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On YouTubeHouston Astros News / Last Word On Sports / February 27
What Lies Ahead for Astros Veteran Right-Hander
“Bury me in the H.” That is Houston Astros pitcher Lance McCullers Jr.’s signature phrase. He said it in 2022 after a fan asked if he would ever leave the Astros.
Jose Altuve News / Athlon Sports / February 27
Astros' Jose Altuve Already Attacking 2025 Problem at Spring Training
Jose Altuve has been one of the best hitters in baseball over the years. His consistency saw a decrease in 2025, however. So, what went wrong for the All-Star infielder?
Carlos Correa News / Houston Astros on SI / February 27
Carlos Correa Reveals Why He Thought an Astros Return Would Never Happen
The Houston Astros made a push at the playoffs last season by adding one familiar face at the trade deadline. Finalizing a trade with the Minnesota Twins to acquire former Astro Carlos Correa, the former All-Star returned home, where it all started for him.
The 'A.L. wins leaders since 2000' quiz
How many of the starting pitchers to lead the American League in wins since the 2000 season can you name in five minutes?
MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 27
Why Astros outfielder was scratched from lineup for Nationals clash
The Houston Astros will be facing off against the Washington Nationals in spring training, and they’ll be without one of their key outfielders in the matchup, according to Matt Kawahara of the Houston Chronicle.
25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season
The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / February 27
Which Astros Prospects Are Real Depth vs Marketing Names
The Houston Astros aren't known for having a strong farm system, and that isn't likely to change anytime soon. But this doesn't mean that they aren't equipped with budding stars—there's true talent here, but not enough compared to other ballclubs.
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / February 27
Can the Astros Offense Be Good Enough to Win the West? 
The team has made no significant new investment into an offense that was 21st in MLB last season. While there has been an obvious and understandable focus on pitching this offseason for the Houston Astros after being devastated by pitching injuries in 2025, it shouldn’t be ignored that this was not a good offensive team last season.
Carlos Correa News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 27
Carlos Correa makes brutally honest admission on Astros return in 2025
Carlos Correa wasted no time establishing himself as a star in 2015 with the Houston Astros. He won the American League Rookie of the Year and looked like a future star.
Hunter Brown News / Houston Astros on SI / February 27
Hunter Brown's Victory Highlights Astros' Biggest Issue Entering 2026 Season
It may come as a little bit of a shock that Hunter Brown leaving right where he left off last season would expose the Houston Astros. But, it isn't the win that he picked up against the Seattle Mariners two days ago that is the problem.
Houston Astros News / Last Word On Sports / February 26
What All-Star Closer’s Latest Setback Means for Astros
Arguably, the biggest issue for the 2025 Houston Astros was injuries. The Astros took significant steps in the offseason for more depth on both sides of the plate to remain competitive in case of injury, and also revamped their medical staff.
25 MLB players who have the most to prove in 2026
The new MLB season brings opportunities as players head into their walk years and try to rebound from subpar performances. These 25 players stand out heading into 2026.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / February 26
Young Shortstop Recently Named Astros Best Power-Hitting Prospect
The Houston Astros are known to have one of the weakest, if not the worst, farm systems in Major League Baseball. Their system grew more concerning when they lost Jacob Melton in a three-team trade back in December—it was a massive blow to the ballclub.
Tatsuya Imai News / ESPN / February 26
Astros' Imai hit by comebacker in spring debut
Japanese right-hander Tatsuya Imai threw a 10-pitch scoreless inning and was struck by a comebacker in his spring training debut for the Astros.
Houston Astros News / Athlon Sports / February 26
Astros' Joe Espada Announces Yordan Alvarez News Amid Spring Training
The Houston Astros are looking for a resurgent season in 2026, and despite having a relatively quiet offseason aside from replacing left‑hander Framber Valdez
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / February 26
Astros Announce Player Updates Regarding Spring Training Matchups
The Houston Astros just pulled off a 4-1 victory over the Miami Marlins on Wednesday. So far in spring training, the Astros have appeared in four matchups, drawing a total of 36 walks.
Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 26
Astros’ Joe Espada’s Josh Hader update will test fans’ patience
With Spring Training in full form, the Houston Astros will look to bounce back from a season where they missed the playoffs. Astros manager Joe Espada gave an injury update on Josh Hader, according to Astros’ beat writer Matt Kawahara.
Miguel Ullola News / Crawfish Boxes / February 26
Astros Spring Prospect Profiles: Miguel Ullola
Over the next couple of weeks, I’ll be rolling out a series of prospect previews for Spring Training. This week we looking at an arm that could help in 2026: Miguel Ullola Ullola is the latest in a long line of international arms developed by the Astros that also signed for a pretty small bonus.
Tatsuya Imai News / Athlon Sports / February 26
Tatsuya Imai Early Spring Training 2026: What It Means for Fantasy Baseball Drafts
The Astros made a free-agent splash right at the turn of the year when they signed Japanese pitcher Tatsuya Imai to a three-year contract worth $54 million.
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / February 26
In the lab: Astros third base offense
We continue our trip throughout the diamond with a stop at the hot corner. Officially, the Astros are likely to have three players on the final 26 man roster that can play third base.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / February 26
Patience At Plate is Primary Goal as Astros Seek to Control Game
Throughout the first few Grapefruit league games during spring training, the Houston Astros prioritize one major thing that has been a forgotten tactic to win ballgames ahead of the regular season: Being patient at the plate.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / February 25
Astros May Have a Lineup Problem Heading Into 2026
The Houston Astros are facing a retooling phase as they aim to return to the postseason. Injuries and inconsistent offense plagued their 2025 season, but at full strength, the Astros can certainly push back into contention.
Houston Astros News / Last Word On Sports / February 24
Astros Reacquired Fan Favorite Outfielder Who Could Play Key Role
Even as the MLB season rapidly approaches in about a month, the left field situation for the Houston Astros remains unsettled. While it might be late to make any more trade moves, the Astros said they are not done yet.
Houston Astros News / Just Baseball / February 20
What Can the Astros Do With Isaac Paredes?
Having a lot of good players is usually a good thing, but too many good players making too much money can muddle things up. That’s especially true for the Houston Astros, a team that famously has a self-imposed salary cap every year.
Michael Conforto News / Yardbarker / February 18
Former All-Star OF Michael Conforto could bounce back with Astros
The Houston Astros have been looking for a left-handed hitting outfielder throughout the offseason. They may have an interesting target in mind.
Hunter Brown News / Yardbarker / February 11
Astros make big decision concerning Opening Day
Over a month before the first pitch of the 2026 MLB season, the Houston Astros have announced a major decision.
Isaac Paredes News / Yardbarker / February 8
Houston Astros getting plenty of interest in Isaac Paredes
The Houston Astros have a logjam in their infield. Infielder Isaac Paredes currently does not have a set position in Houston. Infielder Carlos Correa was re-acquired at the 2025 trade deadline after Paredes landed on the Injured List due to a strained right hamstring.
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