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Josh Hader Is Reclaiming His Throne as MLB’s Best Reliever

Josh Hader Is Reclaiming His Throne as MLB’s Best Reliever

Amidst the inconsistency of the Houston Astros 2026 season, left-handed closer Josh Hader‘s sustained dominance has them at the top of the American League West.

Joe Espada News / Houston Astros on SI / September 14
Joe Espada Drops Honest Quote on Astros’ Playoff Chances

Joe Espada Drops Honest Quote on Astros’ Playoff Chances

The Houston Astros rode high into Tampa Bay to take on the Rays before the series began over the weekend, having taken two of three against the Philadelphia Phillies.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / September 14

Ultimate Astros Playoff Lineup: Houston’s All-Time October Starting 9

Fret not with that hovering malaise permeating from St. Petersburg’s aftermath. The ambient rawness of a series loss in Tampa is still fresh, but we have the perfect cure.

Yordan Alvarez News / ESPN / September 14

A potential Triple Crown? Will he win MVP? Breaking down Yordan Alvarez's 2026 season

History or not, Alvarez's offensive campaign stands alone. Here's his status in the MVP race, how his season would rank among Triple Crown winners and more.

Houston Astros News / Yardbarker Quizzes
The 'MLB Playoff hits leaders' quiz

The 'MLB Playoff hits leaders' quiz

How many of the 30 MLB players with at least 70 hits in their postseason career can you name in five minutes?

The 'Active multiple .300 seasons' quiz
The 'Most 200-hit MLB seasons' quiz
The 'Last MVP by MLB team 'quiz
Carlos Correa News / Crawfish Boxes / September 13

Carlos Correa Expected to Play Rehab Games This Week

Before Sunday’s game, Astros manager Joe Espada gave an update on the status of 3B Carlos Correa: It has not been determined how many games Correa will require on a rehab assignment, although the Sugar Land Space Cowboys season ends September 20.

MLB News / Yardbarker
Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century

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 13
Astros Slugger Jeremy Pena Looking to Turn Around Major Late Season Slump

Astros Slugger Jeremy Pena Looking to Turn Around Major Late Season Slump

Jeremy Pena has entered a major slump for the Houston Astros. He compounded his slump on Sunday with a misplay in the field that cost the Astros four runs.

Houston Astros News / Fastball on SI / September 13
Astros May Have Hail Mary Coming for AL Playoff Race

Astros May Have Hail Mary Coming for AL Playoff Race

Time is running out in the 2026 Major League Baseball regular season. Although the clock is ticking, it sounds like there is star in the American League who could make it back just in time for the postseason.

Carlos Correa News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 13
Astros rumors: Bombshell Carlos Correa move on table if he returns from injury

Astros rumors: Bombshell Carlos Correa move on table if he returns from injury

The Houston Astros are considering an unexpected defensive alignment for Carlos Correa if he can make it back before the regular season ends. Houston is weighing the possibility of moving Correa to second base, per Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal, a position he has never played during his 12-year MLB career.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / September 13
Astros Have Bigger Offensive Problem Than Yordan Álvarez’s Absence

Astros Have Bigger Offensive Problem Than Yordan Álvarez’s Absence

The last time the Houston Astros scored at least 10 runs in a victory was on Aug. 14, when they defeated the Seattle Mariners 10-7 in the first game of the series at home.

Carlos Correa News / Field Level Media / September 12
Report: Astros considering Carlos Correa at 2B upon return

Report: Astros considering Carlos Correa at 2B upon return

The Houston Astros are weighing moving Carlos Correa to second base upon his return to the lineup, per The Athletic. According to the report, the team views Correa as a potentially better solution at second than Jose Altuve or Isaac Paredes.

Athletics News / Yardbarker
The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series

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 / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 12
Astros’ Joe Espada provides important Yordan Alvarez injury update

Astros’ Joe Espada provides important Yordan Alvarez injury update

Houston Astros slugger Yordan Alvarez is dealing with an ankle injury concern. Alvarez, a strong American League MVP candidate, is hoping to avoid a lengthy injury absence.

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The 'Women's U.S. Open champions' quiz
 The 'Women's U.S. Open champions' quiz
The '4,500-yard, 15-INT NFL seasons' quiz
 The '4,500-yard, 15-INT NFL seasons' quiz
The 'Most 10-TD catch NFL seasons' quiz
 The 'Most 10-TD catch NFL seasons' quiz
The 'NFL's active passing-leaders' quiz
 The 'NFL's active passing-leaders' quiz
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / September 12
Astros Unveil Lineup for Crucial Middle Game Against Rays

Astros Unveil Lineup for Crucial Middle Game Against Rays

The Houston Astros look to wake up the bats as they take on the Tampa Bay Rays in the middle game of their three-game set. Peter Lambert goes for the Astros.

