Houston Astros: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

5 Greatest Houston Astros Pitchers of All Time

While the best teams in the history of the Houston Astros are driven by the bats -- highlighted by the "Killer B's" of Craig Biggio, Jeff Bagwell, and Lance Berkman -- the pitching has been sparkling as well.

Features

The Morning Bark

The Quiz of the Day

5 Greatest Houston Astros Hitters of All Time

The Houston Astros were one of the most fearsome dynasties in recent MLB memory, making the ALCS or World Series in every year from 2017 to 2022 and winning it all in 2017 and 2022.

MLB News / Sport Relay / May 31

Brewers Edge Astros Behind Strong Pitching

The Houston Astros fell to the Milwaukee Brewers, 2–0, on Sunday afternoon at Daikin Park as Brewers pitching delivered a scoreless performance in the series finale.

MLB News / Yardbarker / May 31

Brewers' Jacob Misiorowski finishes May with a bang vs. Astros

It comes as no surprise that Milwaukee Brewers flamethrower Jacob Misiorowski finished the month of May delivering another gem of a performance.

Blue Jays targeting Shane Bieber's return to help boost rotation

Pirates lose star shortstop Konnor Griffin to a potential serious injury

Sonny Gray has been highly effective on the mound following IL stint

Blue Jays OF Jesus Sanchez suffers most bizarre injury of MLB season

The 'Most K's to start an MLB career' quiz

Shohei Ohtani News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Foreign-born 250-HR club' quiz

How many of the 53 Major League Baseball players not born in the United States of America with 250 or more career home runs can you name in seven minutes?

The 'Last 30-HR season by MLB team' quiz

The 'Most K's to start an MLB career' quiz

The 'Active 40-HR MLB seasons' quiz

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / May 31

Astros Reliever Finally Trending in Right Direction Despite Costly Mishap

To say that the Houston Astros haven't been having the most fun in general this season is a fair statement. Injuries have plagued the roster, and key players have had their fair share of personal struggles on the field.

MLB News / Yardbarker

The 25 greatest rookie seasons in MLB history

Not every all-timer has instant success at the next level. For many baseball players, it takes a few bumps in the road out of the gate before they ever reach stardom.

Yordan Alvarez News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 31

Yordan Alvarez getting cooked by 103 mph Miz heat leaves insider’s mind blown

The Houston Astros are hoping for big things each game from designated hitter Yordan Alvarez. Alvarez got smoked on Sunday by Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Jacob Misiorowski.

Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 31

Astros’ Cristian Javier gets massive injury update from Joe Espada

As Houston Astros pitcher Cristian Javier has been dealing with a shoulder injury that has kept him out for the majority of the season, the 29-year-old does get a big update on Sunday.

Yordan Alvarez News / Houston Astros on SI / May 31

Mind Boggling Stat Proves Astros Yordan Alvarez Owns Rangers at Globe Life

The Houston Astros might not be facing off with their in-state and division rivals anymore, but what Yordan Alvarez did, and has done, against the Texas Rangers in Arlington, should not be ignored.

Jeremy Pena News / Field Level Media / May 31

Behind Jeremy Pena, Astros chase series win vs. Brewers

Houston shortstop Jeremy Pena routinely is lauded for his production and personality, and the Astros missed both while he spent 33 games on the injured list earlier this season because of a hamstring strain.

Christian Walker News / Sport Relay / May 30

Peña, Walker Lift Astros Over Brewers

The Houston Astros defeated the Milwaukee Brewers, 9–2, on Saturday afternoon at Daikin Park behind a strong offensive performance from Jeremy Peña and Christian Walker.

MLB News / Field Level Media / May 30

Astros use active bats to cool down Brewers

Jeremy Pena and Isaac Paredes capped three-run uprisings with two-run, extra-base hits to help the Houston Astros claim a 9-2 victory over the visiting Milwaukee Brewers on Saturday.

MLB News / Yardbarker

Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?

The only two things rarer in modern-day baseball than the four-homer game is the Triple Crown and the unassisted triple play. The former is, of course, done over an entire season, while there's a large level of lucky in the unassisted triple play.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / May 30

Astros Receive Two Massive Updates on Return Timelines for Injured Players

As the Houston Astros' season starts to flip on its head, with the franchise being 7-3 over its last 10 games, things are starting to look up. Though the record might not show it, currently 26-33 entering game two against the Milwaukee Brewers, Houston is 3.5 games back of first place in the AL West.

Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 30

Astros’ Jose Altuve, Cristian Javier receive crucial injury updates on Saturday

The Houston Astros received important injury updates Saturday, with Jose Altuve and Cristian Javier both moving closer to returns. Altuve’s progress offered the more encouraging immediate outlook, while Javier’s rehab plan gave Houston a clearer timeline for a starter trying to reset after a difficult opening stretch.

Click here to get Yardbarker's Quiz of the Day emailed to you!

The 'Men's French Open champions' quiz

The 'Foreign-born 250-HR club' quiz

The 'NBA Coaches of the Year' quiz

The 'Active playoff double-doubles' quiz

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / May 30

2 Astros Continue To Be Subject of Trade Deadline Targets for Contenders

Not too long ago, it looked like the Houston Astros were heading down a road that led to nowhere good for the 2026 season. After a 5-2 beginning to the season, the Astros endured a dreadful 1-9 road trip that saw three starting pitchers end up on the injured list.

Christian Walker News / Houston Astros on SI / May 29

One Key Stat Showcases Christian Walker’s 2026 Turnaround With Astros

As the Houston Astros' offense has started to heat up, a lot of the credit has to be handed to veteran first baseman Christian Walker. The combination of Walker and Yordan Alvarez in the middle of the lineup might be one of the best in the American League, yet they're flying under the radar.

Houston Astros News / Athlon Sports / May 29

Astros’ $95 Million Star Named Realistic Trade Candidate Ahead of Return

The Houston Astros are expected to play a big part at the MLB trade deadline. They're 26-32, sit in third place in the American League West and are 2.5 games behind a wild-card spot.

Jose Altuve News / Athlon Sports / May 29

Jose Altuve Injury Update: Astros 2B Takes Step Forward

Jose Altuve has moved one step closer to returning to the Houston Astros after making progress in his recovery from an oblique injury. According to reporter Brian McTaggart, Altuve traveled back to Houston on Thursday and will work out with the Astros during the club’s upcoming homestand.

MLB News / Field Level Media / May 28

Surging Astros secure series win over Rangers

Jeremy Pena and Isaac Paredes homered and Spencer Arrighetti tossed six strong innings as the Houston Astros clinched a series win with a 5-1 win over the Texas Rangers on Thursday in Arlington, Texas.

Amos Willingham News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 28

Marlins, Amos Willingham Agree To Minor League Deal

The Marlins and right-hander Amos Willingham have agreed to a minor league contract, per Ari Alexander of 7News. The Gaeta Sports Management client is headed to Triple-A Jacksonville for the time being.

Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / May 28

Astros' Yordan Alvarez is performing as the best hitter in MLB

The lethal combination of his raw power and exceptional plate discipline has made him a major threat at the plate.

The 'MLB players hit by the most pitches in 2019' quiz

Josh Hader News / Athlon Sports / May 28

Astros Get Injury Update on Josh Hader

Josh Hader is close to returning to action after the veteran reliever continued progressing through his rehab assignment. Astros beat writer Chandler Rome of The Athletic reported that Hader will pitch for Triple-A Sugar Land on Wednesday and Thursday, which should mark the final step before Houston activates him from the 60-day injured list.

Spencer Arrighetti News / Just Baseball / May 26

Spencer Arrighetti’s Continued Success Would Go a Long Way for the Astros

The Houston Astros have finished first or second in the AL West each year since 2016. A team that has built a sustainable winner from the ground up and won two World Series is not all too familiar with its current spot near the bottom with the Angels.

Daniel Johnson News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 25

Astros Release Daniel Johnson

The Astros have released Daniel Johnson, according to his transaction log on MLB.com. The outfielder played in eight games for Houston and another 12 for Triple-A Sugar Land this season.

Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / May 25

Trio of Astros pitchers combine to make history in win over Rangers

In making the 2026 Memorial Day holiday a memorable one, the Houston Astros put together an historic performance in a win over their in-state rival, the Texas Rangers, on Monday night.

Rangers offense reaches rock bottom in no-hit loss to Astros

Jacob Misiorowski dominates again as Brewers continue hot stretch

Guardians' Tanner Bibee ties record for home runs given up in a game

White Sox back above .500 as Rikuu Nishida shines in MLB debut

Dodgers' Roki Sasaki has turned a corner over his last four starts

Red Sox's Garrett Crochet progressing well after injury

Houston Astros News / Larry Brown Sports / May 25

Astros rookies complete a side quest while still dressed for game day

Houston Astros rookies might have seen this one brewing. During Houston’s recent trip to the Windy City for a series against the Chicago Cubs, the Astros gave their rookies an assignment that was completely unrelated to baseball, and it was getting the team its coffee fix.