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Astros Pursuit of Outfield Help Isn't Stopping with Daulton Varsho

Astros Pursuit of Outfield Help Isn't Stopping with Daulton Varsho

The Houston Astros are right in the thick of the postseason race and have a real opportunity to play October baseball given how the rest of the American League has looked record-wise.

MLB News / Crawfish Boxes / August 10

Astros vs. Giants Series Primer with SF Broadcaster Dave Flemming

Over the course of a thirteen-year stretch, (2010-2022) Houston and San Francisco have combined to capture five World Series.  Dave Flemming has become

Houston Astros News / NBC Sports / August 10
MLB News / NBC Sports / August 9
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The 'Last five-hit game by MLB team' quiz

The 'Last five-hit game by MLB team' quiz

How many of the most recent players to record five hits in the same MLB game for each franchise can you name in five minutes?

The 'Multi-time Cy Young winners' quiz
The 'Three-time batting champions' quiz
The 'Most HRs in one World Series' quiz
MLB News / Crawfish Boxes / August 9

Astros Held to 2 Hits, Blasted by Padres 7-2

Fernando Tatis is hot and the Padres are riding the wave.    In a rubber match affair on Peacock, San Diego won by a final score of 7-2.     The loss means

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

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.

MLB News / Houston Astros on SI / August 9
Astros and Rangers: Looking Back on Their Dramatic Playoff Races

Astros and Rangers: Looking Back on Their Dramatic Playoff Races

The Houston Astros and the Texas Rangers are locked in a tight division battle as the season winds down to the final month and a half. Entering Sunday night's game, the lead for the Astros sits at 1.5 games over their division rival.

MLB News / Crawfish Boxes / August 9

Astros at Padres Game Discussion: 8/9/2026

TONIGHT’S GAME: The first-place Houston Astros (60-58) continue their six-game road trip with the third game of three-game series against the San Diego Padres (61-57) at Petco Park.

Cristian Javier News / Houston Astros on SI / August 9
Astros Set Batting Order as Cristian Javier Chases Win Against Padres

Astros Set Batting Order as Cristian Javier Chases Win Against Padres

The relentless pursuit of an American League West division title is going to be a day-to-day grind for the Houston Astros until the end of the season.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / August 9
Mike Burrows’ Return Can Help Astros — When it Happens

Mike Burrows’ Return Can Help Astros — When it Happens

One thing the Houston Astros simply can't get away from is starting pitching injuries. Houston was besieged with them in April, as they lost Tatsuya Imai, Hunter Brown and Cristian Javier to various injuries.

Houston Astros News / Netflix Junkie / August 9

‘Power Rangers’ Legend Jason David Frank Gets One Last Big-Screen Moment

Jason David Frank built a career that outlived the television era that made him famous. As Tommy Oliver, he moved from the Green Ranger to the White Ranger and eventually became one of the few actors whose presence could instantly reconnect multiple generations of Power Rangers fans.

Jorge Soler News / TWSN / August 8
Jorge Soler Would Be the Houston Astros Perfect Post-MLB Trade Deadline Addition

Jorge Soler Would Be the Houston Astros Perfect Post-MLB Trade Deadline Addition

With the MLB trade deadline having passed, contending teams now have to shift their attention to free agents if they want to fix areas on their team. The Houston Astros are one of those contending teams as they currently hold a 60-57 record and are in search of a right-handed-hitting outfielder.

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The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series

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 / Athlon Sports / August 8
Astros Actively Trying to Add More Outfield Help

Astros Actively Trying to Add More Outfield Help

The Houston Astros only made a single major deal on deadline day, acquiring outfielder Daulton Varsho from the Toronto Blue Jays for starting pitcher Spencer Arrighetti.

Peter Lambert News / Field Level Media / August 8
Astros turn to reliable Peter Lambert in game vs. Padres

Astros turn to reliable Peter Lambert in game vs. Padres

There's some doubt that the Houston Astros have the starting pitching to win the American League West. Imagine how much trouble they might be in if right-hander Peter Lambert hadn't suddenly blossomed into their most dependable starting pitcher this season.

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The '2026 CFB preseason Coach's Poll' quiz
 The '2026 CFB preseason Coach's Poll' quiz
The 'NFL 1,500-yard rushers' quiz
 The 'NFL 1,500-yard rushers' quiz
The 'Most TDs by NFL franchise' quiz
 The 'Most TDs by NFL franchise' quiz
The 'Last five-hit game by MLB team' quiz
 The 'Last five-hit game by MLB team' quiz
Cam Smith News / Field Level Media / August 8
Cam Smith's two homer get Astros past Padres

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

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.

Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 7
Astros’ Biggest 2026 MLB Trade Deadline Mistake

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.

Zach Dezenzo News / Viral Sports News / August 6
Astros Shake Up Roster With 3-Year MLB Player Demotion

Astros Shake Up Roster With 3-Year MLB Player Demotion

The Houston Astros optioned outfielder Zach Dezenzo to Triple-A Sugar Land on Thursday, clearing a roster spot ahead of their upcoming series against the San Diego Padres.

Houston Astros News / Just Baseball / August 6
The Houston Astros Didn’t Live Up to Their Promise To Buy

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.

Jose Altuve News / Field Level Media / August 5
Jose Altuve aims to stay hot, lead Astros to series win vs. Jays

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.

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 3
Astros acquire Daulton Varsho from Blue Jays for starter Spencer Arrighetti

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
The 'MLB Playoff games with 10 K's, 0 BBs or runs' quiz
Carlos Correa News / Larry Brown Sports / August 1
Surprising news emerges about Carlos Correa

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

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
The 'MLB Playoff games with 10 K's, 0 BBs or runs' quiz
J.P. France News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 30
Astros To Release J.P. France

Astros To Release J.P. France

The Astros are moving on from right-hander J.P. France, per Chandler Rome of The Athletic. The veteran has spent most of the season at Triple-A. France struggled in three games with the Astros in April.

Jeremy Pena News / Yardbarker / July 29
Insider urges Red Sox to pursue blockbuster Jeremy Pena trade

Insider urges Red Sox to pursue blockbuster Jeremy Pena trade

Should the Red Sox explore a move for Pena?

Garrett Crochet’s injury triggers an interesting clause in his Red Sox contract
Red Sox OF prospect Andrews Opata sets new stolen-base record for Low-A Salem
The 'Active 20-HR season leaders' quiz
Munetaka Murakami News / Yardbarker / July 26
Munetaka Murakami steps up on day White Sox honor him

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.
On deck: Yankees-White Sox, Red Sox-Dodgers, Cubs-Cardinals are pivotal series
The 'No.1-overall MLB Draft picks' quiz
Lance McCullers Jr. News / Yardbarker / July 26
Brewers quickly move on from Lance McCullers Jr.

Brewers quickly move on from Lance McCullers Jr.

So much for the Lance McCullers Jr. Era for the Milwaukee Brewers.

Rockies face tall task vs. Brewers' Jacob Misiorowski in finale
Robert Gasser holds Rockies in check as Brewers win
Brewers reportedly aiming high with trade targets ahead of deadline
The 'MLB wins leaders since 2000' quiz

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