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With reinforcements on deck, Astros face Angels again

When rosters expand on Monday, the Houston Astros will be in position to welcome back potentially key cogs as they make a September playoff push. The Astros need to get through their game Sunday against the visiting Los Angeles Angels -- the third of a four-game series.

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Astros Magic Number to Win AL West Falls After Loss to Angels

For the Houston Astros, making the playoffs is a yearly tradition. And right now, their magic number has them on track to doing it again in 2025. But it won't be easy.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 31

Astros makes lowkey move on ex-Yankees pitcher

The Houston Astros have quietly added veteran right-hander Matt Bowman to their organization, signing him to a minor league contract and assigning him to Triple-A Sugar Land, according to Matt Kawahara of the Houston Chronicle.

Houston Astros News / Sporting News / August 31

Astros add bullpen help, sign veteran relief pitcher

The Houston Astros went and signed 34-year-old Matt Bowman to a minor league deal after the Baltimore Orioles released him.

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MLB News / Crawfish Boxes / August 30

The Astros offense doesn’t show up yet again; Angels win 4-1

It was Spaghetti day at Daikin Park today! Spencer Arrighetti(1-5, 6.14 ERA, 24 SO) got the start this evening for the Astros vs. Angels right hander Kyle

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / August 30

Astros Sign Veteran Reliever Matt Bowman to Minor League Contract

The Houston Astros picked up some low-risk relief help on Saturday by signing former Baltimore Orioles right-hander Matt Bowman. The Houston Chronicle first reported the signing on X (formerly Twitter).

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / August 30

Astros Outfield Has Potential for Serious Logjam as Players Get Healthy

The Houston Astros have dealt with waves of injuries at different position groups this season. Right now, the position group under most duress is their outfield.

Cristian Javier News / Houston Astros on SI / August 30

What Cristian Javier's Big Start Means for the Astros Starting Rotation

Injuries have plagued the Houston Astros' pitching staff for the better part of this decade, but the severity and frequency of them have really gone up a level in the past year.

Hunter Brown News / Sporting News / August 30

Astros predicted to make exciting Hunter Brown decision in offseason

Houston needs to lock up their ace.

Yordan Alvarez News / Sporting News / August 30

MLB analyst names Astros' Yordan Alvarez top x-factor down the stretch

Could Yordan Alvarez's return be the final puzzle piece for another Astros' World Series run?

MLB News / Field Level Media / August 30

'All hands on deck' in bullpen for Astros against Angels

Even as they near optimal health with their position players and rotation, the Houston Astros remain short-handed in their bullpen and have been forced to utilize relievers in unfamiliar roles.

Yordan Alvarez News / Houston Astros on SI / August 30

Astros Slugger Yordan Alvarez Named Top X-Factor in MLB Down Stretch

The Houston Astros have dealt with an absurd run of injury issues throughout the 2025 season, both in terms of the quantity of high-levels players lost and the length of time they've gone without those stars.

Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / August 29

Astros plate two late runs; starter Cristian Javier dazzles in win over Angels

Carlos Correa snapped a scoreless tie with an opposite-field single in the seventh inning before Yordan Alvarez provided an insurance tally an inning later as the Houston Astros claimed the opener of a four-game series against the visiting Los Angeles Angels 2-0 on Friday.

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Jose Altuve News / Houston Astros on SI / August 29

Jose Altuve Holding Astros Back From Having Best Defensive Outfield in MLB

The Houston Astros knew they were taking a risk when it was announced that Jose Altuve would be moving to left field as his primary position. His waning athleticism was leading to some poor defensive numbers at second base.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / August 29

Astros and Plate Discipline

Plate discipline is a frequent topic around TCB. The Astros’ batters as a group are not the best case study for plate discipline. “Patience” could be a sub-heading under plate discipline, and Astros’ hitters frequently are not patient.

Framber Valdez News / Sporting News / August 29

Astros' Framber Valdez gets $100 million free agency prediction

Framber Valdez could earn a huge payday in the offseason.

Houston Astros News / Last Word On Sports / August 28

Astros Injury Woes Continue, But Still Bright Spots To See

Just when it seemed the Houston Astros were getting fully healthy and their full squad back together, more injury news hit the team. It’s almost becoming a cycle for Astros fans, with some players picking up new injuries.

Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 28

Astros move Lance McCullers Jr. to bullpen

The Astros are apparently trying to shake things up in their rotation.

Yordan Alvarez News / Athlon Sports / August 28

Astros Make Yordan Alvarez Move Two Days After Return

The Houston Astros are entering the final month of the season with a slim 1.5-game lead over the second-place Seattle Mariners in the AL West. Although

Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 26

Astros reinstate three-time All-Star from injured list

Air Yordan is back.

Astros finally getting healthier as Rockies come to town

Trevor Rogers continues mound dominance as Orioles edge Astros

Astros designate former first-round pick for assignment

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Christian Walker News / Last Word On Sports / August 26

Christian Walker’s Resurgence Breaks The Astros Out Of Their Offensive Woes

The Houston Astros came into Baltimore for a four-game series against the Orioles, riding one of the worst offensive slumps in team history. The Astros had lost their last four games, with a combined score of 2-30.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 26

Orioles claim Shawn Dubin, designate Matt Bowman for assignment

The Orioles announced that they have claimed right-hander Shawn Dubin off waivers. The Astros designated him for assignment earlier this week.

Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / August 25

Astros set to get big boost for stretch run

It looks like the Astros will be getting some reinforcements as they look to hold off the Seattle Mariners in the AL West.

Astros designate former first-round pick for assignment

Astros promote LHP John Rooney

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Jesus Sanchez News / Yardbarker / August 22

Jesus Sanchez needs more than one great game to help Astros

Jesus Sanchez needs to be consistent to help Astros get back on track

If the Houston Astros needed a pick-me-up on Thursday, they got one from outfielder Jesús Sánchez. Sánchez entered the Astros game against the Baltimore Orioles, wallowing with a 0-for-27 hitless skid.

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