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Why is Houston Astros Star Being Scratched for Game Against White Sox?

The Houston Astros are gearing up for another contest against the Chicago White Sox on Saturday after dropping the first game of the series 7-3. The Astros have released their lineup for Saturday's contest, and they will be trying to bounce back without the help of slugger Yordan Alvarez.

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Today in Astros history - May 3

What happened today in team history? 1974 - Nude fans take the field During a game against the St Louis Cardinals, two female fans stormed onto the field naked and streaked during the seventh-inning stretch.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / May 3

Houston Astros Franchise Icon Records Milestone Play at New Position

It’s hard to find something that Houston Astros franchise icon Jose Altuve hasn’t done in his long career. He’s a two-time World Series champion. He’s won an American League MVP.

Hunter Brown News / Field Level Media / May 3

Astros look for ace Hunter Brown to cool off White Sox

After collecting consecutive victories for just the second time this season, the host Chicago White Sox are bracing for a significant challenge Saturday in their bid to win three in a row.

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The 'American and National League strikeout leaders since 2000' quiz

How many of the league leaders in K's for both the American and National Leagues since the 2000 MLB season can you name in five minutes?

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / May 2

Pitching Staff Falters, Astros Lose 7-3 to White Sox

Tayler Scott was one of the feel-good stories for the Astros last season. He was also one of the team’s best relievers for the first four months of the 2025 campaign before regressing in the second half.

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Which 19 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?

The only two things rarer in modern-day baseball than the four-homer game is the Triple Crown and the unassisted triple play. The former is, of course, done over an entire season, while there's a large level of lucky in the unassisted triple play.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / May 2

Has Houston Astros World Series Star Revitalized His Career With Hot Start to Season?

The Houston Astros have somewhat found their stride in the past few series, putting themselves in a good position among the other teams in their division.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / May 2

MLB Executives Across the League Have Been Impressed with This Houston Astros Star

The Houston Astros haven’t had a ton to get their fans excited about over the first month of the 2025 MLB regular season. This past offseason was a tough one with all of the talent that departed, setting the stage for another slow start.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / May 2

Houston Astros Shuffle Up Pitching Staff With Key Reliever Set To Make Return

The Houston Astros have been busy shaking up their roster this week, with the biggest news being that Lance McCullers Jr. will be taking the mound on Sunday against the Chicago White Sox.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / May 2

Houston Astros Lineup Given Atrocious Ranking Among MLB Teams to Start Season

Houston Astros' slow starts have become as synonymous with April as Tax Day. No one looks forward to it, but you know it's coming and just have to deal with it.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / May 2

MLB Insider's Pick For Houston Astros April All-Star May Come as a Surprise

The Houston Astros are 16-14 heading into Friday and they have a run differential of just +13. The team has had some struggles this year, both on the mound and at the plate.

Cam Smith News / Houston Astros on SI / May 2

Houston Astros Rising Star Featured in First Episode of ‘Road to the Stros’

The rise of Cam Smith from prospect to Major League rookie was one of the most exciting parts of the Houston Astros’ offseason. Now, with the season a month old, the Astros have released the first episode of their “Road to the Stros” series and it features Smith.

Houston Astros News / Athlon Sports / April 30

Former Astros All-Star Set to Return After Long Injury Hiatus

For the first time since November of 2022, Houston Astros first-round talent and 2017 All-Star Lance McCullers Jr. will retake the mound for his MLB franchise.

Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / April 30

Astros pitcher breaks silence on long-awaited return

Astros one-time All-Star pitcher breaks silence on long-awaited return

Houston Astros pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. hasn't played since Game 3 of the 2022 World Series.

Braves' Chris Sale may have turned the corner in loss to Rockies

Angels share update on three-time AL MVP Mike Trout's latest injury

Phillies All-Star pitcher to make season debut on Sunday

Marlins outfielder expected to miss remainder of 2025 season

Nationals manager reveals injury update on Paul DeJong after HBP

A.J. Blubaugh News / Minor League Baseball on SI / April 30

Houston Astros Prospect Makes Major League Debut - and History - on Wednesday

Houston Astros prospect AJ Blubaugh made some unique history on Wednesday during his major league debut. Pitching against the Detroit Tigers, Blubaugh became the first pitcher from Wisconsin-Milwaukee to make the big leagues.

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Houston Astros News / Last Word On Sports / April 30

Astros Call Up Promising Arm to Join Pitching Corps

The Houston Astros announced to reporters, including Chandler Rome of The Athletic, that pitching prospect AJ Blubaugh will make his major league debut on Wednesday afternoon against the Detroit Tigers.

Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 30

Astros to activate Lance McCullers Jr. this weekend

The Astros are planning to reinstate right-hander Lance McCullers Jr. from the injured list this weekend, the team announced to reporters Wednesday (link via Chandler Rome of The Athletic).

Houston Astros News / Just Baseball / April 30

The Astros’ Pitching Will Be Key to Winning the AL West

Folks, we are about to wrap up the month of April and the first month (or so) of games in the 2025 MLB season was fantastic. This is especially true for fans of the Houston Astros, who entered the year thinking their team’s incredible dynastic run was coming to an end.

A.J. Blubaugh News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 30

Astros to promote top pitching prospect for MLB debut

A seventh-round pick from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee in the 2022 draft, he has turned in a 4.02 ERA over 268 1/3 minor league innings.

Jose Altuve makes big request of Astros

Team-by-team AL MVPs: Why Yankees' Max Fried, six other pitchers get the nod

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The 'MLB franchise all-time saves leaders' quiz

Jose Altuve News / Athlon Sports / April 29

Jose Altuve Sends Clear Message to Astros About Key Player's Future

The start to the MLB season has been very interesting, especially in the AL West. Four of the teams in the division are within 1.5 games of each other and it looks like it will continue to stay competitive as we get through the 2025 season.

Houston Astros News / Fastball on SI / April 29

Houston Astros' Righty Doing Things Not Seen Over Last Decade of Team History

The Houston Astros beat the Detroit Tigers 8-5 on Monday night at Daikin Park. With the win, Houston is now 15-13 and in second place in the American League West.

Jose Altuve News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 29

Astros’ Jeremy Peña reacts to Jose Altuve’s support for contract extension

The Houston Astros have a history of keeping homegrown stars, and Jose Altuve is making sure Jeremy Peña remains a part of that tradition. After a public statement from the ‘Stros star calling for a long-term extension for Peña, the young shortstop responded with humility and gratitude, showing just how much Houston means to him.

Jose Altuve News / Larry Brown Sports / April 30