Joe Espada News / Athlon Sports / September 12
Joe Espada Comments on Questionable Astros Decision

Joe Espada Comments on Questionable Astros Decision

Houston Astros manager Joe Espada stood by his decision to pitch to Junior Caminero in a critical spot during Friday night’s 3-1 loss to the Tampa Bay Rays.

Yordan Alvarez News / Viral Sports News / September 11
Houston Astros Announce Abrupt Yordan Alvarez News

Houston Astros Announce Abrupt Yordan Alvarez News

The Houston Astros closed out a series win over the Philadelphia Phillies on Thursday with a 2-1 victory, then immediately turned their attention to a three-game road set against the Tampa Bay Rays at Tropicana Field.

Daulton Varsho News / Yardbarker / September 11
Daulton Varsho's offense finally showing signs of life for Astros

Daulton Varsho's offense finally showing signs of life for Astros

After adjusting to a new environment, his bat is finally showing flashes of life, with solid offensive contributions as of late.

Cam Smith homers in 9th to help Astros take series vs. Phillies
Astros' Jose Altuve joins elite MLB club with hit No. 2,500
The 'MLB Playoff hits leaders' quiz
Cam Smith News / Field Level Media / September 10
Cam Smith homers in 9th to help Astros take series vs. Phillies

Cam Smith homers in 9th to help Astros take series vs. Phillies

Cam Smith hit a tiebreaking homer off Jhoan Duran in the ninth inning to lift the visiting Houston Astros to a 2-1 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies on Thursday.

Jose Altuve News / Yardbarker / September 9
Astros' Jose Altuve joins elite MLB club with hit No. 2,500

Astros' Jose Altuve joins elite MLB club with hit No. 2,500

Jose Altuve has added another remarkable accomplishment to his already-decorated MLB resume.

Kyle Schwarber blasts grand slam as Phillies beat Astros
George Lombard Jr. hits Yankees' first '26 grand slam in win over Rockies
Cy Young Award has a clear favorite after Cam Schlittler's dominant start
Cubs player had one of the worst ABS challenges of the year
Elly De La Cruz had the craziest throw to prevent Dodgers' inside-the-park HR
Rockies' Hunter Goodman has the stupidest blunder of the season
Yordan Alvarez News / Viral Sports News / September 8
Houston Astros Announce Sudden Yordan Alvarez Decision

Houston Astros Announce Sudden Yordan Alvarez Decision

The Houston Astros travel to Philadelphia this week for a three-game set that could shape the final stretch of their season. They arrive after dropping two of three to the Arizona Diamondbacks, a series in which their offense managed just five runs across the last two games.

Daulton Varsho News / Athlon Sports / September 8
Daulton Varsho's Struggles Only Adding to Astros' Outfield Uncertainty

Daulton Varsho's Struggles Only Adding to Astros' Outfield Uncertainty

The Houston Astros‘ lone major move at the MLB trade deadline was acquiring outfielder Daulton Varsho from the Toronto Blue Jays in exchange for starting pitcher Spencer Arrighetti.

Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / September 6
Astros option RHP Kai-Wei Teng, recall RHP Miguel Ullola

Astros option RHP Kai-Wei Teng, recall RHP Miguel Ullola

The Houston Astros optioned right-handed reliever Kai-Wei Teng to Triple-A Sugar Land and recalled right-handed reliever Miguel Ullola from Sugar Land on Sunday.

Steven Okert News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 4
Astros Place Steven Okert On Injured List

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.

Daulton Varsho News / Just Baseball / September 3
Daulton Varsho’s Free-Agent Payday is Taking a Major Hit

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

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.

Freddy Peralta finding his rhythm with Rays following troubling stretch
Rays' Freddy Peralta addresses theory about struggles with Mets
Yankees' Aaron Boone sheds light on possible Aaron Judge return date
The 'MLB active stolen base leaders' quiz
Juan Soto News / Yardbarker / August 29
Mets activate star Juan Soto off IL ahead of Astros game

Mets activate star Juan Soto off IL ahead of Astros game

He will bat second against the Astros and be the designated hitter.

Astros to toss patchwork of pitchers against Mets
Hunter Brown fans 10 as Astros beat Mets
Andy Green makes feelings about future with Mets clear amid manager rumors
The 'Last batting title by MLB team' quiz
Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / August 27
Astros reunite with pitching guru Brent Strom for regular-season stretch run

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.

Astros could get playoff boost with Carlos Correa's return
Joe Espada to remain Astros manager for rest of season
Jose Altuve makes Yankees fans pay after profane gesture
Four-run seventh helps Yankees pull away from Astros
The 'MLB Playoff games with 10 K's, 0 BBs or runs' quiz

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