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Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / August 4
Taylor Trammell's homer powers Astros past Blue Jays
Taylor Trammell clubbed a three-run homer, Hayden Wesneski delivered a quality start and the Houston Astros evened their three-game series against the Toronto Blue Jays with a 7-2 win on Tuesday.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / August 4
Astros Look To Change Their Clutch Hitting Numbers From Monday Night
The Houston Astros failed to come through with a load of runners on base in last night’s game against the Blue Jays. The Astros will look to rebound on Tuesday sending Hayden Wesneski to the mound.
Tarik Skubal News / Houston Astros on SI / August 4
Did the Astros Make a Mistake by Failing to Acquire Tarik Skubal?
The Houston Astros showed interest in trading for Tarik Skubal before the MLB trade deadline, but they ultimately watched the Los Angeles Dodgers complete the deal instead.
The 'Three-time batting champions' quiz
Luis Arraez won his third consecutive batting title, this time with the Padres in the National League. He's the first player ever to win the title in three straight years with three different teams. Can you name every player to win the batting at least three times?
MLB News / Crawfish Boxes / August 4
Astros vs. Blue Jays Game Discussion: 8/4/2026 
TONIGHT’S GAME: The first-place Houston Astros (58-56), who had their six-game winning streak snapped last night, will look to begin a new streak tonight in the middle game of their three-game series against the Toronto Blue Jays (53-60).
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.
Carlos Correa News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 4
Carlos Correa’s huge injury update will catch Astros fans’ attention
It was recently revealed that Houston Astros star infielder Carlos Correa is hoping to play again this season after initial reports suggested he’d miss the rest of the campaign after suffering an ankle injury in May.
Spencer Arrighetti News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 4
Why Blue Jays’ Spencer Arrighetti won’t face Astros after trade
The Toronto Blue Jays acquired starting pitcher Spencer Arrighetti in a trade with the Houston Astros on Monday. Toronto had to move outfielder Daulton Varsho to make the deal happen, but Arrighetti is a young pitcher who has displayed signs of promise.
Daulton Varsho News / Houston Astros on SI / August 4
The Biggest Question Behind the Astros' Daulton Varsho Trade
The biggest question surrounding Daulton Varsho's arrival in Houston is whether the Astros can help him recover the contact profile that turned his best swings into game-changing power last season.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / August 4
What the Astros Got Right (and Wrong) at the Trade Deadline
Going into the trade deadline, one wild card was the Houston Astros. Coming out of the All-Star break, they were in the middle of either buying or selling.
Yordan Alvarez News / Houston Astros on SI / August 4
How Yordan Alvarez Continues to Dominate Pitchers in Race for AL MVP
Houston Astros slugger Yordan Alvarez was named AL Player of the Month for July. It was the second time this season that Alvarez has taken home the monthly award pairing this win with an award for April.
Bryce Mayer News / Crawfish Boxes / August 4
Astros Announce Minor League Player/Pitcher of the Month for July
The Houston Astros player development department has named IF Waner Luciano the Astros Player of the Month for July and RHP Bryce Mayer the Astros Pitcher of the Month for July.
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 / Houston Astros on SI / August 4
How Houston Astros Won Their 10th Straight Silver Boot Over Rangers
After everything that could possibly go wrong went wrong for the Houston Astros early in the season, everything that could go right is going right for this team right now.
Daulton Varsho News / Crawfish Boxes / August 4
In the lab: What can the Astros expect from Daulton Varsho?
Obviously, the news broke yesterday and one of the biggest benefits of making a trade with a team playing in your stadium is that the results are instantaneous.
Dana Brown News / Crawfish Boxes / August 4
Brown’s Trade Deadline Felt Like Desperation & Not an Astros Title Push
Now that the Major League Baseball trade deadline has come and gone, the focus shifts from speculation to evaluation. And from where I sit, it’s hard not to view the Astros’ deadline as a massive disappointment.
Daulton Varsho News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 4
MLB insider touts Astros’ ‘seamless’ Daulton Varsho fit after trade deadline addition
The Houston Astros badly needed an outfielder, and they addressed that need of theirs by pulling off a trade with the Toronto Blue Jays for center fielder Daulton Varsho.
Daulton Varsho News / Just Baseball / August 4
Houston Astros Acquire Daulton Varsho From Blue Jays
The Toronto Blue Jays have traded another core piece of their roster by dealing outfielder Daulton Varsho to the Houston Astros. Varsho has been one of
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 3
Astros Have Discussed Foster Griffin
The Astros subtracted from their rotation depth when they swapped Spencer Arrighetti to the Blue Jays for center fielder Daulton Varsho. Houston now finds itself in the pitching market, according to Brian McTaggart of MLB.com, with an hour until the deadline.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 3
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.
Carlos Correa News / Field Level Media / August 2
Astros' Carlos Correa (ankle surgery) not ruling out 2026 return
On May 11, Carlos Correa underwent what he thought was season-ending surgery on his left ankle. On Saturday, he began working out on the field again, well ahead of the original six- to eight-month recovery timeline.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 2
Astros Owner Reportedly Nixes Trevor Larnach/Bryan Abreu Trade
The Twins and Astros agreed to a trade that would have seen outfielder Trevor Larnach swapped for right-hander Bryan Abreu but Astros owner Jim Crane blocked the deal.
Carlos Correa News / Larry Brown Sports / August 1
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.
Houston Astros News / Viral Sports News / August 1
Astros Land Major All-Star Update Before MLB Trade Deadline
Houston Astros infielder offered a measure of hope on Saturday regarding his recovery timeline after undergoing surgery earlier this year to repair the peroneus brevis tendon in his left ankle.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 31
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.
Cam Smith News / Just Baseball / July 31
How Much Longer of a Leash Can the Astros Give Cam Smith?
When the Houston Astros traded Kyle Tucker to the Chicago Cubs ahead of the 2025 season, they were assuredly receiving quite the haul for a one-year rental.
Jeremy Pena News / Yardbarker / July 29
Insider urges Red Sox to pursue blockbuster Jeremy Pena trade
Should the Red Sox explore a move for Pena?
Munetaka Murakami News / Yardbarker / July 26
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.
Lance McCullers Jr. News / Yardbarker / July 26
Brewers quickly move on from Lance McCullers Jr.
So much for the Lance McCullers Jr. Era for the Milwaukee Brewers.
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