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On YouTubeHouston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / October 27
Will the pitch challenge system change our evaluation of Astros’ catchers? 
After four years of experimentation in the minor leagues, MLB will allow teams to challenge umpires’ ball-strike calls based on the results of an automated system.
Houston Astros News / Viral Sports News / October 26
Houston Astros Linked Once Again to Star Slugger Before Free Agency
The Houston Astros wasted no time kicking off their offseason, inking former first-round pick Nate Pearson to bolster the bullpen. Yet the bigger buzz surrounds a potential splash at the plate.
Joe Espada News / Houston Astros on SI / October 26
Assessing Joe Espada’s Work in Second Season as Astros Manager
The Houston Astros saw their eight-season streak of making the playoffs come to an end in 2025. Naturally, people are looking for someone to blame. Both
The 'ALCS MVPs' quiz
MLB has been awarding the American League Championship Series MVP Award since the 1980 season. How many of the winners in that time can you name in six minutes?
Zach Cole News / Houston Astros on SI / October 26
Zach Cole Had 'Eye-Catching' Minor League Numbers Before Astros Promotion
The Houston Astros believed they were going to see one of their young outfielders have a breakout this season, but nobody imagined it would come from Zach Cole during the waning weeks of the campaign.
25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series
Among the countless Hall of Famers who never experienced the joy of winning a World Series, there are several notable legends who stand out. Here's our list of the 25 greatest.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / October 25
Four Worst Astros Moves That Led to Missing Playoffs in 2025
The Houston Astros missed the playoffs for the first time since the 2016 season. Some of that was just other teams playing better. Some of that was due to the Astros.
MLB News / Sporting News / October 25
Former White Sox pitcher linked to the Astros in free agency
The Astros could take a chance on this pitcher after a turnaround season.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / October 25
Could Astros Reunite With Justin Verlander Once Again?
One clear thing the Houston Astros have to address this offseason is their starting rotation. This year, despite having Framber Valdez and Hunter Brown leading the unit, they finished with an ERA of 3.97 that had them tied for 13th across Major League Baseball.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / October 24
Astros Top 10 Prospect Has Had Strong Start in Arizona Fall League
The Houston Astros have done an exceptional job over the last 12 months of building up a farm system that was drained after acquiring veterans in trades to extend their contention window.
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / October 24
Who To Keep: Mauricio Dubón or Ramón Urías?
You could certainly argue that the Astros have an expensive yet inefficient roster. And I would agree with that assessment. Including projected raises in arbitration, the organization is projected to have around $16 million under the first tax threshold of $244 million for the upcoming 2026 season.
Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / October 25
Three questions facing the Houston Astros this offseason
With the Astros having plenty of holes on the roster, there is plenty of work to be done this offseason.
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.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / October 24
Astros Have a Sneaky Good Free Agent Option for Rotation Depth
All eyes this offseason will be on Houston Astros free agent pitcher Framber Valdez. He is going to be a coveted pitcher in free agency by some of the contenders, and a return to the Astros is not a given by any means.
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / October 24
Astros Breakout Prospects in 2025
Breakout prospects are one of the most exciting parts of minor league baseball. Watching a player rise from unranked status to a top-10 prospect within a year is always fascinating and it’s something that seems to happen often in the Astros’ system.
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / October 24
Houston Astros Boil: October 24, 2025
Houston Astros News Injuries and roster moves Springer talks about 2017 ahead of WS (DN) Astros linked to Alcántara (YS) Peña stunned by Silver Slugger
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / October 24
Jeremy Peña Had Career Year Proving Himself as Astros MVP for 2025
The Houston Astros asked rookie Jeremy Peña to do the impossible, replace franchise icon Carlos Correa as a rookie. At 24-years-old, he exceeded expectations with a five bWAR season and a World Series MVP.
Jake Meyers News / Houston Astros on SI / October 23
Jake Meyers Remains Steady Force in Center Field for Houston Astros
The Houston Astros have, for the first time in a long time, experienced quite a bit of roster turnover in the past year or two. From trading Kyle Tucker to losing Alex Bregman and likely Framber Valdez this offseason, much of that World Series winning team from 2022 is gone.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / October 23
Astros' Linked to National League Free Agent Pitcher For Rotation Depth
One big storyline surrounding the Houston Astros this offseason is going to be what happens with ace pitcher Framber Valdez in free agency. It feels like his time with the Astros is going to end this winter, and if it does, the front office will need to figure out how they are going to replace him.
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / October 23
Houston Astros Boil: October 23, 2025
Houston Astros News Injuries and roster moves Astros survey Maldonado says he wants to be a manager Mallicoat passes away (HC) Mets talk to Snitker about
Hunter Brown News / Houston Astros on SI / October 23
Hunter Brown Emerges as Astros’ Ace Amid Possible Free Agency Shakeup
Since they were re-introduced to competitive baseball a decade ago, the Houston Astros have been known as a team that mashes. Rightfully so, as they've produced superstars like Carlos Correa, Alex Bregman, Yordan Alvarez and Kyle Tucker.
Houston Astros News / Last Word On Sports / October 22
How the Astros Defense Still Shined in 2025
Although the Houston Astros’ 2025 season did not go as planned, missing the postseason for the first time since 2016, their defense remained elite all year.
MLB News / Yardbarker / October 20
Four prospects standing out in the Arizona Fall League
The Arizona Fall League season is nearing its midpoint, with several standouts making their MLB teams notice.
Martin Maldonado News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 18
World Series-winning catcher announces MLB retirement
After 15 Major League seasons, Martin Maldonado is retiring from baseball. The 39-year-old catcher made the official announcement today via his Instagram page, thanking his family, the fans, teammates, coaches, and many others who helped him live his dream.
Nate Pearson News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 17
Astros sign potential starting pitcher to one-year deal
The Houston Astros have inked right-hander Nate Pearson to a one-year, $1.35M deal, reported Chandler Rome of The Athletic. Pearson is expected to work as a starter for the Astros.
Houston Astros News / Last Word On Sports / October 16
Analyzing the Astros Coaching Changes
It was an extremely disappointing 2025 season for the Houston Astros, as the club failed to reach the postseason for the first time since 2016. With their worst season in nearly a decade, the Astros and owner Jim Crane are not playing around.
Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 9
Astros make several changes to coaching staff, front office
GM Dana Brown and manager Joe Espada are sticking around, but that doesn’t mean the Astros aren’t making big changes. The team is parting ways with hitting
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