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Astros OF Daulton Varsho (wrist) done for season after surgery

Astros OF Daulton Varsho (wrist) done for season after surgery

Houston Astros outfielder Daulton Varsho underwent arthroscopic surgery on his left wrist Tuesday and is done for the season. He had been dealing with cysts in the wrist most of the season and was placed on the 10-day injured list on Sept.

Joe Espada News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 30
How Astros manager Joe Espada reacted to emerging tension between players, fans

How Astros manager Joe Espada reacted to emerging tension between players, fans

Houston Astros manager Joe Espada moved Wednesday to defuse tension between his players and the home crowd before Game 2 of the American League Wild Card Series against the Chicago White Sox.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / September 30

Astros Game 2 Playoff History Has Huge Moments & Big Heartbreaks

These are the days where legends are made. It’s one thing to win a random Tuesday night regular season contest during the month of May against the lowly Angels.

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The 'Most 200-K MLB seasons' quiz

The 'Most 200-K MLB seasons' quiz

How many of the pitchers in MLB's Live Ball era (since 1920) with five or more 200-strikeout seasons under their belt can you name in five minutes?

The 'MLB all-time K-leaders' quiz
The 'League strikeout leaders by season' quiz
The 'Cy Young winners of the 2000s' quiz
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / September 30
The Biggest Question the Astros Must Answer Before Game 2

The Biggest Question the Astros Must Answer Before Game 2

After dominating much of the last decade with seven consecutive appearances in the American League Championship Series, four trips to the World Series and two championships, the recent postseason history of the Houston Astros has been a failure.

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The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.

Joe Espada News / Houston Astros on SI / September 30
Why Joe Espada's Wrong Decision Hurt the Astros in Game 1

Why Joe Espada's Wrong Decision Hurt the Astros in Game 1

The Houston Astros fell 6-3 to the Chicago White Sox in Game 1 of the American League Wild-Card Series on Tuesday afternoon. The White Sox grabbed the lead in the first inning and never looked back.

Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 30
Christian Walker, Bennett Sousa got super pissed about weak Astros crowd booing during Game 1 loss

Christian Walker, Bennett Sousa got super pissed about weak Astros crowd booing during Game 1 loss

The Houston Astros took a 6-3 loss to the Chicago White Sox in the MLB Wild Card Round, and it’s safe to say their backs are against the wall. Though the loss may hurt, what’s worse is that it may have felt like a road game for the Astros, as the fans started to boo them during the game.

Yordan Alvarez News / Athlon Sports / September 30
Yordan Alvarez Explains How He Stayed Healthy During Astros Season

Yordan Alvarez Explains How He Stayed Healthy During Astros Season

Yordan Alvarez took a different approach to his health during the 2026 season, hiring a personal trainer to travel with him throughout the year. The Houston Astros star had played only 48 games in 2025 because of a fractured right hand and an ankle sprain.

Bryan King News / Houston Astros on SI / September 30
One Stat No One is Talking About From Astros Game One Loss Against White Sox

One Stat No One is Talking About From Astros Game One Loss Against White Sox

The Astros fell to the White Sox in game one of the best-of-three game Wild Card series at home. Its easy to highlight Bryan King’s failures or AJ Blubaugh’s struggles gererally, but this game was turned on its head due to the White Sox being able to execute with two strikes in the early innings.

Hunter Brown News / Field Level Media / September 29
Astros ask Hunter Brown to square series with White Sox

Astros ask Hunter Brown to square series with White Sox

HOUSTON -- The Astros spent most of the regular season playing from behind, so their late rally to the American League West title should serve as a template for how they must respond after dropping Game 1 of their American League wild-card series with the Chicago White Sox.

MLB News / Yardbarker
The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 30
Sean Burke vs. Hunter Brown: How starters match up in White Sox-Astros Game 2

Sean Burke vs. Hunter Brown: How starters match up in White Sox-Astros Game 2

Game 2 between the Chicago White Sox and Houston Astros should unfold significantly differently than Game 1.

Hagen Smith gave the White Sox exactly what they needed as Game 1 opener
Astros ask Hunter Brown to square series with White Sox
Colson Montgomery becomes the second-youngest player in White Sox history to hit a postseason home run
The 'MLB Playoff games with 10 K's, 0 BBs or runs' quiz
Joe Espada News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 29

Joe Espada sends powerful message to Astros after Game 1 loss to White Sox

Houston Astros manager Joe Espada delivered a direct message after his team’s 6-3 loss to the Chicago White Sox in Game 1 of the American League Wild Card Series on Tuesday at Daikin Park.

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The 'Oldest 2-passing-TD NFL games' quiz
 The 'Oldest 2-passing-TD NFL games' quiz
The 'Most 200-K MLB seasons' quiz
 The 'Most 200-K MLB seasons' quiz
The '100-receiving-yard playoff debuts' quiz
 The '100-receiving-yard playoff debuts' quiz
The 'Multiple 30/30 MLB seasons' quiz
 The 'Multiple 30/30 MLB seasons' quiz
MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 29
The Astros player who made history with 1 swing vs. White Sox in MLB playoffs

The Astros player who made history with 1 swing vs. White Sox in MLB playoffs

The Chicago White Sox dominated for the first half of Game 1 of the American League Wild Card Series, but the Houston Astros bounced back in the 5th inning.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / September 29
What We Can Learn From the Astros Wild Card Roster Decisions

What We Can Learn From the Astros Wild Card Roster Decisions

The Astros set their postseason roster for the wild card series against the White Sox with a few notable selections and omissions. Here’s what we might know about the Astros lineup and pitching decisions for Joe Espada based on the roster.

