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Astros Hire New Pitching Director With Intriguing Yankees Connection

The Houston Astros have hired Spencer Medick as their new director of pitching, according to Chandler Rome of The Athletic (subscription required) bringing in a coach with four years of experience with the New York Yankees and a background in data-driven player development.

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Former Astros Outfielder Returns to World Series 21 Years After Historic Moment

Former Astros outfielder Jason Lane has returned to the World Series 21 years after helping Houston reach its first Fall Classic in franchise history. This time, Lane will experience baseball's biggest stage from the coaching staff of the Milwaukee Brewers, who secured their first World Series appearance in 44 years.

Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 20

Matt Kleine Among The Candidates For Astros’ GM Job

The Astros are in the market for a general manager after moving on from Dana Brown in late August. Brewers assistant general manager Matt Kleine has emerged as a candidate, per Bob Nightengale of USA Today.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / October 20

Astros Face One of Their Most Important Decisions for the Future of Their Infield

Christian Walker vs. Isaac Paredes? Yes, well, after all, that could be the main controversy on the Houston Astros’ roster this winter. One of them could be a trade piece, if we assume the value Jeremy Pena has for Houston in the near future.

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The 'ALCS MVPs' quiz

MLB has been awarding the American League Championship Series MVP Award since the 1980 season. How many of the winners in that time can you name in six minutes?

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MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 20

Astros looking to steal from World Series-bound Brewers for GM hire

The Houston Astros are shaking things up after getting eliminated from the Major League Baseball Playoffs in 2026. Houston is looking to hire a new general manager.

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25 things we learned from the 2026 MLB season

The 2026 MLB season was full of great performances, breakout stars, and incredible feats. These are the 25 things we learned along the way.

Houston Astros News / Larry Brown Sports / October 20

Report: Astros could trade three notable players this offseason

The Houston Astros could be doing some major housekeeping in the coming months. Astros infielders Isaac Paredes and Christian Walker are expected to be discussed as potential trade pieces this offseason, according to a report by Chandler Rome of The Athletic.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / October 19

4 Former Houston Astros Players Back on the Free-Agent Market This Offseason

The Houston Astros are a hard team to predict when it comes to free agency. In the past, the front office has spent big, but other times, the wallet isn't too depleted.

Christian Vazquez News / Houston Astros on SI / October 18

Houston Astros Face Key Decision at Catcher That Goes Beyond Christian Vazquez

There are many options to consider, depending on what the Houston Astros are willing to pursue. As with every free-agent class, certain players are valued more highly than others based on each team’s priorities.

Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 18

The Astros Face An Isaac Paredes Decision

The Astros’ infield was a hot topic last winter. It seemed like the club had five players for four spots, leading to speculation that a trade would be necessary.

Peter Lambert News / New Baseball Media / October 19

Looking at Peter Lambert’s Breakout 2026 Season

Our look into the best breakout stories from the 2026 Major League Baseball season continues with Astros pitcher Peter Lambert. There’s an interesting theme around the 2026 MLB Postseason.

Joey Loperfido News / Houston Astros on SI / October 18

Astros May Already Have Their Answer in Left Field With Joey Loperfido

Drafted and developed by the Houston Astros, Joey Loperfido made his debut with the club in 2024, but then abruptly left after becoming a trade piece for Japanese starter Yusei Kikuchi at that season’s trade deadline.

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25 records that were broken during the 2026 MLB season

The 2026 MLB season was historic in many ways. These 25 records were broken during the season.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / October 18

Astros May Already Be Regretting One of Their Biggest 2026 Trades

The Houston Astros entered the 2026 trade deadline with hopes of making another postseason run. They made some big decisions to continue that quest, and now, just two months later, one of those decisions could be coming back to haunt them.

Cam Smith News / Houston Astros on SI / October 17

Cam Smith Took Defensive Leap for Astros but Still Has Room to Improve

It seems quite difficult for Cam Smith to surpass Wilyer Abreu, who will be the favorite to win the Gold Glove in right field for the third consecutive year.

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Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / October 17

Astros’ Lack of Stability Remains Major Concern Entering the Offseason

A couple of days ago, I was remembering Jeremy Pena’s decisive home run four years ago that ended an 18-inning marathon that lasted 6 hours and 22 minutes.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / October 17

One Area Where Astros Lag Behind Former Coach's New College Job

Dan Hennigan has made an eye-opening admission following his departure from the Houston Astros, one that leads one to believe the franchise is behind a college program in a key area.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / October 16

Houston Astros’ Pending Free Agents’ Market Values Revealed

The Houston Astros, after winning the AL West with an 81-81 record, have a big offseason ahead of them. Not only do they want to improve from a .500 team, but the front office has several decisions to make about the future of the franchise.

Houston Astros News / Larry Brown Sports / October 14

Astros make decision on manager Joe Espada

The Houston Astros are officially in the hunt for a new manager. The Astros confirmed Wednesday that they will not renew the contract of manager Joe Espada.

Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / October 14

Five managerial candidates Astros should consider following Joe Espada firing

As Houston sets to embark on a pivotal offseason, here are five managerial candidates who should be on owner Jim Crane's radar.

Mariners reportedly set to meet with Joe Espada regarding manager job

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Joe Espada News / Yardbarker / October 13

Mariners reportedly set to meet with Joe Espada regarding manager job

The Seattle Mariners' next manager could be a familiar face from the opposing dugout.

Three questions facing the Seattle Mariners this offseason

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Tatsuya Imai News / Athlon Sports / October 9

Astros Have Intriguing Dilemma with Tatsuya Imai

The Houston Astros had high expectations for Tatsuya Imai after he signed a three-year, $54 million contract in January. However, the 28-year-old struggled to adjust to MLB hitting in his first full major league season.

Houston Astros News / Just Baseball / October 7

Houston Astros Arbitration Projections and Tender Decisions

Once a team comes up with its projected salary for all of its arbitration-eligible players, it will begin a tender analysis to simply determine: “Are we comfortable guaranteeing Player X this much money?” If the answer is yes, the player will be tendered a contract prior to the mid-November Tender Deadline.

Houston Astros News / Just Baseball / October 3

Houston Astros’ Season Comes to Unceremonious End

Dynasties rarely announce when they are over. There is usually no clean ending, no obvious moment when a team goes from feared to vulnerable. The names are still familiar.

MLB News / Yardbarker / October 1

White Sox used specific formula to win wild-card series over Astros

The Chicago White Sox took early leads and relied on their bullpen to complete a two-game sweep of the Houston Astros in the American League Wild Card series.

White Sox sweep Astros for first postseason series win since 2005

Hagen Smith gave the White Sox exactly what they needed as Game 1 opener

Colson Montgomery becomes the second-youngest player in White Sox history to hit a postseason home run

Yankees humiliated Red Sox in more ways than one in wild-card series

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MLB News / Yardbarker / September 30

Astros deserved boos from fans in wild-card series vs. White Sox

Astros deserved boos from their fans in wild-card series vs. White Sox

It took just two games for the Chicago White Sox to sweep the Houston Astros out of the American League Wild Card round and show that the AL West winners were never real postseason contenders.

Colson Montgomery becomes the second-youngest player in White Sox history to hit a postseason home run

Yankees ace Cam Schlittler's curveball destroys Red Sox in Game 1

Massachusetts natives Cam Schlittler, Ben Rice help Yanks defeat Red Sox

Biggest questions for each MLB wild-card series: What to look for in Red Sox-Yankees, Cubs-Padres and more

The 'A.L. Batting Champions' quiz