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Astros rally in ninth, sweep Twins with walk-off in tenth

Mauricio Dubon hit a walk-off single to left field with two outs in the 10th inning, and the Houston Astros completed a three-game series sweep of the Minnesota Twins with a 2-1 win on Sunday.

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Houston Astros Boss Reveals Injury Timeline for Rookie Outfielder

Dana Brown had an unfortunate update on the timeline for rookie outfielder Jacob Melton's sprained ankle. Brown told the Astros' pre-game radio show, in a report filed by The Athletic's Chandler Rome, that Melton's injury would sideline him for about four weeks.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / June 15

Astros Power-Throwing Pitching Prospect Could Be Seen in Majors Very Soon

The Houston Astros have leaned on their offense to not just stay afloat, but thrive in the top spot in the American League West as their pitching staff continues to deal with injuries, both lingering from last season and new from this one.

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Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / June 15

Ranking Most Likely Astros Trade Deadline Targets Listed by Former MLB Executive

It didn't seem like this would be the case a couple of months ago, but the Houston Astros now find themselves in the familiar territory of looking around at potential acquirable assets before the trade deadline.

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The 20 greatest in-game traditions in MLB

Attending a Major League Baseball game can provide memories for all fans. However, in this day and age, that doesn't always come from what happens on the field.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / June 15

Today in Astros history - June 15

What happened today in team history? 1967 - Three for Wynn Against the San Francisco Giants, Houston Astros outfielder cranks three solo-shots to help lead to a 6-2 win.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / June 15

Watch: Astros Star Rookie Secures Win With First Career Walk-Off

The Houston Astros have rounded into one of the best teams in all of baseball over the past month, and they've done so with a roster that looks very different than the ones that led them to two World Series titles.

MLB News / Field Level Media / June 15

For ailing Astros, it's next man up against Twins

The Houston Astros continue to win despite being decimated by injuries. The latest example: a 3-2 walk-off victory over the Minnesota Twins on Saturday that clinched a win of a three-game home series and improved the Astros' record to 14-5 since May 24.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / June 14

Rumored Houston Astros Target Not Expected To Be Moved at Trade Deadline

The Houston Astros have bounced back from a tough start to the 2025 MLB campaign to take a commanding lead of the American League West. As they’ve begun to play themselves into becoming buyers at the trade deadline, the needs for the Astros are clear.

Cam Smith News / Field Level Media / June 14

Cam Smith, Astros walk off Twins in thriller

Rookie Cam Smith bounced a first-pitch, walk-off single into center field, and the Houston Astros topped the Minnesota Twins 3-2 on Saturday to secure the three-game series.

MLB News / Yardbarker / June 14

Astros remain AL's hottest team with walk-off win against Twins

The Houston Astros have lifted off.

Jose Altuve, Astros show true potential in win over Twins

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Hunter Brown News / Total Apex Sports / June 14

Houston Astros Starting Pitcher Hunter Brown Continues Great 2025 Season

Houston Astros Starting Pitcher Hunter Brown continued his great regular season this afternoon at home against the Minnesota Twins. He surrendered two earned runs over seven innings works and punched out 12.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / June 14

Houston Astros Could Address Lineup Needs by Trading with Miami Marlins

The Houston Astros have gone on one of the more surprising surges in baseball over the last few weeks. Despite suffering several blows to their starting rotation, with Spencer Arrighetti, Hayden Wesneski and Ronel Blanco all hitting the injured list, and their star designated hitter Yordan Alvarez being sidelined, the team is thriving.

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MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 14

Astros makes injury move before Twins clash

The Houston Astros made multiple roster moves ahead of Saturday’s Game 2 in their weekend series against the Minnesota Twins, responding to a new wave of injury concerns.

Jacob Melton News / Field Level Media / June 14

Astros place OF Jacob Melton (ankle) on injured list

The Houston Astros placed outfielder Jacob Melton on the 10-day injured list in one of five roster moves on Saturday. Melton, 24, sustained a sprained right ankle during Houston's 10-3 win over the Minnesota Twins on Friday.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / June 14

Astros Calling Up Outfielder Who Was Their Spring Training Standout

As the Houston Astros continue to play some great baseball, they have recently selected the contract of a player who will hopefully help them in the outfield.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / June 14

Today in Astros history - June 14

What happened today in team history? 1992 - Incaviglia’s career day Houston Astros outfielder Pete Incaviglia tied a club record with seven RBI to help his team beat the San Francisco Giants 15-7.

Cooper Hummel News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 14

Astros to select Cooper Hummel

The Astros will select the contract of outfielder/first baseman Cooper Hummel from Triple-A Sugar Land, according to KPRC 2’s Ari Alexander. Now in his second stint in the Astros organization, Hummel rejoined the club on a minor league deal last week.

Luis Guillorme News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 14

Astros to select veteran infielder

The Astros will select infielder Luis Guillorme onto the MLB roster tomorrow, reports Chandler Rome of The Athletic. Houston has an open 40-man roster spot after designating Forrest Whitley for assignment and trading him to Tampa Bay.

MLB News / Yardbarker / June 13

Jose Altuve, Astros show true potential in win over Twins

Is it possible that one of the most successful MLB franchises throughout the last decade is flying under the radar? Well, don't look now, but the Houston Astros are making a case as a legitimate contender for the American League pennant once again.

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