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Padres sign ex-Astros pitcher to major league deal with 2028 option

The San Diego Padres have added some pitching depth early in the offseason, agreeing to a deal with former Houston Astros right-hander Ryan Weiss. Weiss is signing a one-year major league contract with the Padres that includes an option for 2028, according to Jesse Rogers.

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Padres Sign Ryan Weiss

The Padres announced the signing of free agent righty Ryan Weiss to a one-year contract with a club option. Weiss, who is represented by Sports One Athlete Management, reached free agency when the Astros declined a $5MM club option in favor of a $500K buyout.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / November 10

Astros Predicted To Make $34 Million Bet on Proven Starter With Major Red Flag

Sports Illustrated's Nick Selbe predicts that the Astros will sign Shota Imanaga, a 33-year-old free-agent left-handed pitcher who spent the previous three seasons with the Chicago Cubs.

Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / November 10

New Astros GM talks manager search, possible lockout strategies

New Astros GM Randy Flores talks manager search, possible lockout strategies

Randy Flores has been the Houston Astros' general manager for less than two weeks, and his first big decision is nearly made.

Yankees GM Brian Cashman discusses David Bednar situation, reveals 'biggest need'

Blue Jays reportedly interested in slugger Brandon Lowe in free agency

Tarik Skubal to meet with 'aggressive' Mets as ace has free-agency goal

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How many of these past ROY winners since the 2000 MLB season can you name in six minutes?

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Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / November 10

Astros Predicted To Add Proven High-Leverage Arm to Bullpen

The Houston Astros might not be the proudest of the way they won the AL West division, making the playoffs with an 81-81 record, but they are in a spot to upgrade the team this offseason.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

The offseason needs for every MLB team

Another MLB season is in the books. The pending lockout is hanging over the heads of players and ownership, but there could be a mad rush of moves prior to December.

Steven Okert News / Houston Astros on SI / November 10

Can Houston Find Another Steven Okert Without Overpaying?

Only two left-handed relief pitchers have an ERA below 2.00 when pitching on just one day of rest over the span of the last three seasons. One of them

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / November 10

Astros Face a Looming Deadline With Their Manager Search Still Unresolved

When Randy Flores was introduced as the Houston Astros’ new general manager, he made his first priority loud and clear. Find a manager. Preferably soon.

MLB News / EssentiallySports / November 10

Albert Pujols Among Four Astros Managerial Candidates as Randy Flores Nears Decision This Week

Four names have emerged as the Astros’ next manager—and one is a Hall of Famer. Randy Flores took charge as GM of the Houston Astros with his work cut out for him— pick a new manager to replace Joe Espada.

Yordan Alvarez News / EssentiallySports / November 10

'A Little Nervous': Yordan Alvarez Opens Up Ahead of AL MVP Announcement as Astros Star Awaits Career-Defining Moment

The AL MVP race is down to its three finalists, and the wait for the results can be just as tense as the biggest moments on the diamond. For Houston Astros slugger Yordan Alvarez, the process is more nerve-racking, as he stands on the brink of his first individual accolade.

Yordan Alvarez News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 9

Astros superstar Yordan Alvarez is getting a little antsy about Thursday’s AL MVP reveal

Houston Astros slugger Yordan Alvarez addressed the wait for Thursday’s American League MVP announcement as he prepares for a busy awards week in Las Vegas.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / November 8

Astros Must Avoid This Potential Free Agent Bust This Offseason

The Houston Astros are going to be looking on the free agent market to improve their squad going into 2027. A lot of what they will be looking at in the free agent market will be pitching, both in the starting rotation and in the bullpen because of how those units struggled in 2026.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

25 MLB prospects who will make an impact in 2027

The 2026 MLB season was driven by top performances from young players, and the crop of young talent in the minors has never been greater. These 25 prospects could emerge as top MLB players in 2027.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / November 8

Astros Could Sign Familiar Face to Strengthen Their Catching Position

The Houston Astros finished 17th among 30 Major League teams in OPS from their catchers, and 21st in fWAR with the combination of Yainer Diaz and Christian Vazquez, who recorded 1.7 fWAR.

