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On YouTubeHouston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / February 10
Astros Thank Framber Valdez With Official Farewell Message
Pitchers and catchers have officially reported to spring training for the Houston Astros, and one player who was present on this report day for the last eight seasons, who is no longer with the franchise, is Framber Valdez.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / February 10
Grading Astros Offseason Trade Acquisitions Since World Series Ended
The Houston Astros recently lost their ace Framber Valdez to the Detroit Tigers, but the sting wasn't as painful as it would have been had the ballclub not made some early moves.
Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 10
Astros Continue To Seek Left-Handed Outfielder In Paredes Talks
Astros pitchers and catchers report to Spring Training tomorrow. The team’s roster remains jumbled as camp is soon to get underway. They’re still heavily right-handed and have an arguable surplus of infielders with an unimposing outfield mix.
The 'Live-Ball Era strikeout leaders' quiz
How many of the 36 MLB pitchers with 2,500 or more strikeouts in the Live-Ball Era (since 1920) can you name in five minutes?
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / February 10
Are the Astros Already Adding Insult to Injury, Again? 
This is the week baseball fans have been waiting for. Pitchers and catchers are reporting to spring training, and with that, the long offseason finally gives way to possibility.
25 MLB players who have the most to prove in 2026
The new MLB season brings opportunities as players head into their walk years and try to rebound from subpar performances. These 25 players stand out heading into 2026.
Hayden Wesneski News / Houston Astros on SI / February 10
Analyzing Mental Side of Astros Starter Hayden Wesneski's Return in 2026
Hayden Wesneski is a Houston native. He's adored baseball since he was a kid and after a trade from the Chicago Cubs, is now playing for the team he grew up rooting for in the Houston Astros.
Framber Valdez News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 10
Why not signing Framber Valdez will be Yankees’ biggest offseason regret
The right amount of seasoning can elevate an already superb dish to gourmet status. Former Houston Astros starting pitcher Framber Valdez agreed to a three-year, $115 million contract with the Detroit Tigers this offseason.
Isaac Paredes News / Houston Astros on SI / February 10
Astros Now Appear Less Likely to Trade Isaac Paredes as Top Suitor Drops Out
The Houston Astros have been one of the stories of the offseason following their first missed playoff appearance in close to a decade as they look to try to get back to contention.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / February 9
Astros Veteran Slugger Considered High Bust Potential Ahead of 2026 Season
The Houston Astros are among every other franchise in the Major Leagues looking to enter the race to the postseason in 2026. Having faced such an eyesore of a season last year, the Astros are seeking a comeback, but with one of their veteran sluggers on the decline, doing so will be a difficult feat.
Josh Hader News / ESPN / February 9
Astros' Hader working back from shoulder injury
The Astros hope to learn more later this week about the health of All-Star closer Josh Hader, who is continuing to recover from a shoulder injury suffered in August.
The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era
America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.
Isaac Paredes News / CBSSports.com / February 9
MLB rumors: Yankees trade for infielder; Pirates continue to add offense; Astros still shopping Isaac Paredes
Here are the latest MLB news and rumors with spring training kicking off
MLB News / CBSSports.com / February 9
MLB rumors: Pirates continue to add offense with Marcell Ozuna; Astros still shopping Isaac Paredes
Here are the latest MLB news and rumors with spring training kicking off
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / February 9
In the lab: A look at Astros financials
I also write a regular feature over at Battle Red Blog. It is called “Value of Things” and that title fits fairly comfortably with this piece and what is ultimately behind the lab.
Jose Altuve News / Houston Astros on SI / February 9
Astros Scout Omar Lopez Recalls Discovering Jose Altuve in Venezuela
Jose Altuve has defied expectations for nearly two decades, but his origin story still sounds almost impossible. The future Hall of Famer nearly never got his chance because scouts in Venezuela kept passing on him in 2007.
Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / February 8
Houston Astros getting plenty of interest in Isaac Paredes
The Houston Astros have a logjam in their infield. Infielder Isaac Paredes currently does not have a set position in Houston. Infielder Carlos Correa was re-acquired at the 2025 trade deadline after Paredes landed on the Injured List due to a strained right hamstring.
Isaac Paredes News / Last Word On Sports / February 8
What the Astros would want for Isaac Paredes from the Pirates
The Pittsburgh Pirates might be getting closer to acquiring third baseman Isaac Paredes from the Houston Astros. Talks are reportedly ‘intensifying’ between the Pirates, Astros, and Boston Red Sox, with even the possibility of a three-team trade, according to Chandler Rome.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / February 8
Projecting Which Way Astros Attendance Will Sway During 2026 Season
The Houston Astros endured a brutal season last year, filled with injuries and losses, but they're entering their 2026 campaign with the intentions of reaching the postseason and, of course, staying far away from the injured list.
Houston Astros News / Total Pro Sports / February 8
Five MLB Teams Have Strong Interest In Astros’ All-Star Slugger
The Houston Astros lost their perch at the top of the American League West after missing out on a playoff spot for the first time since 2016. They are in a rebuild mode with only a handful of members remaining from the 2022 World Series-winning roster.
Houston Astros News / Just Baseball / February 7
Which Houston Astros Top Prospects Could Contribute in 2026?
The Houston Astros are pretty well known at this point for having one of the weaker farm systems in the game, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t some useful pieces that will make an impact on the big league club.
MLB News / Yardbarker / February 6
Javier Baez's World Baseball Classic marijuana suspension a frustrating development
Detroit Tigers Infielder Javy Baez will not be able to participate in this year's World Baseball Classic due to a failed marijuana test at the 2023 World Baseball Classic.
Houston Astros News / Last Word On Sports / February 6
Latest on the Astros Infield Situation
February is already upon us, and that means baseball season is around the corner. Spring training will start in a couple of weeks, and it will be a very
Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 6
Astros GM Dana Brown continues to downplay possibility of trade involving infielders
The Astros have seemingly had too many infielders all winter but general manager Dana Brown has consistently downplayed the possibility of a trade, doing so again this week.
J.P. France News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 5
Astros Outright J.P. France
The Astros announced that right-hander J.P. France cleared waivers and was outrighted to Triple-A Sugar Land. He had been designated for assignment a week ago when Houston acquired Kai-Wei Teng from the Giants.
MLB News / Yardbarker / February 4
Tigers signing Framber Valdez slams door on Tarik Skubal extension
The chances of the Detroit Tigers and pitcher Tarik Skubal working out a long-term extension may officially be over.
Framber Valdez News / Larry Brown Sports / February 3
Framber Valdez linked to one new contender in free-agent rumors
Framber Valdez may be going from a multi-time AL pennant winner to the reigning AL pennant winner.
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