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Houston Astros News / Sporting News / August 25

Astros linked to former MVP who called them out during cheating scandal

Houston Astros linked to former MVP who publicly called out the team during their infamous cheating scandal, sparking major offseason rumors.

Framber Valdez News / Sporting News / August 25

Astros' Framber Valdez linked to Blue Jays ahead of MLB free agency

Houston Astros' Framber Valdez is reportedly linked to the Toronto Blue Jays as MLB free agency approaches, fueling trade and signing speculation.

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Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / August 25

Astros’ batters in the second half

Compare these two offensive slash lines— (BA/OBP/SLG/OPS) wRC+ .240 / .324/ .461 / .785 (wRC+ 122) .258 / .345 / .500 / .845 (wRC+ 133) The top line is Christian Walker’s pre-season projection as developed for Fangraphs’ depth chart.

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Which MLB teams have the longest World Series droughts?

Here is every MLB team’s current title drought, though obviously for some of them “drought” is an overstatement.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / August 25

Houston Astros Boil: August 25, 2025

Houston Astros News Injuries and roster moves Recap Prospect report Astros promote Rooney (TR) What to do with Altuve once Yordan is back (AS) Trump wants Clemens in the HOF (Chron) Who did the Astros miss when signing Kimbrel?

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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Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / August 24

Astros Use High-Octane Offense To Win Weekend Series Against Orioles

The Houston Astros had an ugly showing in what was a high stakes showdown between American League division leaders when they faced the Detroit Tigers in a three-game set that took place from Aug.

Yordan Alvarez News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 24

Astros rumors: ‘Strong possibility’ Yordan Alvarez makes return during Rockies series

The Houston Astros could soon welcome back one of their most important sluggers, as manager Joe Espada confirmed there is a “strong possibility” Yordan Alvarez rejoins the roster during the upcoming homestand against the Colorado Rockies, Matt Kawahara of the Houston Chronicle reported.

Astros fall short of series sweep; lose 3-2 to the Orioles

Despite smacking the ball for the last three games in Camden Yards, the Houston Astros just couldn’t get it going in the fourth and final game of the series, losing 3-2 to the Baltimore Orioles on Sunday.

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25 Negro Leaguers every baseball fan should know

Here is a look at 25 of the greatest performers in the distinguished (and varied) history of Negro League baseball.

Craig Kimbrel News / Houston Astros on SI / August 24

Insider Says Astros Chose Craig Kimbrel Over Reunion With Past Star

Injuries have caused a lot of roster turnover for the Houston Astros this year. With a pitching staff -- mainly the starting rotation -- that has been

Houston Astros News / Athlon Sports / August 24

Astros Facing Jose Altuve Decision After Yordan Alvarez Update

The Houston Astros (72–58) are on pace to make the postseason for the ninth consecutive season, entering Sunday with a three-game lead in the AL West. A huge reason for the team’s success has once again been the face of the franchise, Jose Altuve.

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John Rooney News / Field Level Media / August 24

Astros promote LHP John Rooney

The Houston Astros promoted long-time minor league left-hander John Rooney from Triple-A Sugar Land on Sunday. The 28-year-old Rooney, who has been pitching in the minors since 2018, was acquired by the Astros from the Miami Marlins on Aug.

Astros finding their offense at Orioles' expense in series

Houston's bats have cranked up again and attention will turn to shoring up the pitching as the Astros go for a series sweep of the host Baltimore Orioles on Sunday afternoon.

Christian Walker News / Field Level Media / August 23

Christian Walker’s late homer powers Astros past Orioles in slugfest

Christian Walker's two-run, tiebreaking home run in the seventh inning helped rescue the Houston Astros after they squandered a big lead, winning 9-8 against the host Baltimore Orioles on Saturday night.

Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 23

Astros designate former first-round pick for assignment

The Astros have designated right-hander Shawn Dubin for assignment, according to Matt Kawahara of the Houston Chronicle. Righty AJ Blubaugh has been called up from Triple-A in the corresponding move (KPRC 2’s Ari Alexander reported earlier on Saturday that Blubaugh was on his way to the Astros’ active roster).

Astros announce update on injured pitcher

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

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Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / August 23

Insider Suggests Astros Could Dangle Three Stars in Offseason Trade Talks

The Houston Astros knew they needed help in the infield before the trade deadline. A severe hamstring injury to All-Star Isaac Paredes that appeared to end his season forced Dana Brown to get aggressive.

Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 22

Astros’ Jeremy Peña gives fan unforgettable souvenir with 3-run homer

The Houston Astros kicked off a weekend series against the Baltimore Orioles with a bang. Houston had to live without Jeremy Peña for a long stretch thanks to a lower body injury, but the shortstop made a statement early on Friday night.

Houston Astros 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.

Astros offense remains anemic after being swept by Tigers

Astros announce update on injured pitcher

Craig Kimbrel lands with World Series contender after latest release

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Lance McCullers News / Athlon Sports / August 22

Lance McCullers' Return Comes With Bad News for Astros

Lance McCullers Jr. is set to make his return to the Houston Astros rotation after dealing with a right finger blister that has sidelined him for the past month.

Houston Astros News / Total Apex Sports / August 22

Houson Astros Sign 9-Time MLB All-Star

Houston, we have… a solution? The Houston Astros, in a move that screams “we need an arm, any arm, right now,” have reportedly agreed to a deal with veteran reliever Craig Kimbrel.

Houston Astros News / Last Word On Sports / August 21

Report: Astros Signing Veteran All-Star Reliever

The Houston Astros bullpen has struggled recently, especially with the shoulder capsule injury to All-Star closer Josh Hader. But it got a boost on Thursday

J.P. France News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 21

Astros announce update on injured pitcher

The veteran pitcher has missed the entire season.

Astros offense remains anemic after being swept by Tigers

Yordan Alvarez shares injury update amid Astros' offensive tailspin

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Houston Astros News / Last Word On Sports / August 20

Astros Rotation Gets Major Boost with Two Key Starters Returning

After a successful rehab start with the Sugar Land Space Cowboys, Houston Astros starter Lance McCullers Jr. has returned to the big league team. McCullers will make his first start back with Houston on Friday against the Baltimore Orioles.