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Yordan Alvarez News / Houston Astros on SI / September 7
Can Astros' Yordan Alvarez Hold Onto Triple Crown After Breaking Career Home Run Mark?
The biggest story regarding the Houston Astros this season, besides the team's latest run for the American League West division title, has obviously been the year that slugger Yordan Alvarez has been having.
MLB News / Houston Astros on SI / September 7
Where Astros Land in Latest Power Rankings After Series Loss to Diamondbacks
The Houston Astros hosted the Arizona Diamondbacks, riding high on a series win over the Chicago White Sox to open the homestand, only to drop the final two games before hitting the road.
Jake Meyers News / Houston Astros on SI / September 7
Astros Make Telling Jake Meyers Move After Claiming New Outfielder
Jake Meyers started the 2025-26 campaign as the Houston Astros’ starting center fielder. Five months later, things have not worked out. The Astros are sending him back to Triple-A to make room for an outfielder just claimed off waivers.
The 'Multiple 3-HR games in a season' quiz
How many of the MLB players to hit three home runs in a single game multiple times in the same season can you name in five minutes?
MLB News / Viral Sports News / September 7
Astros Acquire 25-Year-Old Outfielder in Post-Deadline Move
The Houston Astros added another piece to their unsettled outfield Sunday, claiming 25-year-old switch-hitter Jorge Barrosa off waivers from the Arizona Diamondbacks, via the MLB transaction log.
Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century
The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.
Jeremy Pena News / Houston Astros on SI / September 6
Jeremy Pena's Struggles at Plate Hitting Astros Hard in Playoff Push
Houston Astros shortstop Jeremy Pena has struggled at plate since the beginning of August, leaving a gaping hole in the top of the order for the team. The Astros have had difficulty scoring runs in the last two games with Pena having some of the weakest at bats on the team over this stretch.
Jorge Barrosa News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 6
Astros Claim Jorge Barrosa
The Astros announced that outfielder Jorge Barrosa has been claimed off waivers from the Diamondbacks. In corresponding moves for the 28-man and 40-man rosters, Houston optioned outfielder Jake Meyers to Triple-A and moved right-hander Mike Burrows from the 15-day injured list to the 60-day IL.
Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 6
Astros’ Jose Altuve ties Craig Biggio in franchise history with incredible feat
The Houston Astros are used to getting some great performances from veteran infielder Jose Altuve. Altuve provided yet another strong outing on Sunday, in a game against the Arizona Diamondbacks.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / September 6
Two Factors Behind Astros' Turnaround into Potential AL Playoff Team
The Houston Astros have won nine of their last 11 games against the Diamondbacks, a streak that dates back to Sept. 29, 2023. This stretch includes a three-game sweep of the D-backs in Arizona last season, from July 21-23, 2025.
Yordan Alvarez News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 6
Astros’ slugger Yordan Alvarez’s new career high adds to MVP credentials
Houston Astros slugger Yordan Alvarez has been on a tear all season, as he is one of a few legitimate MVP candidates in the American League. He managed to strengthen his case for the highly coveted award after achieving a new career high on Sunday.
The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series
Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / September 6
Astros Recall RP Miguel Ullola, Option RP Kai-Wei Teng to Sugar Land 
The Houston Astros announced this morning that they are recalling reliever Miguel Ullola from Triple-A Sugar Land. The team optioned reliever Kai-Wei Teng to Sugar Land following last night’s game.
Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / September 6
Astros aim to complete busy stretch with win vs. D-backs
The finale of their three-game interleague series with the visiting Arizona Diamondbacks on Sunday will mark the conclusion of a stretch of 13 games in 13 days for the Houston Astros.
MLB News / Crawfish Boxes / September 5
Astros Blow Late Lead, Fall to Diamondbacks 4-3/10
Saturday Night Bummer. A rare blown late inning lead by Houston. Diamondbacks 4 Astros 3. The night began with promise, thanks to a forged early lead which has been the formula for success of late. Taylor Trammell began things with a double, advancing to third on Yanier Diaz’s single.
Josh Hader News / Houston Astros on SI / September 5
Astros’ Josh Hader Is Already Making History: How Far Can He Go?
Josh Hader recorded the 250th save of his career Friday night in the Houston Astros’ 3-1 victory to open a home series against the Arizona Diamondbacks.
MLB News / Crawfish Boxes / September 5
Astros vs. Diamondbacks Game Discussion: 9/5/2026
TONIGHT’S GAME: The first-place Houston Astros (73-69) will play the middle game of their three-game series with the Arizona Diamondbacks (74-68) tonight in a nationally televised game at Daikin Park.
MLB News / Houston Astros on SI / September 5
Astros Announce Lineup As They Go For Series Win Against Diamondbacks
The Houston Astros go for their fourth straight series victory as they take on the Arizona Diamondbacks in the middle game of the three-game set on Saturday at Daikin Park.
Josh Hader News / Athlon Sports / September 5
Astros’ Josh Hader Now Owns Historic 100-Year MLB Record
Josh Hader has added another remarkable milestone to an already historic career, becoming the hardest pitcher to hit over the past century among those with at least 500 career appearances.
Josh Hader News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 5
Astros’ Josh Hader gets 100% real on elite performance since injury return
Josh Hader has been nothing short of automatic for the Houston Astros since returning from a biceps injury that cost him the first two months of the season, and he broke down how he got there in a sit-down interview with MLB Network.
Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 4
Astros Place Steven Okert On Injured List
The Astros announced that left-hander Steven Okert has been placed on the 15-day injured list, retroactive to September 1, due to a right hamstring strain.
Houston Astros News / Just Baseball / September 3
Daulton Varsho’s Free-Agent Payday is Taking a Major Hit
Amidst the chatter of Freddy Peralta tanking a potential nine-figure free-agency check, Daulton Varsho‘s similar walk-season struggles have remained relatively quiet.
MLB News / Yardbarker / September 2
Three impending free agents who need a strong finish to 2026
The projected free agent landscape has changed since the start of the 2026 season. But some players can still reap the benefits of free agency.
Carlos Correa News / Athlon Sports / September 1
Astros’ Carlos Correa Makes Announcement After 102 Missed Games
The Houston Astros are closing in on getting a key piece of their infield, Carlos Correa, back just in time as the race to the postseason is heating up with just weeks left in the regular season.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 29
Mets activate star Juan Soto off IL ahead of Astros game
He will bat second against the Astros and be the designated hitter.
Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / August 27
Astros reunite with pitching guru Brent Strom for regular-season stretch run
With the race for the American League West crown hanging in the balance, the Houston Astros fortified their pitching staff with a major addition on Thursday.
Carlos Correa News / Yardbarker / August 26
Astros could get playoff boost with Carlos Correa's return
A key part of the Houston Astros lineup could return in time for their final playoff push.
Dana Brown News / Yardbarker / August 24
Astros part ways with general manager Dana Brown
Brown had been the Astros GM since 2023 and his contract was on track to expire at the end of the 2026 season, with no talks of an extension.
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