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Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / October 19
Astros Urged To Trade One of Their Abundance of Infielders to Address Major Need
When the Houston Astros parted ways with general manager Dana Brown back in late August, it wasn't surprising. Former manager Joe Espada remained for the rest of the regular season and ended up getting Houston to the playoffs by winning a weak American League West Division.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / October 19
4 Former Houston Astros Players Back on the Free-Agent Market This Offseason
The Houston Astros are a hard team to predict when it comes to free agency. In the past, the front office has spent big, but other times, the wallet isn't too depleted.
Christian Vazquez News / Houston Astros on SI / October 18
Houston Astros Face Key Decision at Catcher That Goes Beyond Christian Vazquez
There are many options to consider, depending on what the Houston Astros are willing to pursue. As with every free-agent class, certain players are valued more highly than others based on each team’s priorities.
The 'NLCS MVPs' quiz
MLB has been awarding the National League Championship Series MVP Award since the 1977 season. How many of the winners can you name in six minutes?
Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 18
The Astros Face An Isaac Paredes Decision
The Astros’ infield was a hot topic last winter. It seemed like the club had five players for four spots, leading to speculation that a trade would be necessary.
25 things we learned from the 2026 MLB season
The 2026 MLB season was full of great performances, breakout stars, and incredible feats. These are the 25 things we learned along the way.
Peter Lambert News / New Baseball Media / October 19
Looking at Peter Lambert’s Breakout 2026 Season
Our look into the best breakout stories from the 2026 Major League Baseball season continues with Astros pitcher Peter Lambert. There’s an interesting theme around the 2026 MLB Postseason.
Joey Loperfido News / Houston Astros on SI / October 18
Astros May Already Have Their Answer in Left Field With Joey Loperfido
Drafted and developed by the Houston Astros, Joey Loperfido made his debut with the club in 2024, but then abruptly left after becoming a trade piece for Japanese starter Yusei Kikuchi at that season’s trade deadline.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / October 17
Astros’ Lack of Stability Remains Major Concern Entering the Offseason
A couple of days ago, I was remembering Jeremy Pena’s decisive home run four years ago that ended an 18-inning marathon that lasted 6 hours and 22 minutes.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / October 17
One Area Where Astros Lag Behind Former Coach's New College Job
Dan Hennigan has made an eye-opening admission following his departure from the Houston Astros, one that leads one to believe the franchise is behind a college program in a key area.
Yordan Alvarez News / Houston Astros on SI / October 17
Former Astros Coach Reveals What Makes Yordan Alvarez Nearly Impossible to Stop
Former Houston Astros director of hitting and offensive coordinator Dan Hennigan has explained what makes Yordan Alvarez such a dangerous hitter. The secret — his ability to to recognize how pitchers attack him and adjust accordingly.
Joe Espada News / Houston Astros on SI / October 16
Former Astros Manager Joe Espada Shares Goodbye Message to Houston
It was revealed on Wednesday that the Houston Astros did not renew the contract of manager Joe Espada. This news seemed inevitable after the 2026 season, given the performance of the club over the last few years and the sweep in the Wild Card round this year at the hands of the Chicago White Sox.
25 records that were broken during the 2026 MLB season
The 2026 MLB season was historic in many ways. These 25 records were broken during the season.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / October 16
Houston Astros’ Pending Free Agents’ Market Values Revealed
The Houston Astros, after winning the AL West with an 81-81 record, have a big offseason ahead of them. Not only do they want to improve from a .500 team, but the front office has several decisions to make about the future of the franchise.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / October 16
MLB Postseason Exposed Astros For Who They Really Were in 2026
There was suddenly a different feel around the Houston Astros on the last day of the regular season when they won the American League West division. It was their eighth division title in the last nine full seasons, and it felt like the postseason could turn the page and set up the Astros to make some noise in October.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / October 15
Two Astros Players Named 2026 Gold Glove Finalists
There were a lot of issues that led to the Houston Astros having the season they had in 2026, but some bright spots were seen on defense. Now, it wasn't
Joe Espada News / EssentiallySports / October 15
Astros Fire Manager Despite Winning Division Amid Growing Links With Mariners
Winning a division title was supposed to give a manager some job security. In Houston, however, it cost Joe Espada his job. After nine years with the Astros, his time in Houston is over, leaving him searching for his next chapter… and potentially opening the door to a rival team!
Joe Espada News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 14
Astros’ 4 best Joe Espada manager replacements
The Houston Astros are officially searching for a new manager after deciding not to renew Joe Espada’s contract following three seasons at the helm. Espada helped Houston win two American League West titles, but the team’s recent postseason struggles ultimately led the organization in a different direction.
Houston Astros News / Larry Brown Sports / October 14
Astros make decision on manager Joe Espada
The Houston Astros are officially in the hunt for a new manager. The Astros confirmed Wednesday that they will not renew the contract of manager Joe Espada.
Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / October 14
Five managerial candidates Astros should consider following Joe Espada firing
As Houston sets to embark on a pivotal offseason, here are five managerial candidates who should be on owner Jim Crane's radar.
Joe Espada News / Yardbarker / October 13
Mariners reportedly set to meet with Joe Espada regarding manager job
The Seattle Mariners' next manager could be a familiar face from the opposing dugout.
Tatsuya Imai News / Athlon Sports / October 9
Astros Have Intriguing Dilemma with Tatsuya Imai
The Houston Astros had high expectations for Tatsuya Imai after he signed a three-year, $54 million contract in January. However, the 28-year-old struggled to adjust to MLB hitting in his first full major league season.
Houston Astros News / Just Baseball / October 7
5 Things We Learned About the Astros in 2026
It’s not often that a playoff team has a fan base that is irate. You typically don’t see a GM change during a playoff season either. Yet both are true with the 2026 Houston Astros.
Houston Astros News / Just Baseball / October 7
Houston Astros Arbitration Projections and Tender Decisions
Once a team comes up with its projected salary for all of its arbitration-eligible players, it will begin a tender analysis to simply determine: “Are we comfortable guaranteeing Player X this much money?” If the answer is yes, the player will be tendered a contract prior to the mid-November Tender Deadline.
Houston Astros News / Just Baseball / October 3
Houston Astros’ Season Comes to Unceremonious End
Dynasties rarely announce when they are over. There is usually no clean ending, no obvious moment when a team goes from feared to vulnerable. The names are still familiar.
MLB News / Yardbarker / October 1
White Sox used specific formula to win wild-card series over Astros
The Chicago White Sox took early leads and relied on their bullpen to complete a two-game sweep of the Houston Astros in the American League Wild Card series.
MLB News / Yardbarker / September 30
Astros deserved boos from their fans in wild-card series vs. White Sox
It took just two games for the Chicago White Sox to sweep the Houston Astros out of the American League Wild Card round and show that the AL West winners were never real postseason contenders.
MLB News / Yardbarker / September 30
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.
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