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Astros Boss Makes Key Decision About Star Reliever’s Opening Day Status

The Houston Astros have made a decision that allows them to start planning out their bullpen for opening day. Astros manager Joe Espada told reporters in West Palm Beach, Fla., that closer Josh Hader will start the regular season on the injured list and won’t be ready for opening day.

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Astros' Josh Hader to begin season on Injured List

Star Astros closer Josh Hader will begin the 2026 season on the 15-day injured list, manager Joe Espada announced to the team’s beat this morning (via Matt Kawahara of the Houston Chronicle).

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This Long-Time Astros Starter Is Primed and Ready for 2026 Opening Day

Ever since Lance McCullers Jr. made his MLB debut back in 2015, Houston Astros fans knew he'd be special. Unfortunately injuries have defined his career, especially over the last three seaons, and limited him to 16 games since 2023.

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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.

Christian Walker News / Houston Astros on SI / March 10

Christian Walker's Spring Training Should Have Astros Considering Trade Before Opening Day

The Houston Astros spent the offseason trying to become a playoff team again. However, they were also one of the main teams talked about when it came to big-name trades.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / March 10

Projected Houston Astros Lineups vs Right and Left-Handed Pitchers

The Houston Astros have ramped up their work this offseason as the regular season is right around the corner. Following a tough 2025 where the Astros missed the playoffs for the first time since 2016, the franchise is in a must-win situation this season to keep their hopes alive.

Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 10

Astros star Lance McCullers Jr.’s glass half full response to up-and-down performance vs. Orioles

Lance McCullers Jr. turned in an up-and-down start against the Baltimore Orioles on Tuesday. He allowed two earned runs in three innings of work during the spring training outing, but he also struck out four hitters and only walked one hitter.

Josh Hader News / Houston Astros on SI / March 10

Astros Get Promising Josh Hader Update Ahead of Regular Season

Going into the 2026 season, the Houston Astros were hoping to get a healthy Josh Hader back as closer. He had his 2025 season end on the injured list with a left-shoulder strain.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / March 10

Astros Injury Updates: Hader, Pena

Things may be progressing well for Astros closer Josh Hader, according to this update from Brian McTaggart: While it should still be considered unlikely Hader would be ready Opening Day, this update does indicate that if Hader has to start the season on IL, he could potentially only miss the minimum required time.

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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.

Jeremy Pena News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 10

Astros’ Jeremy Pena takes step forward while dealing with finger injury

The Houston Astros are waiting the return of infielder Jeremy Pena, who has been dealing with a fractured finger. Pena is taking a big step forward, as he was seen Tuesday performing infield exercises with the team.

Cristian Javier News / Houston Astros on SI / March 10

Cristian Javier’s Spring Struggles Raise Concern for Astros Before Opening Day

Out of the plethora of Houston Astros starting pitchers, one of them is expected to pitch in the middle of the six-man rotation. That is right-hander Cristian Javier, who spent most of 2024 and half of the 2025 regular season on the injured list due to Tommy John surgery.

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Carlos Correa News / Athlon Sports / March 9

Carlos Correa's Shortstop Move may Give Astros Difficult Decision

Jeremy Pena is the Houston Astros starting shortstop. He is dealing with a finger injury at the moment, however. For now, Carlos Correa is expected to fill in at the position, according to Chronicle Astros.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / March 9

Houston Astros Unsurprisingly Send Top Prospects Back to Minor League Camp

The Houston Astros made another edition of spring training reassignments, but today's round came with a little more emotion than usual. This afternoon, the club announced that No.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / March 9

Astros Roster Projections as of March 9

There’s some interesting decisions that have to be made. Where could the Astros be leaning as of today? This article updates my previous roster projection:

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / March 9

This Weakness Could Be Trouble for the Houston Astros in 2026

When push comes to shove, it wasn't exactly a busy offseason for the Houston Astros and general manager Dana Brown. They did lose starting pitcher Framber Valdez to the Detroit Tigers in free agency, but signed Japanese star Tatsuya Imai.

Yordan Alvarez News / Crawfish Boxes / March 9

Opinion: The Astros Should Stop Overthinking It and Let Yordan Alvarez Play Left Field

At some point, the Houston Astros need to stop overthinking this and simply accept reality. Yordan Alvarez can play left field. And more importantly, if the Astros are serious about maximizing their championship window, they should let him.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / March 9

Astros Prospects Spring Training Standouts

Baseball season is back, and spring training is in full swing. With that, there has been opportunities for prospects to play with the Major League club and show what they can do.

Josh Hader News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 9

Latest Josh Hader, Enyel De Los Santos injury updates will catch Astros fans’ attention

Houston Astros relievers Josh Hader and Enyel De Los Santos are both dealing with injury concerns during spring training. Hader has a biceps issue, while De Los Santos has a knee injury.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / March 9

In The Lab: Astros Right Field Offense

We finally get to the end of the positions on the hitting side of the equation. Keep in mind, we are trying to include all of the relevant candidates to be on the opening day roster.

Houston Astros News / Viral Sports News / March 7

Astros Make Interesting Catcher Move With Familiar Name

The Houston Astros have made a strategic addition to their catching corps by bringing back a seasoned veteran on a low-risk agreement. The team has inked catcher Christian Vázquez to a minor league contract, complete with an invitation to participate in major league spring training.

MLB News / Athlon Sports / March 7

Astros Facing Decision After Red Sox Trade Report During World Baseball Classic

The Houston Astros exist in between two worlds this offseason as they intend on contending but have done little to upgrade the 2025 roster, which finished 87-65 and became the first Astros team to miss the playoffs since 2016.

Houston Astros News / Total Pro Sports / March 7

Geraldo Perdomo Suspects The Houston Astros Over Jeremy Pena’s Injury

The Houston Astros expected a routine injury update. However, the news turned into a heated storyline around star shortstop Jeremy Peña. The Astros announced

Carlos Correa News / Athlon Sports / March 6

Astros' Carlos Correa News Emerges After Removal From Lineup

The Houston Astros are gearing up for the 2026 season, and there is still hope that the current roster can make a push toward October baseball. While Houston missed the postseason last year, the group will still return many veteran superstars.

Jeremy Pena News / Total Pro Sports / March 6

Jeremy Pena Injury: Astros Face Huge Blow With Latest Update

Although the Houston Astros missed out on a playoff berth last season, Jeremy Pena delivered an outstanding campaign for the team. The Astros’ shortstop earned his first All-Star selection before finishing the best season of his four-year MLB career.

Jeremy Pena News / Field Level Media / March 5

$Astros SS Jeremy Pena fractures finger playing for Dominican Republic$

Astros SS Jeremy Pena fractures finger playing for Dominican Republic

Houston Astros All-Star shortstop Jeremy Pena fractured the tip of his right ring finger during an exhibition game between his host Dominican Republic team and the Detroit Tigers on Wednesday.

Josh Hader News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 28

Josh Hader Still Uncertain For Astros’ Opening Day Roster

A bout of biceps inflammation in late January set Josh Hader back in his offseason prep, and has continued to limit the Astros closer during Spring Training.