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Yordan Alvarez’s Magnificent Start Giving Astros AL MVP Vibes

It’s not fair to ask Houston Astros slugger Yordan Alvarez to carry the team. But, right now, that’s what he’s doing. On Saturday night he hit his ninth home run of the season, pushing him into the lead in that category ahead of the New York Yankees’ Aaron Judge.

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Astros place OF Joey Loperfido (quad) on injured list

The Houston Astros placed outfielder Joey Loperfido on the injured list with a right quad strain on Sunday and recalled right-hander Jayden Murray from Triple-A Sugar Land.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / April 19

Astros Roster Moves: Harris, Murray, Loperfido, Shewmake 4/19/2026

The Houston Astros claimed OF Dustin Harris off waivers from the Chicago White Sox. He has appeared in six major league games for Chicago this season, hitting .250 (3×12) with a .438 OBP.

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The 'Active 200-K MLB seasons' quiz

How many of the active MLB pitchers with at least one 200-strikeout season on their resume can you name in six minutes?

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25 current MLB players who will end up in the Baseball Hall of Fame

Some things appear clear when it comes to Baseball Hall of Fame voting. The PED guys aren’t going to get in, or at least the hitters, and the rubric for starting pitchers has to be reconstructed on the fly.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / April 19

Absurd Coincidence in Back-to-Back Games Explains Astros’ Pitching Woes

The Houston Astros can’t catch a break. These days it’s about pitching. But at least this time it wasn’t an injury. But it was absurd. Lance McCullers Jr.

MLB News / Field Level Media / April 19

Banged-up Astros try end skid against Cardinals

The injuries continue to add up for the Houston Astros, who lost outfielder Joey Loperfido to right quad tightness on Friday. He was unavailable for the Astros' 7-5 loss to the St.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / April 18

Astros Choose Rival’s Cast-Off Over Pitching Depth in Latest Move

For a team that is in desperate need of all the pitching it can muster, the Houston Astros made a curious move on Saturday. The Astros designated starting pitcher J.P.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / April 18

Astros Woes Continue With Latest Loss Highlighting Key Reliever Struggles

Concern is rapidly growing inside the Houston Astros clubhouse- a team that has arguably one of the best offenses in baseball right now. Despite Yordan Alvarez and this lineup's explosive play at the plate, they are continuing to lose games.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 18

Astros designate pitcher for assignment before Cardinals game

On Saturday, the Houston Astros continued reshaping their roster ahead of their matchup vs. the St. Louis Cardinals, designating right-hander J.P. France for assignment in a notable pitching move.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 18

Astros Claim Dustin Harris, Designate J.P. France For Assignment

The Astros announced that outfielder Dustin Harris was claimed off waivers from the White Sox. To create space for Harris on Houston’s 40-man roster, right-hander J.P.

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Who are the 25 fastest players in MLB right now?

Speed is more important than ever in MLB with recent rule changes promoting stolen bases. These were the 25 fastest players for the 2026 season, as recorded by the Statcast sprint speed metric.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / April 18

Three Keys for Astros to Win Against Cardinals on Saturday Night

It's almost hard to believe that the Houston Astros started the season 5-2. But since Houston left home to begin a road trip in Sacramento on April 3, things have fallen apart.

Bryan Abreu News / Crawfish Boxes / April 18

Abreu Implodes Again, Astros Crushed by Cardinals 9-4

Bryan Abreu’s struggles continued last night, and the Astros lost their second straight game at home in a 9-4 defeat at the hands of the St. Louis Cardinals at Daikin Park.

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Yainer Diaz News / Field Level Media / April 18

With Yainer Diaz struggling, Astros aim to even series vs. Cards

Houston catcher Yainer Diaz was absent from the starting lineup on Friday when the Astros lost 9-4 to the visiting St. Louis Cardinals in the opener of a three-game interleague series.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / April 18

Why Astros Should Consider Giving Christian Vazquez More Starts

The 2026 season hasn't been kind to the Houston Astros, especially for everyday backstop Yainer Diaz. Diaz has been the starting catcher for Houston since 2024.

Brandon Bielak News / Houston Astros on SI / April 17

Astros Sign Former Reliever Brandon Bielak to Minor League Contract

The Houston Astros are so thin on their pitching staff that they're reaching back into the past to find depth they can stash away in the minor leagues.

Josh Hader News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 17

Astros Transfer Josh Hader To 60-Day IL

The Astros announced that they have selected right-hander Peter Lambert, a move that was reported yesterday. To open an active roster spot, they have optioned right-hander Christian Roa to Triple-A Sugar Land.

Tatsuya Imai News / Athlon Sports / April 16

Astros' Tatsuya Imai Shares Injury Update

The Houston Astros are set to play the Colorado Rockies on Thursday night. Injuries have been a problem for Houston throughout the 2026 MLB season. Tatsuya Imai, Jeremy Pena and Josh Hader are among a number of Astros currently dealing with injury concerns.

Josh Hader News / Athlon Sports / April 16

Josh Hader Return Timeline Emerges Before Astros-Rockies Series Finale

The Houston Astros continue to deal with a long list of injuries early in the season, but a notable development involving closer Josh Hader emerged this week.

Houston Astros News / Just Baseball / April 16

The Injury Bug Is Already Spoiling the Astros’ Season

The 2026 MLB season is only a few weeks old, and the Houston Astros already feel like they’re on the ropes. Sure, it may be overly dramatic and a turnaround could be coming.

Houston Astros News / Athlon Sports / April 15

Joe Espada Shares Reason for Jose Altuve's Removal From Astros Lineup

The Houston Astros have bobbled the start of the 2026 season, sitting in last place of the American League West division more than halfway through the first month of the season.

Tatsuya Imai News / Larry Brown Sports / April 17

Astros pitcher blames ‘American lifestyle’ for his arm injury

Houston Astros pitcher Tatsuya Imai is on the injured list after just three starts, and the Japanese right-hander thinks moving to America has something to do with it.

Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / April 14

Tatsuya Imai's odd explanation for injury might make sense

Astros pitcher Tatsuya Imai's odd explanation for injury might actually make sense

Tatsuya Imai's adjustment to Major League Baseball has not gone as well as hoped thus far.

Astros injuries could doom playoff hopes before they started

Carlos Correa sends a profane message amid the Astros' concerning situation

Blue Jays' Trey Yesavage could soon make return to rotation

Cubs, Padres reportedly interested in former All-Star Lucas Giolito

Aaron Boone reveals which rival player reminds him of Deion Sanders

Carlos Correa News / Larry Brown Sports / April 15

Carlos Correa sends a profane message amid the Astros' concerning situation

The Houston Astros are on a downward spiral, and they can’t seem to find a way to stop the bleeding. They suffered their sixth consecutive defeat on Monday, punctuating a four-game series against the Seattle Mariners at T-Mobile Park in Seattle, Wash., with a 6-2 loss.