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Ronel Blanco News / Crawfish Boxes / September 1
Blanco, Not Burrows, Gets Call Up for Start Today for Astros 
Today is September 1, which means MLB rosters expand to 28. Teams will add one pitcher and one position player to their rosters for the stretch drive. Ronel Blanco will get the call up for the Astros, and will start today’s game against the White Sox, according to Brian McTaggart of MLB.com.
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / September 1
Can Astros Find September Magic for Another Postseason Run?
With the calendar turning to September, the burning question in Astros fans hearts and minds is “if” they’ll be returning to the postseason. After
Yordan Alvarez News / CBSSports.com / September 1
September storylines in MLB: Playoff races, Yordan Alvarez's Triple Crown pursuit, hot seats and more
The final month of the 2026 regular season is here and it's chock full of narratives
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?
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 / Field Level Media / August 31
Nelson Velazquez, Cam Smith power Astros to win over White Sox
Nelson Velazquez slugged a mammoth two-run homer, Cam Smith recorded two extra-base hits and two RBIs, and the Houston Astros defeated the visiting Chicago White Sox 6-3 in the opener of a four-game series between first-place clubs on Monday.
MLB News / Crawfish Boxes / August 31
Astros vs White Sox Game Discussion: 8/31/2026
TONIGHT’S GAME: The Houston Astros (69-68), who will be wearing their City Connect uniforms, will open a crucial week-long homestand tonight as they welcome in the Chicago White Sox (72-64) for the first game of four-game series in Houston, TX.
MLB News / Houston Astros on SI / August 31
Astros Set Lineup As They Hope To Stay Hot Against White Sox
The Houston Astros meet the Chicago White Sox for a four-game set at Daikin Park between two AL division leaders. First pitch on Monday is set for 7:10 p,m.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / August 31
Astros Release Probable Pitchers for Key White Sox Series
After a disappointing homestand against three divisional opponents, the Houston Astros hit the road for six games in New York against the Yankees and Mets.
MLB News / Field Level Media / August 31
Astros, White Sox open 4-game series between division leaders
Emblematic of a season that finds them one game over .500 with one month left, the Houston Astros followed a dismal nine-game homestand against three divisional foes with losing records by winning back-to-back road series in New York against the Yankees and Mets.
LaMonte Wade Jr. News / Houston Astros on SI / August 31
How Lamonte Wade Jr. is Delivering for Astros in Clutch Moments
Lamonte Wade Jr. provided the decisive hit again for the Houston Astros on Sunday, putting together another clutch hit to an interesting 2026 resume. Called “Late-Inning” Lamonte by his teammates on the Astros roster, Wade Jr.
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.
Dana Brown News / EssentiallySports / August 31
'It’s Not About Winning the Division': Astros’ ‘World Series’ Pressure Loomed Large Over Dana Brown Before He Parted Ways
Mutual parting or not, Dana Brown’s tenure with the Houston Astros came to an end last week. The Astros announced the decision after the team won just three games during a nine-game homestand against sub-.500 teams such as the Athletics, Mariners, and Angels.
Houston Astros News / Just Baseball / August 31
Could Yordan Alvarez Win the Triple Crown Along With His MVP?
By now, I think we can all agree that Yordan Alvarez is a special player. Since his debut in 2019, Alvarez has posted a wRC+ of 160 or better three times, with 2026 tracking to be his fourth.
LaMonte Wade Jr. News / Field Level Media / August 30
LaMonte Wade Jr. homers to help Astros top Mets
LaMonte Wade Jr. cracked a two-run homer in the sixth inning that put the visiting Houston Astros ahead for good in a 6-3 win over the New York Mets on Sunday.
Juan Soto 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.
Jeremy Pena News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 28
Astros’ Jeremy Pena gives positive injury update after scary HBP
Jeremy Pena avoided a serious injury on Thursday night, giving the Houston Astros an encouraging sign at shortstop during a tight American League West race.
Houston Astros News / New Baseball Media / August 27
2026 MLB Draft Review: Houston Astros
The Houston Astros had two first-round picks and a good amount of money to play with during the 2026 MLB Draft. So, Houston went with three college players to start, which didn’t break the bank.
Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 27
Astros Hire Brent Strom As Pitching Consultant
Brent Strom is back in Houston. Astros skipper Joe Espada announced this afternoon that the veteran coach with return to the team as a pitching consultant for the rest of this season (links via Chandler Rome of The Athletic and Brian McTaggart of MLB.com).
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.
Jose Altuve News / Larry Brown Sports / August 27
Jose Altuve makes Yankees fans pay after profane gesture
Jose Altuve was not going to be denied a big play despite hearing loud and profane chants from New York Yankees fans during an at-bat in Wednesday’s game at Yankee Stadium in the Bronx, N.Y.
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.
Joe Espada News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 25
Joe Espada to remain Astros manager for rest of season
The Astros parted with general manager Dana Brown yesterday, leading to speculation about manager Joe Espada’s job security. His gig appears safe. Owner Jim Crane met with reporters before Tuesday’s matchup against the Yankees and said Espada will remain in his role for the rest of the 2026 campaign (h/t Chandler Rome of The Athletic).
Dana Brown News / Just Baseball / August 25
Astros Jumpstart Inevitable Change By Firing Dana Brown
At 9:30 a.m. EST Monday morning, the Houston Astros announced, through a press release that most saw on social media, that they had “mutually parted ways” with General Manager Dana Brown.
Joe Espada News / EssentiallySports / August 25
Joe Espada Reportedly Told His Astros Future Is Over After Season in Stunning Managerial Shake-Up
Apparently, Houston couldn’t even wait for the season to end before starting the cleanup. Dana Brown is already gone, and Joe Espada’s future is suddenly hanging by a thread.
Joe Espada News / Larry Brown Sports / August 24
Astros leave manager Joe Espada hanging after firing their GM
Houston Astros manager Joe Espada is suddenly the lamest of lame ducks after the organization abruptly fired general manager Dana Brown on Monday. The Astros fired Brown after a losing homestand, but have not done the same with Espada.
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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