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On YouTubeHouston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / June 18
Astros Star Closer Has Impacted Winning Nearly As Much As Any Player in Baseball
The Houston Astros are back on top of the American League West entering play on June 18 with a record of 42-31 despite some major obstacles that have had to be overcome.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / June 18
Astros Should Target Key Starting Pitcher in Possible Trade With Pirates
The Houston Astros just simply can not catch a break when it comes to the health of their starting pitch. Luis Garcia, Cristian Javier and J.P. France started the season on the injured list and remain there.
Shay Whitcomb News / Houston Astros on SI / June 18
Astros Recall Shay Whitcomb As Possible Precursor to Player Heading to Injured List
The injury bug has hit the Houston Astros hard with 13 players currently residing on the injured list. Starting pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. -- who was placed on the IL because of a sprained foot -- was one of the most recent additions.
The 'Second-most career home runs for each MLB franchise' quiz
How many of the players in second place on each franchise's all-time home runs leaders list can you name in five minutes?
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / June 18
Today in Astros history - June 18 
What happened today in team history? 1967 - Don Wilson no-no A 22-year-old Don Wilson completes his first career no-hitter, striking out Atlanta Braves slugger Hank Aaron to finish a 2-0 win.
MLB News / Houston Astros on SI / June 18
Houston Astros Trade for Milwaukee Brewers Prospect for First Base Depth
The Houston Astros may be paving the way for a potential slugging option at first base with a minor league trade on Tuesday. Per Francys Romero of beisbolfr.com, the Astros acquired Milwaukee Brewers first base prospect Wes Clarke late Tuesday night.
Cam Smith News / Yardbarker / June 18
Astros outfielder adds to emerging ROY case with huge game in blowout win
Houston Astros rookie outfielder Cam Smith continued to build his case for American League Rookie of the Year consideration with a huge game on Tuesday.
Wes Clarke News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 18
Brewers trade Wes Clarke to Astros
The Brewers traded minor league first baseman Wes Clarke to the Astros, reports Francys Romero. He was not on the Brewers’ 40-man roster and will not occupy a roster spot with Houston.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / June 17
Astros Mounting Injury Woes Should Greatly Concern Team Moving Forward
The Houston Astros have rounded into one of the American League's top sides after a rough start to the season, currently holding an AL West leading 41-31 record.
Houston Astros News / Athlon Sports / June 17
Pro Golfer Emilio Gonzalez Shares the Do’s & Don’ts of a Perfect Pre-Shot Routine in Golf
When it comes to a pre-shot routine in golf, so many amateurs overlook it and disregard its importance. But a trusted pre-shot routine is the key to creating repeatable execution — and pro golfer Emilio Gonzalez and his golf coach Tony Ruggiero help explain why.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / June 17
Astros Minor League Infielder Wins Weekly Award After Exceptional Performance
The Houston Astros have had a pretty exceptional amount of depth in their farm system, which they have been able to call upon in various scenarios throughout the 2025 season.
MLB News / Yardbarker / June 17
Three of the most disappointing MLB players of the 2025 season
As the MLB season approaches its halfway point, these struggling stars will either turn their play around or risk posting career-worst seasons.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / June 17
Astros Are Right Where Everyone Thought They'd Be Despite Twisty-Turvy Path
The Houston Astros entered the 2025 MLB regular season with expectations as low as they have been in several years. While still expected to be competitive, no one would be surprised if they took a few steps back based on the amount of talent that was lost during the offseason.
Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 17
Astros Notes: Melton, Rotation, McCullers
The Astros placed top prospect and rookie outfielder Jacob Melton on the 10-day injured list due to a right ankle sprain over the weekend, but he’ll apparently be out a fair bit longer than the 10-day minimum.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / June 17
Astros Promote Rapidly Improving Southpaw Pitching Prospect to Triple-A Sugar Land
The Houston Astros are in a difficult place when it comes to starting pitcher injuries, with five of them on the 60-day injured list, and two others on the 15-day injured list.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / June 16
Astros Remain Perfect in Comeback Wins With Clutch Plays Late in Games
The Houston Astros sit at the top of the American League West by a solid 4.5 games with the only team to have won over 40 games (41). A big part of this?
Houston Astros News / Athlon Sports / June 16
Astros Announce Lance McCullers Jr. News After Twins Sweep
Fresh off a weekend sweep of the Minnesota Twins, the Houston Astros will be without one of their key starting pitchers to begin a three-game set with the Athletics. The Astros have scratched right-hander Lance McCullers Jr.
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / June 16
McCullers to the 15-Day IL; Replaced with Alexander
His first time back since returning from it in May After making just seven starts for the Houston Astros since returning from the IL back on May 4th, Houston places starting pitcher Lance McCullers Jr.
Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 16
Astros' list of injured pitchers continues to grow
More information will presumably be forthcoming, but it’s a notable development regardless.
MLB News / Field Level Media / June 15
Astros rally in ninth, sweep Twins with walk-off in tenth
Mauricio Dubon hit a walk-off single to left field with two outs in the 10th inning, and the Houston Astros completed a three-game series sweep of the Minnesota Twins with a 2-1 win on Sunday.
Cam Smith News / Field Level Media / June 14
Cam Smith, Astros walk off Twins in thriller
Rookie Cam Smith bounced a first-pitch, walk-off single into center field, and the Houston Astros topped the Minnesota Twins 3-2 on Saturday to secure the three-game series.
Hunter Brown News / Total Apex Sports / June 14
Houston Astros Starting Pitcher Hunter Brown Continues Great 2025 Season
Houston Astros Starting Pitcher Hunter Brown continued his great regular season this afternoon at home against the Minnesota Twins. He surrendered two earned runs over seven innings works and punched out 12.
Jacob Melton News / Field Level Media / June 14
Astros place OF Jacob Melton (ankle) on injured list
The Houston Astros placed outfielder Jacob Melton on the 10-day injured list in one of five roster moves on Saturday. Melton, 24, sustained a sprained right ankle during Houston's 10-3 win over the Minnesota Twins on Friday.
MLB News / Yardbarker / June 13
Jose Altuve, Astros show true potential in win over Twins
Is it possible that one of the most successful MLB franchises throughout the last decade is flying under the radar? Well, don't look now, but the Houston Astros are making a case as a legitimate contender for the American League pennant once again.
Jose Altuve News / Athlon Sports / June 13
Astros Send Clear Jose Altuve Message After Latest Win
Friday morning discussion question: Who would you choose as the greatest player in Houston Astros history? At least we have an idea of who the person running the Astros' official X/Twitter account would pick.
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