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Astros, Spencer Arrighetti aim for sweep of scuffling Royals

The Houston Astros have already secured their first winning series at Kansas City since 2022. Considering how well they've fared with Spencer Arrighetti on the mound, a sweep could be next.

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Astros ace Brown to return to rotation vs. Tigers

Astros ace right-hander Hunter Brown, who hasn't pitched in an MLB game since April 31 due to a Grade 2 shoulder strain, will return to the starting rotation Tuesday.

MLB News / Field Level Media / June 14

Astros rally with four homers to outlast Royals

Christian Walker hit one of Houston's four homers, reached on a fielder's choice that allowed the tiebreaking run to score in the ninth and helped the visiting Astros to an 8-7 win over the Kansas City Royals on Saturday night.

MLB News / Houston Astros on SI / June 13

Astros Beat Royals After One-Hour Delay Due to Severe Weather

Earlier this week the Kansas City Royals hosted one of the most unique weather delays in recent memory. Saturday's delay was much more traditional. Saturday's game between the Houston Astros and the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium got started on time.

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The 'MLB K-leaders since 1995' quiz

How many of the pitchers to lead all of Major League Baseball in strikeouts in the Wild Card Era (since 1995) can you name in five minutes?

The 'Pitching Triple Crown winners' quiz

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MLB News / Crawfish Boxes / June 13

Astros vs. Royals Game Discussion: 6/13/2026

TONIGHT’S GAME: The Astros continue a six-game road trip with the second game of a three-game series against the Kansas City Royals tonight at Kauffman Stadium.

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in MLB history

Not every all-timer has instant success at the next level. For many baseball players, it takes a few bumps in the road out of the gate before they ever reach stardom.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / June 13

Astros' Mike Burrows Facing Biggest Start of Season Against Royals

When the Houston Astros acquired Mike Burrows from the Pittsburgh Pirates over the offseason, general manager Dana Brown was looking to build a rotation with Framber Valdez leaving in free agency.

Tatsuya Imai News / Houston Astros on SI / June 13

Tatsuya Imai Gave Astros Forgettable Start in Unforgettable Victory

Yordan Alvarez’s incredible performance against the Kansas City Royals did more than just set franchise records. It gave starting pitcher Tatsuya Imai a hiding place.

Yordan Alvarez News / Field Level Media / June 13

Astros, Yordan Alvarez hope to continue offensive barrage against Royals

Yordan Alvarez is having an MVP-caliber season for the Houston Astros. That includes continued success against the Kansas City Royals. Following a historic first-inning performance in the opener of this three-game set, Alvarez will look to help the Astros secure their first winning series at Kansas City in four years on Saturday night.

Yordan Alvarez News / Sport Relay / June 13

Alvarez Powers Astros Past Royals

The Houston Astros defeated the Kansas City Royals, 10–8, on Friday night at Kauffman Stadium after scoring nine runs in the first inning and surviving a late comeback attempt.

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Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?

The only two things rarer in modern-day baseball than the four-homer game is the Triple Crown and the unassisted triple play. The former is, of course, done over an entire season, while there's a large level of lucky in the unassisted triple play.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / June 13

Astros Score 9 in First, Hold On for 10-8 Victory Over Royals

Only the Houston Astros this season could deliver angst and high drama after posting a whopping 9 runs in the first inning. What should’ve been a contest

Yordan Alvarez News / Field Level Media / June 12

Yordan Alvarez has historic night as Astros outlast Royals

Yordan Alvarez hit a two-run homer and grand slam during a nine-run first inning for the Houston Astros, who then hung on for a 10-8 victory over the host Kansas City Royals on Friday night.

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MLB News / Yardbarker / June 13

Yordan Alvarez's historic multi-HR inning powers Astros to win

Alvarez, a three-time All-Star and World Series champion (2022) at 28, is on pace to set new career-highs.

Yordan Alvarez has historic night as Astros outlast Royals

Astros' Yordan Alvarez hits 2-run homer, slam in first inning

The 'Last 30-HR season by MLB team' quiz

Yordan Alvarez News / Field Level Media / June 12

Astros' Yordan Alvarez hits 2-run homer, slam in first inning

Houston Astros designated hitter Yordan Alvarez enjoyed a huge night on Friday at Kansas City -- in the first inning alone. Alvarez hit a two-run homer two batters into the game, then added a grand slam to cap Houston's nine-run inning against the Royals.

Isaac Paredes News / Houston Astros on SI / June 12

4 National League Teams Emerging as Fits for Isaac Paredes at Trade Deadline

As each week passes by, it feels like it's going to become more and more difficult for the Houston Astros and general manager Dana Brown to get back in the playoff race.

Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 12

Astros Designate Ryan Weiss For Assignment, Select Raynel Delgado

The Astros have designated right-hander Ryan Weiss for assignment, as first reported by Matt Kawahara of the Houston Chronicle. His 40-man roster spot will go to infielder Raynel Delgado, whose promotion was first reported yesterday by Francys Romero.

Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 12

Astros Interested In Outfield, Bullpen Upgrades

The Astros are currently 31-39 and in fourth place in the AL West, but the mediocre state of the American League has them only four games out of a Wild Card spot.

MLB News / Yardbarker / June 12

Three players the Guardians could make a swing for at the trade deadline

It seems like the season for the Cleveland Guardians to go all in. Here are three players they should go after.

Red Sox's Garrett Crochet faces major setback in his injury recovery

Red Sox's Sam Kennedy discusses Craig Breslow's job security amid 'embarrassing' season

Top of Red Sox lineup sets new mark for single-game futility

The 'Multi-time Cy Young winners' quiz

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / June 11

From Sugar Land to Houston: Astros Pitchers to Watch at Every Level

The Houston Astros entered the 2026 season with a pitching staff that looked, on paper, like a strength in every way. Reality hit and so did injuries and what once looked like a strength turned into something else entirely.

Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 11

Astros sign outfielder to minor league contract

On Wednesday, the Houston Astros signed outfielder Trenton Brooks to a minor league contract. While the team did not officially confirm the transaction, Brooks appeared in tonight’s lineup for the Triple-A Sugar Land affiliate.

Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 9

Astros rumors: Ken Rosenthal drops big hint on Houston’s trade deadline plans

With the chatter around the Houston Astros and the trades the team could make with the deadline in a few months, the baseball world is wondering what the plans look like for the disappointing AL West squad.

Houston Astros News / Athlon Sports / June 9

Astros to Place Newly Added Veteran on IL

Just four games into his tenure with the Houston Astros, LaMonte Wade Jr. is heading for a stint on the injured list. Brian McTaggart of MLB.com reported that the Astros plan to place Wade on the 10-day injured list with a right hamstring strain and intend to call-up outfielder Joey Loperfido from Triple-A Sugar Land.