiple innings this season amid AL West push?

For a short while, some thought the Houston Astros would trade Josh Hader. Instead, the Astros are attempting to win the AL West, and manager Joe Espada detailed whether they would allow their star reliever to throw multiple innings this season, according to Chandler Rome of The Athletic.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / August 7

Astros Probable Pitching Matchups Against Padres Highlight Hole in Roster

Going into the trade deadline, the Houston Astros had a pair of glaring demands: a solid and consistent outfielder as well as another arm for the starting rotation.

Dana Brown News / Crawfish Boxes / August 7

What Does the Trade Deadline Say About the Future of Dana Brown?

I usually want to wait a few days to let the dust settle before writing a commentary piece like this. Going through the trade deadline is a lot like going through the stages of grief.

Houston Astros News / Just Baseball / August 6

The Houston Astros Didn’t Live Up to Their Promise To Buy

The Houston Astros entered the trade deadline on a tear, winning 11 of 12 to assume first place in the AL West and establish themselves as surefire buyers after months of making that declaration.

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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 / August 5

Astros Manager Joe Espada Heaps Praise on New Addition Daulton Varsho

The Houston Astros have been on a roll lately, and have risen to the top of the American League West division. Even with that success, the Astros needed to address some important needs at the trade deadline.

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Carlos Correa News / Athlon Sports / August 5

Astros Announce Carlos Correa Update After 79 Missed Games

Carlos Correa took a step toward a return this season, as Astros manager Joe Espada announced the shortstop has been cleared to resume swinging a bat, more than three months after a torn tendon in his left ankle shut him down in early May.

Jose Altuve News / Field Level Media / August 5

Jose Altuve aims to stay hot, lead Astros to series win vs. Jays

Second baseman Jose Altuve, riding a streak of three consecutive multi-hit games, leads the Houston Astros into the decisive matchup of a three-game series against the visiting Toronto Blue Jays on Wednesday.

Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / August 4

Taylor Trammell's homer powers Astros past Blue Jays

Taylor Trammell clubbed a three-run homer, Hayden Wesneski delivered a quality start and the Houston Astros evened their three-game series against the Toronto Blue Jays with a 7-2 win on Tuesday.

Carlos Correa News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 4

Carlos Correa’s huge injury update will catch Astros fans’ attention

It was recently revealed that Houston Astros star infielder Carlos Correa is hoping to play again this season after initial reports suggested he’d miss the rest of the campaign after suffering an ankle injury in May.

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 3

Astros acquire Daulton Varsho from Blue Jays for starter Spencer Arrighetti

The Toronto Blue Jays have traded their 2024 Gold Glove outfielder Daulton Varsho to the Houston Astros for right-handed starting pitcher Spencer Arrighetti.

Blue Jays gamble that a change of scenery works for Jameson Taillon

Blue Jays acquire right-handed starter Jose Soriano from Angels

Cubs get needed rotation reinforcement in Kevin Gausman

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Houston Astros News / Viral Sports News / August 3

Astros Facing Major Roadblock in All-Star Trade Attempt

As the Houston Astros push toward the final stretch of the 2026 campaign and a potential return to the postseason, the front office continues searching for an impact bat before the MLB trade deadline.

Carlos Correa News / Larry Brown Sports / August 1

Surprising news emerges about Carlos Correa

Carlos Correa may unexpectedly be dropping back down from the rafters. The injured Houston Astros shortstop Correa spoke with reporters on Saturday. During the interview, Correa made the surprise revelation that there is a “chance” he could still return in the 2026 MLB season.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 31

Astros move struggling Tatsuya Imai to bullpen for crucial Rangers series

Houston Astros right-hander Tatsuya Imai will be available out of the bullpen during the club's crucial weekend series against the Texas Rangers.

Rangers fortify two areas of need in trade with Angels

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Cam Smith News / Just Baseball / July 31

How Much Longer of a Leash Can the Astros Give Cam Smith?

Red Sox OF prospect Andrews Opata sets new stolen-base record for Low-A Salem

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Munetaka Murakami News / Yardbarker / July 26

Munetaka Murakami steps up on day White Sox honor him

Continuously showing a flair for the dramatic during his debut MLB season, Munetaka Murakami delivered on a day intended to honor the Japanese rookie.

White Sox acquire right-hander Jose Urquidy from Pirates

Plans for White Sox at MLB trade deadline will come with asterisk

Brewers quickly move on from Lance McCullers Jr.

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