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 29
Hagen Smith gave White Sox what they needed in Game 1

Hagen Smith gave the White Sox exactly what they needed as Game 1 opener

Rookie Hagen Smith pitched three innings, allowing no runs on two hits with one strikeout in a 6-3 Chicago White Sox win at the Houston Astros in the first game of the wild-card series on Tuesday.

Colson Montgomery homers as White Sox beat Astros 6-3 in Game 1
Colson Montgomery becomes the second-youngest player in White Sox history to hit a postseason home run
One question to answer about every MLB wild-card team
The 'MLB active wins leaders' quiz
Yordan Alvarez News / Viral Sports News / September 29
Astros Make Yordan Alvarez Announcement Before Game 1

Astros Make Yordan Alvarez Announcement Before Game 1

The Houston Astros open their Wild Card series against the Chicago White Sox on Tuesday, and they did so with a clear statement about how they want to attack the first game.

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 29
Former MLB pitcher projects White Sox's Game 1 pitching plans

Former MLB pitcher Dan Plesac projects White Sox's Game 1 pitching plans

Game 1 of the White Sox's American League wild-card series at the Houston Astros is on Tuesday. 

Astros, White Sox going with bullpen games in Game 1 of wild-card series
White Sox vs. Astros: Breaking down the 2026 season series
Predicting all MLB postseason rounds: Who wins the World Series?
The 'Active multiple .300 seasons' quiz
MLB News / Field Level Media / September 28
Resilient Astros, upstart White Sox matchup of opposites

Resilient Astros, upstart White Sox matchup of opposites

HOUSTON -- In one corner sits a franchise that has won eight division titles, four American League pennants and two World Series championships over the last decade.

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 28
Astros, White Sox going with bullpen games in Game 1

Astros, White Sox going with bullpen games in Game 1 of wild-card series

The Chicago White Sox and Houston Astros are both expected to use bullpen games in Game 1 of their American League Wild Card Series on Tuesday.

White Sox vs. Astros: Breaking down the 2026 season series
Cubs, White Sox wild-card TV schedules announced
The most important, yet overlooked player for every MLB Wild Card team
Predicting all MLB postseason rounds: Who wins the World Series?
The 'A.L. Batting Champions' quiz
Jason Alexander News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 28
Astros Outright Jason Alexander

Astros Outright Jason Alexander

Right-hander Jason Alexander cleared waivers after being designated for assignment by the Astros and has been assigned outright to their Triple-A affiliate, per the transaction log at MLB.com.

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 28
White Sox vs. Astros: Breaking down the 2026 season series

White Sox vs. Astros: Breaking down the 2026 season series

The two teams met up seven times in the regular season, with Houston winning five of the seven games.

Will Venable comments on Chase Meidroth missing second consecutive game
White Sox turn attention to wild card after Guardians win AL Central
The 'MLB active wins leaders' quiz
MLB News / Yardbarker / September 28
Four potential managerial candidates for Mariners

Four potential managerial candidates for Mariners

The Seattle Mariners are officially looking for a new manager. Here are four potential candidates.

The 'MLB player name riddles' quiz
MLB News / Yardbarker / September 26
White Sox turn attention to wild card after Guardians win AL Central

White Sox turn attention to wild card after Guardians win AL Central

The Chicago White Sox's 9-6 loss to the Colorado Rockies and the 11-5 Cleveland Guardians win over the Kansas City Royals ended the American League Central race.

White Sox shortstop Colson Montgomery set dubious record
Munetaka Murakami's hilarious playoff celebration goes viral
Justin Verlander professes love for Tigers, foreshadows HOF plaque decision
The 'Active 40-HR MLB seasons' quiz
MLB News / Yardbarker / September 26
Justin Verlander professes love for Tigers

Justin Verlander professes love for Tigers, foreshadows HOF plaque decision

Despite needing to leave to win a championship, Justin Verlander's eventual plaque inside the Baseball Hall of Fame will likely show him wearing the Detroit Tigers' logo on his cap.

White Sox shortstop Colson Montgomery sets dubious record
Munetaka Murakami's hilarious playoff celebration goes viral
CC Sabathia's jersey number retired at Yankee Stadium
Eury Perez tosses first career complete game to blank Braves
Sweep, schedule change puts pressure solely on Cubs' shoulders
Why the Red Sox and Cubs are playing Game 162 at Tropicana Field
Daulton Varsho News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 24
Astros place Daulton Varsho on injured list

Astros place Daulton Varsho on injured list

The Astros announced that they have placed outfielder Daulton Varsho on the 10-day injured list, retroactive to September 23, with left wrist inflammation.

Cristian Javier News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 23
Astros Select Josh Hendrickson, Place Cristian Javier On Injured List

Astros Select Josh Hendrickson, Place Cristian Javier On Injured List

7:31pm: It’s a Grade 2 strain for Javier, manager Joe Espada tells reporters (including Chandler Rome of The Athletic). 7:10pm: The Astros announced they’ve selected lefty Josh Hendrickson onto the major league roster.

Yordan Alvarez News / Yardbarker / September 23
Why Astros' Yordan Alvarez should win AL MVP

Why Astros' Yordan Alvarez should win AL MVP

Houston Astros slugger Yordan Alvarez deserves to win the 2026 AL MVP.

We Are Watching the End of an Astros Era
The 'Active 40-HR MLB seasons' quiz
Carlos Correa News / Yardbarker / September 15
Astros get worst-case news for Carlos Correa's potential return

Astros get worst-case news for Carlos Correa's potential return

The reunion between the Houston Astros and Correa has not quite gone according to plan.

Clinging to AL West lead, Astros enter crunch time vs. Royals
Jonathan Aranda keys offensive outburst as Rays rout Astros
Daulton Varsho's offense finally showing signs of life for Astros
The 'MLB Playoff hits leaders' quiz

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