Bryan Abreu News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 7

Bryan Abreu’s Place In The Reliever Market

The 2026 preseason played out perfectly for Bryan Abreu. Teammate Josh Hader was dealing with a shoulder injury that was going to cost him the first two months of the season.

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Houston Astros News / New Baseball Media / November 8

What the Astros Should Target in the 2026-27 Offseason

New Astros general manager Randy Flores has some work to do this winter. Aside from hiring a new manager to replace Joe Espada, Flores will have to finalize a roster for 2027.

Clay Holmes News / Houston Astros on SI / November 7

Clay Holmes Could Solve an Astros Rotation Need but Comes With Real Risk

Well, you already know how many problems the Houston Astros had stabilizing their pitching, especially their starting rotation, which ended up using 19 different pitchers, the new franchise record.

Randy Flores News / Houston Astros on SI / November 7

How New Astros GM Randy Flores' Well-Rounded Expertise Brings Unique Advantages

Randy Flores' baseball journey is one that you won't find very often. It's been a story of perseverance and success that have now led him to be the new general manager of the Houston Astros.

MLB News / Yardbarker / November 9

Top five most likely trade candidates during the MLB offseason

The trade market could be active due to a relatively weak free-agent class. Let's take a look at the five players who are most likely to be traded.

Brewers just won their first World Series, but now the hard part begins

Why a reunion with the Padres could be on the table for Nick Martinez

Report: Aaron Judge had issues with Jazz Chisholm in 2026

'Multiple teams' reportedly showing interest in Ty France

Max Scherzer shares offseason plans

Yordan Alvarez News / Houston Astros on SI / November 7

Astros Slugger Yordan Alvarez One Step Closer to First AL MVP Award

In a surprise to absolutely nobody, Houston Astros designated hitter Yordan Alvarez was named as a finalist for the American League MVP award earlier this week.

Houston Astros News / Viral Sports News / November 6

Houston Astros Shake Things Up With 6 Sudden Roster Moves

The Houston Astros have activated six players from the 60-day injured list for their Dominican Summer League Orange affiliate, according to the official MiLB transaction log.

Albert Pujols News / Trade Talk Sports / November 5

Could Albert Pujols Give the Astros Something They Haven’t Had?

There are plenty of reasons for the Houston Astros to be interested in Albert Pujols. He’s one of the greatest hitters baseball has ever seen, he’s familiar with winning, and he’s already had some success managing.

MLB News / Yardbarker / November 4

Albert Pujols to interview for Astros manager job

Albert Pujols wants to be a Major League Baseball manager, and one of his former teammates is going to give him a chance at the job. Pujols is reportedly

Mariners go in unexpected direction for their new manager

Pat Murphy comes clean about his vulgar shot at the Yankees

Elly De La Cruz is being linked to one team in trade rumors

New favorite emerges in Tarik Skubal sweepstakes

Ketel Marte is being linked to one team in trade rumors

Albert Pujols News / Larry Brown Sports / November 4

Astros set to interview MLB legend for manager job

The Houston Astros are the last MLB team left with a manager opening.

Luis Urueta to interview for Astros' managerial job

Mariners go in unexpected direction for their new manager

Athletics to hire Brewers' Cam Castro as general manager

Pat Murphy comes clean about his vulgar shot at the Yankees

Elly De La Cruz is being linked to one team in trade rumors

Houston Astros News / Viral Sports News / November 3

Houston Astros Make $13.5 Million Move to Begin MLB Offseason

The Houston Astros moved quickly to retain third baseman Isaac Paredes, exercising his $13.35 million club option for the 2027 season on Monday. The decision, first reported by Chandler Rome of The Athletic and confirmed by the team, came as little surprise after the 27-year-old produced one of the stronger offensive campaigns of his career.

Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 2

Astros pick up Isaac Paredes’ $13.35 million club option for 2027

The Houston Astros have exercised a $13.35 million club option on infielder Isaac Paredes for the 2027 season, ensuring he remains under contract for another year following a productive 2026 campaign.