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Astros Release Nelson Velazquez

The Astros have moved on from veteran outfielder Nelson Velazquez, relays Brian McTaggart of MLB.com. He plans to pursue opportunities in Asia. The 27-year-old Velazquez opened the 2026 campaign in the Cardinals system.

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Former Astros Manager Joe Espada Emerges as Finalist for Mariners Job

Although the Houston Astros haven't announced any new managerial hires for their open positions, it looks like their former manager might be a real option for a division rival.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / October 27

Astros Farm System: Top Pitching Performers of 2026

The 2026 season had some big time performances and breakout prospects. I narrowed down the top four offensive performers in the Astros system for the 2026 season and put them on a list below.

Mike Rizzo News / Crawfish Boxes / October 27

Astros GM Search: Mike Rizzo May Be Exactly What Jim Crane Wants — and That Says Everything

As the Astros continue their search for a new general manager and manager, one familiar name could tell us everything we need to know about the direction of the franchise.

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The 'Playoff-RBI leaders by MLB club' quiz

How many of the Live-Ball Era (since 1920) players to lead each MLB franchise in postseason RBI can you name in five minutes?

The 'NLCS MVPs' quiz

The 'Playoff HR leaders by MLB team' quiz

The 'Last 100-RBI season by team' quiz

Joey Loperfido News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 26

Joey Loperfido Undergoes Hip Surgery; Won’t Be Ready For Spring Training

The Astros announced today that outfielder Joey Loperfido underwent arthroscopic surgery to address an impingement and labral injury in his right hip. A specific timeline for his recovery wasn’t provided but the team said his availability for spring training will be delayed.

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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 / Houston Astros on SI / October 26

Astros Can’t Afford To Miss Their Chance To Fix the Outfield

I have not agreed with many of the changes the Houston Astros have made over the last three seasons, but if anything has also been clear, it is that several of the young players they projected to take over a position in left field or center field could not even come close to expectations.

Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 26

Astros urged to trade Jeremy Pena, and possibly Carlos Correa

The Houston Astros enter the offseason with questions surrounding Jeremy Pena’s future and Carlos Correa’s place in their infield. Pena enters his final season before free agency, while Correa’s return from injury adds another consideration for Houston.

Mike Rizzo News / Houston Astros on SI / October 26

Astros Interview Mike Rizzo, Architect of Team That Beat Them in 2019

He was the architect who took the Washington Nationals to the elite during his years there, and he ended up putting together the team that defeated the Houston Astros in the 2019 World Series.

Joey Loperfido News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 26

Astros outfielder’s injury update will impact his 2027 spring training availability

Houston Astros outfielder Joey Loperfido received an injury update after undergoing hip surgery. Matt Kawahara of the Houston Chronicle shared the update from the Astros.

Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 26

Astros interviewing GM candidate who built team that beat them in World Series

While the Houston Astros look to replace manager Joe Espada this offseason, the team is also looking to find a new general manager after the firing of Dana Brown last season.

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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 / Field Level Media / October 26

Report: Astros interviewing Mike Rizzo for GM vacancy

The Houston Astros are interviewing former Washington Nationals executive Mike Rizzo for their vacant general manager job, USA Today reported Monday. Rizzo, 65, was the architect of the Nationals' 2019 World Series championship, when Washington beat the Astros in seven games.

Houston Astros News / EssentiallySports / October 26

Astros’ Search for General Manager Draws Out Praise as Analyst Calls Out Major Misconception

The time has come for owner Jim Crane to find the Houston Astros a new general manager. After Dana Brown parted ways with the franchise in August, Crane had promised to start his GM quest after the season.

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The 'Fewest passing-yards in a win' quiz

The 'Rushing-record by NFL team' quiz

The 'World Series Game 1 starters' quiz

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MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 26

Astros hire Conner Watson as director of hitting

The Astros have hired Conner Watson as their new director of hitting, The Athletic’s Chandler Rome reports. Watson heads to Houston after spending the last two seasons as the Guardians’ assistant director of hitting development.

Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / October 25

Three questions facing the Houston Astros this offseason

The Houston Astros find themselves at a crossroads this offseason.

Three questions facing the Texas Rangers this offseason

Three questions facing the Miami Marlins this offseason

Three questions facing Baltimore Orioles this offseason

The 'Most wins in the MLB playoffs' quiz

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / October 25

Astros Should Explore This Option for Rotation Stability in 2027

One of the best ways the Houston Astros could solve their problems with the starting rotation is by being aggressive in pursuing an elite pitcher on the free-agent market and, if possible, getting a second arm for the rotation who is less expensive on a short-term contract.

Tatsuya Imai News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 24

Finding Solutions For Tatsuya Imai

Astros right-hander Tatsuya Imai’s transition from NPB to MLB did not go well. He tumbled out of the rotation and ended the year as a seldom-used reliever.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / October 24

Legendary Astros Closer Billy Wagner Inducted Into Houston Sports Hall of Fame

The latest MLB Hall of Famer for the Houston Astros was star closer Billy Wagner, who was inducted into Cooperstown in 2025. He became just the third player with an Astros cap to make it, and is considered the greatest closer in franchise history.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / October 24

Astros' Pitching Disaster Should Force Houston to Rethink Approach Young Arms

Each of us almost always remembers a player for a particular swing, a pitch, a slide, a catch, or anything else that has captured our attention in an unforgettable way.

Christian Walker News / Houston Astros on SI / October 23

What Would Be the Best Infield Option Without Christian Walker?

Even if they decide to move on from Christian Walker, we know it won’t be easy for the Houston Astros. But here we’re going to try to get ahead of the situation and analyze what the best infield options would be, and we’ll go a little further because resolving the first-base situation with internal options won’t be that easy either.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / October 23

3 Impending Free Agents Still Playing in October Who Should Interest Astros

The Houston Astros do not currently have a general manager or a manager. However, with free agency not far away, owner Jim Crane, senior advisor Jeff Bagwell and other front office executives must remain mindful of improving the roster, even as the GM search remains on-going.

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.