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Bryan King News / Houston Astros on SI / October 3
Ranking the Houston Astros Biggest Offseason Needs
It was by far the season that anyone expected from the Houston Astros, but as the team was somewhat passive in the offseason. At the trade deadline, it isn't shocking that they were swept in the Wild Card round against the Chicago White Sox.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / October 2
The Biggest Question Houston Astros Must Answer in The Outfield
If you follow the team often, the problem has not been far from your perception: the Houston Astros have used 15 different left fielders over the last two seasons.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / October 2
The Biggest Free-Agent Mistake the Houston Astros Must Avoid This Winter
Depth, in a way, has been a pleasant problem for the Houston Astros for some time since Isaac Paredes and Carlos Correa joined the roster, in a return to the organization after having played four seasons with the Minnesota Twins.
The 'Active 100-hit MLB seasons' quiz
How many of the active MLB players to reach 100 hits in at least eight different seasons can you name in five minutes?
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / October 2
Astros Biggest Disappointment of 2026 Season Was Struggling Right-Handed Pitcher
After spending most of the season chasing the rest of the division, the Houston Astros took control of the American League West Division and fended off the Texas Rangers to capture the division at 81-81 and a home wild-card round series against the Chicago White Sox.
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.
Houston Astros News / Athlon Sports / October 1
Astros Reach Unfortunate Low During Wild Card Sweep
The Houston Astros made unwanted MLB history during their American League Wild Card Series against the Chicago White Sox. After losing both games, Houston became the first team in the postseason to finish a multi-game series without leading at the end of a single inning.
Joe Espada News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 1
Astros rumors: Joe Espada will be a goner quickly after disaster White Sox series
The Houston Astros were eliminated in the Wild Card series after getting swept by the Chicago White Sox, and there could be some changes coming for the team soon.
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.
Jose Altuve News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 30
Astros’ Jose Altuve vows to return to playoffs in 2027 after ugly ending vs. White Sox
The Houston Astros were sent packing early after getting swept by the Chicago White Sox in their wild-card series in the playoffs on Wednesday. The Astros bowed to the White Sox, 7-3, in Game 2 at Daikin Park.
Houston Astros News / Viral Sports News / September 30
Astros Predicted to Make Major Change After Quick Playoff Exit
The Houston Astros’ season ended Wednesday night with a 7-3 loss to the Chicago White Sox in Game 2 of the American League Wild Card Series, completing a sweep and sending the club home after the shortest possible postseason stay.
MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 30
Writer drops ‘competitive crossroads’ truth bomb on Astros after getting embarrassed by White Sox
It is an early offseason for the Houston Astros after an embarrassing performance in the American League Wild Card Round against the Chicago White Sox.
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 / Field Level Media / September 30
White Sox sweep Astros for first postseason series win since 2005
Chase Meidroth hit a backbreaking three-run home run in the sixth inning to help the Chicago White Sox make a big early lead stand up in a 7-3 victory over the Houston Astros on Wednesday that capped a two-game sweep of their 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.
Daulton Varsho News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 30
Daulton Varsho Undergoes Wrist Surgery
The Astros announced Wednesday that outfielder Daulton Varsho underwent arthroscopic surgery on his left wrist. He’d been plagued by a pair of cysts in that wrist, which had become increasingly uncomfortable as the final stretch of the season inched toward its conclusion.
Yordan Alvarez News / Athlon Sports / September 30
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.
Hunter Brown News / Field Level Media / September 29
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 / 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.
MLB News / Yardbarker / September 29
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.
MLB News / Yardbarker / September 29
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.
MLB News / Yardbarker / September 28
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.
Jason Alexander News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 28
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
The two teams met up seven times in the regular season, with Houston winning five of the seven games.
MLB News / Yardbarker / September 28
Four potential managerial candidates for Mariners
The Seattle Mariners are officially looking for a new manager. Here are four potential candidates.
MLB News / Yardbarker / September 26
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.
Justin Verlander News / Yardbarker / September 26
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.
Yordan Alvarez News / Yardbarker / September 23
Why Astros' Yordan Alvarez should win AL MVP
Houston Astros slugger Yordan Alvarez deserves to win the 2026 AL MVP.
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