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On YouTubeHouston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / March 26
Astros News & Notes: Hader, Pena, Paredes, Smith, Brown, Abreu… Opening Day 2026 
There is now a timeline on CL Josh Hader, according to Astros GM Dana Brown: SS Jeremy Pena is not in the Opening Day lineup, but he is getting live ABs
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / March 26
The biggest questions facing the 2026 Astros
Opening Day is finally here after the Astros’ longest offseason in nearly a decade. Following a disappointing 2025 season that ended after Game 162, the Astros remade a significant portion of their roster and coaching staff in an effort to reclaim their spot atop the American League West.
The 'Youngest MLB 30/30 seasons' quiz
How many of the MLB players to hit 30 home runs and steal 30 bases in the same season before turning 25 years old can you name in five minutes?
One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026
As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.
Jeremy Pena News / Athlon Sports / March 26
Astros Announce Jeremy Pena News After Absence From Opening Day Lineup
The Houston Astros are entering the upcoming season hoping the roster stays healthy enough to return to the MLB playoffs. Last year, the Astros collapsed in the second half and missed out on postseason play during the final week of the regular season.
Josh Hader News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 26
Latest Josh Hader injury update will catch Astros’ fans’ attention
The Houston Astros will begin their 2026 MLB season with a battle with the Los Angeles Angels at Minute Maid Park. Closer Josh Hader will start the season on the injured list and will not be available for Opening Day.
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / March 26
Astros “Opening Day” Memories
They might be the two best words in all of sports. “Opening Day” “One of my favorite memories of Opening Day from the Astros was in 1980 when my dad opened the home game in the Astrodome after signing the first million dollar contract.
Houston Astros News / Total Pro Sports / March 26
Houston Astros Targets Two Big Players For 2026 Season And Beyond
The Houston Astros enjoyed a decade-long period as a perennial postseason contender in the MLB, winning two World Series titles. However, that fantastic run came to an end last year.
Jeremy Pena News / ESPN / March 25
All-Star Pena avoids IL as Astros finalize roster
Astros starting shortstop Jeremy Pena was included on the Opening Day roster and will avoid the injured list after fracturing his fingertip prior to the WBC.
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / March 25
Astros Announce Opening Day Roster
Today, the Houston Astros finalized their 26-man Opening Day Roster. The roster includes 13 pitchers and 13 position players. To finalize the Opening Day roster, the Astros made several roster moves official this morning: RHP Christian Roa and C Christian Vázquez have been added to the 40-man roster.
25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season
The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.
Brice Matthews News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 25
Astros makes Brice Matthews Opening Day roster decision
The Houston Astros have concluded Spring Training and will be opening the regular season on Thursday against the Los Angeles Angels. An injury in the World Baseball Classic to Jeremy Pena opened a potential roster spot for one of the Astros’ prospects.
MLB News / Field Level Media / March 25
Astros carry high expectations into opener vs. Angels
The Houston Astros missed the playoffs last season for the first time in nine years, something with which the Los Angeles Angels have become familiar over the past 11 seasons.
Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 25
Astros Finalize Opening Day Roster
The Astros finalized their Opening Day roster, most announcing that shortstop Jeremy Pena will avoid a season-opening trip to the injured list. Catcher César Salazar was designated for assignment, clearing a 40-man roster spot for Christian Vázquez, whose contract has been selected from Triple-A Sugar Land.
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / March 25
A Crucial Year Ahead for These Astros Prospects
As the 2026 season approaches, a handful of Astros prospects find themselves at a crossroads. Some are at a point where they need to produce to take the next step.
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / March 25
In The Lab: Five Good Astros Questions with Astros Future’s Jimmy Price
The lab is first and foremost a place where we get to learn more about baseball. As much as I would love to pass myself off as an expert in all things, that would be the height of hubris and would deprive all of us the opportunity to avail ourselves of genuine expertise.
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / March 25
Hope Springs Eternal: Astros Fans Embrace a New Season
Astros fans, the wait is finally over. The long offseason has come to an end, and with it arrives something that never goes out of style, hope. As Opening Day approaches, there’s a noticeable shift in the air.
Jose Altuve News / Crawfish Boxes / March 25
Jose Altuve’s Sweet 16 With the Astros
Sweet 16 is in the air in Houston. It’s with the Houston Cougars at Toyota Center. It’s with Jose Altuve stepping into the batter’s box on Opening Day as he embarks upon his 16th year.
Jeremy Pena News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 25
Astros shortstop Jeremy Pena reveals Opening Day concern, and it’s not his finger injury
The Houston Astros head into Opening Day 2026 with cautious optimism, as the latest update on Jeremy Pena shifts attention away from his finger injury.
Houston Astros News / Athlon Sports / March 24
Astros’ Joe Espada Announces Jeremy Pena Injury News Before Opening Day
The Houston Astros got a boost ahead of Opening Day, with shortstop Jeremy Pena returning to game action after missing time with a right ring finger injury that had put his availability for the start of the season in doubt.
Peter Lambert News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 24
Astros’ Peter Lambert Granted His Release
Astros righty Peter Lambert was granted his release after triggering an out clause in his minor league deal, manager Joe Espada tells reporters (link via Matt Kawahara of the Houston Chronicle).
Houston Astros News / Larry Brown Sports / March 23
MLB player was denied a challenge thanks to weird rule
MLB players who want to make use of the new challenge system for balls and strikes are going to have to make up their minds quickly if they want those challenges to be recognized.
Carlos Correa News / Total Pro Sports / March 21
Carlos Correa Reveals Shocking Story Of Near-Death Experience
Carlos Correa has not enjoyed much success on the field since he became a free agent at the end of the 2021 season. The three-time All-Star is back with the Houston Astros after a few years with the Minnesota Twins.
Houston Astros News / Last Word On Sports / March 20
How the Christian Vázquez Signing Can Help the Astros
It’s already past the middle of March, which means the Houston Astros are wrapping up spring training and getting ready for the season ahead in one week.
Houston Astros News / Last Word On Sports / March 19
What Cavan Biggio Can Bring to the Astros
A familiar last name recently returned to the Houston Astros organization. The move was probably not expected, but it is now a nice story that has the
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / March 16
Astros Give Intriguing Top Prospect Chance to Take MLB Spring Training At-Bats
The opportunities to give young prospects that won’t make the opening-day roster chances at swings in spring games is dwindling. The Houston Astros gave one of their top prospects the chance on Sunday.
Cristian Javier News / Houston Astros on SI / March 15
Cristian Javier’s Bounce Back Outing Positions Him Well for Astros Rotation
Cristian Javier missed part of this week in Houston Astros spring training to tend to a personal matter. Before that, his first spring training outing was uneven.
Ryan Weiss News / Houston Astros on SI / March 15
Ryan Weiss Emerging as Versatile Pitching Option for Astros This Spring
Spring training often creates opportunities for pitchers to force their way into, at the very least, roster conversations. Ryan Weiss has made the most of his chance to be a part of the Houston Astros roster.
Bryan Abreu News / Just Baseball / March 14
The Next Man Up: Bryan Abreu’s Time to Shine Is Now
For years now, Bryan Abreu has admirably filled the role of Houston Astros setup man. The team has All-Star closer Josh Hader on hand as their primary ninth-inning option, so there’s been very few chances for Abreu to get a crack at saves himself.
Josh Hader News / Yardbarker / March 11
Impending Josh Hader IL stint still good news for Astros
Closer Josh Hader and the Houston Astros have run out of time.
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