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Astros Lose Player to Yankees During MLB Free Agency

The New York Yankees and Houston Astros rivalry has slowed in recent years, as the two teams have not met in the MLB playoffs since 2022. Houston has dominated much of the past decade, frequently advancing to the World Series while the Yankees have come up short, spoiling superstar Aaron Judge’s chances of bringing a title back to the Bronx.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 9

Yankees Claim Kaleb Ort

The Yankees announced that they have claimed right-hander Kaleb Ort off waivers from the Astros. The move was reported by Yankees Never Win prior to the official announcement.

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MLB held its inaugural Home Run Derby event at the 1985 MLB All-Star Game. How many of the winners can you name in five minutes?

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Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / January 9

Three X-Factors Who Will Determine Outcome of Astros Upcoming Season

The Houston Astros are not the most well-organized franchise in the Major Leagues right now, but they have been working diligently to bolster their roster, particularly in their starting rotation.

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The 25 most memorable sports plays of 2025

When it comes to unforgettable plays within the 2025 sports calendar, this was truly a special year. Here's our rankings of the 25 best.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / January 9

Rising Astros Prospect’s Wide Array of Pitches Could Pave Way to Majors

The Houston Astros have plenty of pitching. The problem is a good portion of it is either hurt or unproven. Spending on Tatsuya Imai is a short-term solution — or at least it could be.

Hunter Brown News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 8

Astros pitcher Hunter Brown avoids arbitration with $5.71 million contract

The Houston Astros secured cost certainty with one of their most important arms, finalizing a key agreement ahead of the arbitration deadline. Arbitration discussions concluded smoothly as Houston locked in its emerging ace and avoided a formal hearing.

Hayden Wesneski News / Houston Astros on SI / January 8

Astros Avoid Arbitration With Wesneski, Citing Faith In Possible Resurgence

Arbitration salary exchange day is today. The Houston Astros have eleven players on their roster and have settled with arbitration contracts with eight of them so far.

Framber Valdez News / Houston Astros on SI / January 7

Former Astros Pitcher Framber Valdez Passed Up By Cubs Following Recent Trade

We are a month away from players reporting to their respective teams for spring training, and former Houston Astros ace Framber Valdez has yet to find a home.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / January 7

MLB Insider Breaks Down Astros’ 2026 Rotation Plan After Imai Signing

The Houston Astros are losing their ace in Framber Valdez. However, the Astros were able to sign the top Japanese starting pitcher, Tatsuya Imai. The agreement will make him a co-ace with Hunter Brown in Houston.

Tatsuya Imai News / Houston Astros on SI / January 7

Astros Owner Jim Crane Explains Stance on Luxury Tax After Tatsuya Imai Deal

The Houston Astros surprised many by signing Japanese pitcher Tatsuya Imai to a three-year deal that could be worth $54 million. That’s if he stays with Houston all three years.

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / January 7

Astros Sign Impressive Young Houston Native to Bolster Bullpen Depth

The Houston Astros went into the offseason eager to change some things up following their first missed postseason appearance in a decade, however they were always going to be on a financial limit.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / January 6

Astros Ownership Does Not Extend Contracts as Brass Enters Final Contract Year

Following a bitter end to the 2025 season, a year in which the Houston Astros missed the playoffs or the first time since 2016, rumblings of the job status centered around general manager Dana Brown and manager Joe Espada became uncertain.

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Jose Altuve News / Houston Astros on SI / January 6

Astros Icon Jose Altuve Closing in on More Impressive Career Milestones

When there's a conversation surrounding loyalty to one franchise, Houston Astros second baseman Jose Altuve has to come to mind. The former MVP is going into his age-36 season, and throughout the years, he's had some impressive numbers on the back of his baseball card.

Framber Valdez News / Houston Astros on SI / January 6

Astros Framber Valdez Grows More Likely to Move in Latest Free Agent Prediction

The hot topic of the Houston Astros' offseason continues to be that of southpaw Framber Valdez, who is still floating around in free agency at this time.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / January 6

Astros Reportedly Becoming More Likely to Trade Away At Least One Star

The Houston Astros entered the offseason clearly needing to change a couple of things up following their first missed playoff appearance in close to a decade, however what that was going to mean was anyone's guess.

Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 6

Astros Haven’t Discussed Extension With Manager Joe Espada, GM Dana Brown

Astros manager Joe Espada and GM Dana Brown are entering the final seasons of their respective contracts. It’ll be Espada’s third season in the role and Brown’s fourth year running baseball operations.

Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 5

Tatsuya Imai skipping WBC to get acclimated with Astros

Astros right-hander Tatsuya Imai will not pitch in the World Baseball Classic this spring as he begins his first season in Major League Baseball with Houston.

Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 5

Astros Could Open Season With Six-Man Rotation

The Astros officially introduced Tatsuya Imai at Daikin Park this morning. The surprising three-year deal continues what has been a pitching-focused offseason for a Houston team losing Framber Valdez to free agency.

Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 5

The two aces behind Astros pitcher Tatsuya Imai’s choice to wear No. 45

The Houston Astros officially introduced the newest piece of their rotation on Monday, a moment that offered insight beyond contract details. Tatsuya Imai revealed the personal significance behind his decision to wear No.

Houston Astros News / Last Word On Sports / January 5

How Tatsuya Imai Officially Stabilizes the Astros Pitching Rotation

The Houston Astros got their big-name pitcher. This was a big surprise move. It was expected that the Astros might have to trade to get a top-of-the-line

Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 5

Astros prepared to trade at least 1 of these 3 players

With the Houston Astros surrounded by rumors around the moves the team could make in the offseason, the latest reporting gives insight into the players who are likely not be with the ball club anymore.

Houston Astros News / The Forkball / January 2

Astros Sign Japanese Star Tatsuya Imai to Three-Year Deal

The Houston Astros made one of the offseason’s most significant international moves by reaching an agreement with Japanese right-hander Tatsuya Imai on a three-year free-agent contract.

Houston Astros News / Just Baseball / January 1

Tatsuya Imai To Sign With Houston Astros

With just over 24 hours to go before the end of his posting window, NPB star Tatsuya Imai agreed to a contract with the Houston Astros. The deal guarantees Imai $54 million over three years, and he can earn an additional $3 million in each season that he reaches 100 innings pitched.

Houston Astros News / Larry Brown Sports / January 1