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Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / July 14
Where the Astros Rank in MLB Power Rankings at the All-Star Break
The Houston Astros are enjoying their time off as they prepare, regroup, and re-energize for the second half of the 2026 campaign. Fighting back from well down in the standings to being just three games out of first in the AL West, the Astros' surge came to a halt at the final series before the break.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / July 13
Houston Astros Make Two Roster Moves Ahead of MLB All-Star Game
What an interesting first half for the Houston Astros. Beginning the season, the Astros looked like they were going to finish near the bottom of the barrel in the AL West.
Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 13
1 trade Astros must not make at 2026 MLB trade deadline
The Houston Astros are navigating one of the most uncomfortable stretches in the franchise’s recent history. Sitting at 47-51 at the All-Star break, the team that won the World Series in 2022 and made repeated deep playoff runs is now staring at a potential seller’s deadline for the first time in years.
The 'MLB Home Run Derby winners' quiz
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?
Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 13
Astros Place Mike Burrows On Injured List
The Astros optioned right-hander Mike Burrows last week. Today, the club announced that the optional assignment has been nullified. Instead, Burrows has been placed on the major league 15-day injured list due to right elbow neuritis.
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.
Houston Astros News / Athlon Sports / July 13
Astros Provide Surprising Update on Recently Optioned Pitcher
The Houston Astros recently optioned starting pitcher Mike Burrows to Triple-A Sugar Land after a disappointing end to the first half of the season. On Monday, nearly a week after Burrows was optioned, the Astros nullified that assignment and placed him on the 15-day IL retroactive to July 7.
Bryan King News / Houston Astros on SI / July 13
Astros' Biggest Trade Deadline Need Is Becoming Painfully Obvious
Going into the All-Star break, the Houston Astros were looking to improve their chances of hanging around the American League playoff race. They had a three-game series in Arlington, Texas, against the first-place Rangers with a chance to maybe even climb into first place at the break.
Alimber Santa News / Athlon Sports / July 13
Astros Demote Player After Loss to Rangers
The Houston Astros optioned rookie right-hander Alimber Santa to Triple-A Sugar Land on Monday following Sunday's 6-5 walk-off loss to the Texas Rangers.
Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / July 13
Astros place RHP Mike Burrows (elbow) on injured list
The Houston Astros reversed Mike Burrows' recent option to the minor leagues and placed the right-hander on the 15-day injured Monday list with right elbow neuritis.
MLB News / The Takedown on SI / July 13
Date, Location & Venue Announced for Survivor Series: WarGames 2026
WWE, the Houston First Corporation and the Houston Astros jointly announced Monday morning that the annual Survivor Series: WarGames Premium Live Event will be held at Daikin Park on Saturday, November 28.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / July 13
Astros Still Searching for Starting Pitching Ahead of MLB Trade Deadline
The Houston Astros are headed into the All-Star break four games under .500 at 47-51, yet rank third in the AL West division and only 3.5 games out of first.
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.
Brice Matthews News / Field Level Media / July 12
Astros OF Brice Matthews leaves game with knee injury after hitting wall
Houston Astros center fielder Brice Matthews left in the second inning of Sunday's game against the Texas Rangers due to a left knee injury after running into the outfield wall.
Joe Espada News / Houston Astros on SI / July 12
Joe Espada's Path To Returning as Astros' Manager Laid Out By MLB Insider
Going into the season, it felt like this was a big campaign for Houston Astros manager Joe Espada and general manager Dana Brown. Coming off a season where they failed to make the playoffs for the first time since 2016.
MLB News / Crawfish Boxes / July 12
Astros at Rangers Game Discussion: 7/12/2026 
TODAY’S GAME: The Houston Astros (47-50) and Texas Rangers (48-47) will play their final game of the first half today in the rubber game of their big three-game series at Globe Life Field in Arlington, TX.
Yordan Alvarez News / Field Level Media / July 12
Astros' Yordan Alvarez aims to remain at home on road vs. Rangers
LaMonte Wade Jr. struck the biggest blow among the Houston Astros' three home runs against the Texas Rangers on Saturday, but as is usually the case in Arlington, Yordan Alvarez was involved.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / July 12
Logan Hughes or Jack Radel: Which Astros First Two Picks Have the Higher Ceiling?
The Houston Astros had a successful day on Saturday. After all the hard work of the scouting department, researching and analyzing prospects available in the 2026 MLB Draft, selecting the first six new members of the franchise, Houston took down their AL West division rival Texas Rangers, forcing a rubber match on Sunday.
Houston Astros News / Just Baseball / July 12
Do the Astros Have What It Takes To Pull Off an Impact Trade?
The Houston Astros have been one of the most successful MLB organizations over the past 10 years. Two World Series rings and eight straight playoff appearances from 2017-2024 placed them in the top tier of teams in baseball before a step back in 2025, finishing 87-75.
Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / July 11
Astros' Yordan Alvarez continues to be nightmare matchup for Rangers
The AL MVP favorite and Houston Astros slugger Yordan Alvarez has been unstoppable against the Texas Rangers, as he has crushed eight home runs against them this season.
Houston Astros News / 5 GOATs / July 11
Houston Astros select Florida State pitcher Wes Mendes in 2026 MLB Draft
Florida State pitcher Wes Mendes was selected by the Houston Astros with the No. 57 overall pick in the 2026 MLB Draft. The lefty arm is now off the board.
Houston Astros News / 5 GOATs / July 11
Houston Astros select Notre Dame RHP Jack Radel in 2026 MLB Draft
Jack Radel terrorized ACC teams all season at Notre Dame. Now, he might be doing the same at the professional level. Radel heard his name called at the 2026 MLB Draft by Commissioner Rob Manfred.
Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / July 11
Yordan Alvarez makes Astros history in loss to Rangers
On pace for his best season yet, Yordan Alvarez remains red hot and has added making franchise history with his latest milestone to his list of 2026 accomplishments.
Houston Astros News / Athlon Sports / July 10
Astros Activate Jeremy Peña from IL
Ahead of the final weekend before the All-Star Break, the Houston Astros are slated to get a much-needed bat back in their lineup. The Astros officially announced on Friday that they're activating shortstop Jeremy Peña from the 10-day injured list and are designating Braden Shewmake for assignment in a corresponding move.
Braden Shewmake News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 10
Astros Designate Braden Shewmake For Assignment
The Astros have reinstated shortstop Jeremy Peña from the 10-day injured list. Infielder Braden Shewmake has been designated for assignment as the corresponding move.
Peter Lambert News / Yardbarker / July 6
Peter Lambert has proved his dominance in the Astros rotation
Lambert has been one of the biggest surprises this season and has proven his dominance as a trustworthy arm in the rotation.
Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 4
Astros Activate LaMonte Wade Jr., Option Jake Meyers To Triple-A
The Astros announced four roster moves today, including the somewhat surprising news that outfielder Jake Meyers has been optioned to Triple-A Sugar Land. Outfielder Joey Loperfido has also been optioned to Sugar Land, while Houston has called up Zach Dezenzo from Triple-A and activated LaMonte Wade Jr.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 3
Rays' Junior Caminero continues HR tear in win over Astros
Red hot like the weather across the country, Junior Caminero hit another home run on Friday as part of a Tampa Bay Rays' win to open up the holiday weekend.
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