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Jose Altuve News / Crawfish Boxes / June 19

Some Astros Thoughts: The Schedule and Jose Altuve

Taking a look at the upcoming schedule and Jose Altuve’s hitting resurgence. Through the end of May, the Astros were hovering within a few games of .500 in either direction.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / June 19

Astros Should Promote Top Prospect To Help Struggling Offense

The Houston Astros are on quite the run, emerging as one of the best teams in the American League once again. With the summer months here, the Astros are once again proving to be one of the best teams in the AL.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / June 19

Astros Top Prospect 'Pushing for Promotion' With Incredible Run in Triple-A

The Houston Astros have been much better as of late, but still have a glaring hole in their roster. Could their top prospect be the one to answer that call soon?

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Wes Clarke News / Inside The Diamonds / June 19

Houston Astros & Milwaukee Brewers Make A Trade

The Houston Astros made a minor but intriguing roster move on Thursday by acquiring first baseman Wes Clarke from the Milwaukee Brewers in exchange for cash considerations.

Cam Smith News / Houston Astros on SI / June 19

Astros Star Rookie Has Looked Best Since Spring Training During Elite June Stretch

Back in spring training, it started to feel like young Houston Astros star Cam Smith would never have a bad game in his life. Smith didn't have the cleanest start to his MLB career, but he is starting to turn a corner as he has strung together some great performances to start June.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / June 19

Today in Astros history - June 19

What happened today in team history? 1967 - Gotay day Filling in on the roster for Joe Morgan while on military leave, Houston Astros infielder Julio Gotay had a career day at the plate, going 5-for-5, including hitting in the game-tying run to send the game into extras, but it wasn’t enough for the win, still losing to the St.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / June 19

Houston Astros Predicted to Stay in Holding Pattern at MLB Trade Deadline

The Houston Astros have once again overcome a slow start to assert their dominance in the American League West. Entering the final two weeks of June, Houston is well-positioned to make a run at the postseason for the ninth consecutive year.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / June 19

Just what will the Houston Astros do at the trade deadline?

That question is more complex this year than in past seasons. As the calendar moves ever closer to summer, MLB teams now know who they are and aren’t. Even with the expanded playoffs, teams will know if they have a legitimate shot at the playoffs or not.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / June 18

Astros Pitching Staff Has Been Dominating Opponents During Crucial Stretch

The Houston Astros pitching staff has been on a tear recently, leading this team to the second-best record in MLB in the past 15 days -- tied with the Tampa Bay Rays at 9-4.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / June 18

Astros Star Closer Has Impacted Winning Nearly As Much As Any Player in Baseball

The Houston Astros are back on top of the American League West entering play on June 18 with a record of 42-31 despite some major obstacles that have had to be overcome.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / June 18

Astros Should Target Key Starting Pitcher in Possible Trade With Pirates

The Houston Astros just simply can not catch a break when it comes to the health of their starting pitch. Luis Garcia, Cristian Javier and J.P. France started the season on the injured list and remain there.

Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / June 18

Astros outfielder adds to emerging ROY case with huge game in blowout win

Houston Astros rookie outfielder Cam Smith continued to build his case for American League Rookie of the Year consideration with a huge game on Tuesday.

Aaron Judge slump coincides with Yankees' recent misery

Yankees can’t be considered AL favorites in their current condition

Francisco Lindor addresses Juan Soto's struggles, turnaround

Marlins release highest-paid reliever, who wasn't even on their MLB roster

Will Bryce Harper overlook past if Phillies want to make this trade?

Spicy Dodgers-Padres rivalry is proving to be MLB's best in 2025

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / June 17

Astros Mounting Injury Woes Should Greatly Concern Team Moving Forward

The Houston Astros have rounded into one of the American League's top sides after a rough start to the season, currently holding an AL West leading 41-31 record.

Houston Astros News / Athlon Sports / June 17

Pro Golfer Emilio Gonzalez Shares the Do’s & Don’ts of a Perfect Pre-Shot Routine in Golf

When it comes to a pre-shot routine in golf, so many amateurs overlook it and disregard its importance. But a trusted pre-shot routine is the key to creating repeatable execution — and pro golfer Emilio Gonzalez and his golf coach Tony Ruggiero help explain why.

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Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / June 17

Astros Minor League Infielder Wins Weekly Award After Exceptional Performance

The Houston Astros have had a pretty exceptional amount of depth in their farm system, which they have been able to call upon in various scenarios throughout the 2025 season.

MLB News / Yardbarker / June 17

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Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 17

Astros Notes: Melton, Rotation, McCullers

The Astros placed top prospect and rookie outfielder Jacob Melton on the 10-day injured list due to a right ankle sprain over the weekend, but he’ll apparently be out a fair bit longer than the 10-day minimum.

Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 16

Astros’ Lance McCullers Jr. heads to IL after suffering ‘freak accident’

Houston Astros starter Lance McCullers Jr. has been placed on the injured list after a “freak accident” in the team’s weight room. The sprain, located above his big toe, will sideline the right-hander for at least 15 days, retroactive to June 13th.