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MLB News / Crawfish Boxes / September 9
Astros at Phillies Game Discussion: 9/9/2026 
TONIGHT’S GAME: The Houston Astros (74-71) and Philadelphia Phillies (81-64) will play the 2nd game of this 3-game set tonight at Citizens Bank Park. RHP Hunter Brown (5-3, 3.31 ERA) will start for the Astros as he takes on the Phils’ LHP Cristopher Sánchez (16-5, 2.58 ERA).
Joe Espada News / Houston Astros on SI / September 9
Astros Manager Joe Espada Drops Bold Statement After Win Over Phillies
In the thick of the playoff race, which has just over two weeks remaining, the Houston Astros began a pivotal six-game road trip against two teams that are safely in the postseason next month.
Carlos Correa News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 9
Is Astros’ Carlos Correa returning from injury soon?
The Houston Astros have had an up-and-down season, but that hasn’t stopped them from staying in first place in the AL West. Granted, the Texas Rangers are right behind them, but if they can finish the season strong, they shouldn’t have much to worry about.
The 'MLB multi-time MVPs' quiz
Throughout MLB history, 34 players have won the AL or NL MVP Awards more than once. How many of those players can you name in five minutes?
Hayden Wesneski News / Houston Astros on SI / September 9
Astros Have Found Their No. 3 Starter in the Rotation After Latest Performance
The Houston Astros have struggled with stability in the starting pitching rotation throughout the season and it looks like they may have found a legit No.
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 / Crawfish Boxes / September 8
Astros 3 HRs Back Big Wes; Hold On for 6-5 Win Over Phillies
It turned into a nail-biter, but what a way to start a road trip! Astros 6 Phillies 5. The fireworks started early, silencing much of the 39,262 in attendance.
Yordan Alvarez News / Viral Sports News / September 8
Houston Astros Announce Sudden Yordan Alvarez Decision
The Houston Astros travel to Philadelphia this week for a three-game set that could shape the final stretch of their season. They arrive after dropping two of three to the Arizona Diamondbacks, a series in which their offense managed just five runs across the last two games.
Daulton Varsho News / Athlon Sports / September 8
Daulton Varsho's Struggles Only Adding to Astros' Outfield Uncertainty
The Houston Astros‘ lone major move at the MLB trade deadline was acquiring outfielder Daulton Varsho from the Toronto Blue Jays in exchange for starting pitcher Spencer Arrighetti.
Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / September 8
Astros, atop AL West despite offensive slowdown, open series vs. Phils
The Houston Astros will look to get more out of their bats when they kick off a six-game road trip on Tuesday with the opener of a three-game series against the Philadelphia Phillies.
MLB News / Houston Astros on SI / September 7
Where Astros Land in Latest Power Rankings After Series Loss to Diamondbacks
The Houston Astros hosted the Arizona Diamondbacks, riding high on a series win over the Chicago White Sox to open the homestand, only to drop the final two games before hitting the road.
Jake Meyers News / Houston Astros on SI / September 7
Astros Make Telling Jake Meyers Move After Claiming New Outfielder
Jake Meyers started the 2025-26 campaign as the Houston Astros’ starting center fielder. Five months later, things have not worked out. The Astros are sending him back to Triple-A to make room for an outfielder just claimed off waivers.
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.
MLB News / Viral Sports News / September 7
Astros Acquire 25-Year-Old Outfielder in Post-Deadline Move
The Houston Astros added another piece to their unsettled outfield Sunday, claiming 25-year-old switch-hitter Jorge Barrosa off waivers from the Arizona Diamondbacks, via the MLB transaction log.
Jorge Barrosa News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 6
Astros Claim Jorge Barrosa
The Astros announced that outfielder Jorge Barrosa has been claimed off waivers from the Diamondbacks. In corresponding moves for the 28-man and 40-man rosters, Houston optioned outfielder Jake Meyers to Triple-A and moved right-hander Mike Burrows from the 15-day injured list to the 60-day IL.
Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 6
Astros’ Jose Altuve ties Craig Biggio in franchise history with incredible feat
The Houston Astros are used to getting some great performances from veteran infielder Jose Altuve. Altuve provided yet another strong outing on Sunday, in a game against the Arizona Diamondbacks.
Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / September 6
Astros option RHP Kai-Wei Teng, recall RHP Miguel Ullola
The Houston Astros optioned right-handed reliever Kai-Wei Teng to Triple-A Sugar Land and recalled right-handed reliever Miguel Ullola from Sugar Land on Sunday.
Yordan Alvarez News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 6
Astros’ slugger Yordan Alvarez’s new career high adds to MVP credentials
Houston Astros slugger Yordan Alvarez has been on a tear all season, as he is one of a few legitimate MVP candidates in the American League. He managed to strengthen his case for the highly coveted award after achieving a new career high on Sunday.
Josh Hader News / Athlon Sports / September 5
Astros’ Josh Hader Now Owns Historic 100-Year MLB Record
Josh Hader has added another remarkable milestone to an already historic career, becoming the hardest pitcher to hit over the past century among those with at least 500 career appearances.
Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / September 5
Astros' pitching trending up as series with D-backs continues
Two nights after Hayden Wesneski continued what has been a remarkably smooth return from Tommy John surgery, Cristian Javier matched his season high in strikeouts and gave the Houston Astros more confidence that their rotation is rounding into form.
Steven Okert News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 4
Astros Place Steven Okert On Injured List
The Astros announced that left-hander Steven Okert has been placed on the 15-day injured list, retroactive to September 1, due to a right hamstring strain.
Daulton Varsho News / Just Baseball / September 3
Daulton Varsho’s Free-Agent Payday is Taking a Major Hit
Amidst the chatter of Freddy Peralta tanking a potential nine-figure free-agency check, Daulton Varsho‘s similar walk-season struggles have remained relatively quiet.
MLB News / Yardbarker / September 2
Three impending free agents who need a strong finish to 2026
The projected free agent landscape has changed since the start of the 2026 season. But some players can still reap the benefits of free agency.
Juan Soto News / Yardbarker / August 29
Mets activate star Juan Soto off IL ahead of Astros game
He will bat second against the Astros and be the designated hitter.
Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / August 27
Astros reunite with pitching guru Brent Strom for regular-season stretch run
With the race for the American League West crown hanging in the balance, the Houston Astros fortified their pitching staff with a major addition on Thursday.
Carlos Correa News / Yardbarker / August 26
Astros could get playoff boost with Carlos Correa's return
A key part of the Houston Astros lineup could return in time for their final playoff push.
Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / August 24
Astros part ways with general manager Dana Brown
Brown had been the Astros GM since 2023 and his contract was on track to expire at the end of the 2026 season, with no talks of an extension.
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