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Astros turn to RHP Hunter Brown and his history of success against Red Sox

Astros turn to RHP Hunter Brown and his history of success against Red Sox

The Houston Astros had to slug their way past the Los Angeles Angels in the final two contests of their season-opening four-game series, setting the stage for veteran right-hander Lance McCullers Jr.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / March 31
Jose Altuve, Yordan Alvarez Slugging Astros to Three-Game Winning Streak

Jose Altuve, Yordan Alvarez Slugging Astros to Three-Game Winning Streak

The Houston Astros are seeking redemption from their 2025 season. They fell stagnant in the final weeks and ended up not just losing the division title but missing the postseason entirely.

Houston Astros News / Last Word On Sports / March 31
2026 Houston Astros Season Prediction

2026 Houston Astros Season Prediction

The opening weekend of the MLB season is now past us, and baseball is officially in full swing. The 162-game grind for the Houston Astros is underway, and it is a pivotal one for the club in 2026.

Zach Cole News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 31
Astros’ Zach Cole Suffers Broken Toe

Astros’ Zach Cole Suffers Broken Toe

Astros outfielder Zach Cole broke a toe on his right foot while playing in a Triple-A game, reports Brian McTaggart of MLB.com. He was hit by a pitch from Rangers’ non-roster reliever Mason Thompson in the fourth inning on Sunday.

Pete Crow-Armstrong News / Yardbarker Quizzes
The 'Youngest MLB 30/30 seasons' quiz

The 'Youngest MLB 30/30 seasons' quiz

How many of the MLB players to hit 30 home runs and steal 30 bases in the same season before turning 25 years old can you name in five minutes?

The 'MLB 30/30 Club members' quiz
The 'MLB active hit leaders' quiz
The 'Last 100-RBI season by MLB team' quiz
Jose Altuve News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 30
Astros’ Jose Altuve flashes vintage form with 2 home runs vs. Red Sox

Astros’ Jose Altuve flashes vintage form with 2 home runs vs. Red Sox

Jose Altuve is aging rather gracefully for the Houston Astros, his struggles on the defensive side of the ball notwithstanding. On Monday night, Altuve scared off the Monday blues and flashed his vintage form in an 8-1 victory over the Boston Red Sox to move to 3-2 on the season.

Athletics News / Yardbarker
One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026

One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026

As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.

Red Sox to sign former Yankees relief pitcher ahead of Opening Day
MLB announces 80-game suspension for Johan Rojas
Mets star gets help from former teammate after clubhouse issues
Three comeback arms to watch in National League East
Five X factors in the AL Central
MLB News / Sport Relay / March 30

Red Sox Lose Series Opener to Astros

The Boston Red Sox lost Game One of their series against the Houston Astros, 8–1, Monday night at Daikin Park. Lance McCullers Jr. tossed a gem, going seven innings and allowing one run that was earned, on four hits while striking out nine hitters.

MLB News / Inside The Diamonds / March 31
MLB Game Recap: Altuve Has Big Day as Astros Dominate Red Sox

MLB Game Recap: Altuve Has Big Day as Astros Dominate Red Sox

The Boston Red Sox and Houston Astros played the first of their three-game series tonight at Daikin Park in Houston, TX. Ranger Suarez made his Red Sox debut as he was opposed by Lance McCullers Jr.

Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / March 30
Jose Altuve's 2 HRs, 4 hits power Astros to blowout of Red Sox

Jose Altuve's 2 HRs, 4 hits power Astros to blowout of Red Sox

Jose Altuve slugged two home runs and Lance McCullers Jr. carried a shutout bid into the seventh inning of his season debut as the Houston Astros claimed the opener of their three-game series with the visiting Boston Red Sox 8-1 on Monday.

Lance McCullers News / Yardbarker / March 30
Astros' Lance McCullers Jr. turns back the clock in win over Red Sox

Astros' Lance McCullers Jr. turns back the clock in win over Red Sox

It's been a long time since Houston Astros starting pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. looked this good.

Jose Altuve's two HRs, four hits power Astros to blowout of Red Sox
Reds' Chase Burns builds on last season's momentum in 2026 debut
Three dark horse AL MVP candidates who could surprise MLB this year
The 'Active 20-homer MLB season leaders' quiz
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / March 30
Astros Bullpen May Be On Edge After Rough Bryan Abreu Outings

Astros Bullpen May Be On Edge After Rough Bryan Abreu Outings

Opening Day weekend answered a few questions on the Houston Astros front. They faced the Los Angeles Angels in a 4-game series to star the 2026 campaign.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / March 30
2 Astros Hitters That Impressed During Opening Weekend

2 Astros Hitters That Impressed During Opening Weekend

The Houston Astros are off to a 2-2 start to their 2026 campaign following a series split with the Los Angeles Angels. The pitching staff wasn't spectacular, allowing 25 runs and 28 walks through four games.

Athletics News / Yardbarker
25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season

25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season

The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.

Cody Bolton News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 30
Astros Select Cody Bolton

Astros Select Cody Bolton

The Astros announced they’ve selected pitcher Cody Bolton onto the big league roster. Reliever Christian Roa has been optioned to Triple-A Sugar Land to open an active roster spot.

Houston Astros News / Last Word On Sports / March 30
Astros Split Opening Series with Angels: What Stood Out

Astros Split Opening Series with Angels: What Stood Out

The Houston Astros’ season is finally up and running. The season-opening four-game series against the Los Angeles Angels at Daikin Park did not start off

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The 'Rushing-TD leaders by NFL team' quiz
 The 'Rushing-TD leaders by NFL team' quiz
The 'Most Elite Eight appearances' quiz
 The 'Most Elite Eight appearances' quiz
The 'Nine three-pointer NBA games' quiz
 The 'Nine three-pointer NBA games' quiz
The 'Youngest MLB 30/30 seasons' quiz
 The 'Youngest MLB 30/30 seasons' quiz
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / March 30
Astros Ace Can’t Carry Rotation Alone as Starters Must Step Up

Astros Ace Can’t Carry Rotation Alone as Starters Must Step Up

Perhaps the most famous poetic verse associated with modern baseball is "Spahn and Sain, and pray for rain", a humorous reference to the 1940's Boston Braves' reliance on and lack of support for star pitchers Warren Spahn and Johnny Sain.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / March 30
Astros Rotation Check — Which Starters Bring Boom or Bust Potential

Astros Rotation Check — Which Starters Bring Boom or Bust Potential

The Houston Astros faced a brutal loss during the offseason when southpaw ace Framber Valdez found a new home with the Detroit Tigers. But amid the chaos, the Astros went to work in free agency and the trade market, intending to bolster their pitching staff, particularly their starting rotation.

Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 30
Why Astros will shock MLB world and win 2026 World Series

Why Astros will shock MLB world and win 2026 World Series

In 2026, no one thought that the Houston Astros would win anything. The Astros didn’t make the playoffs in 2025 for the first time since 2016 going 87-75 and missing the Wild Card spot by one game.

Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / March 30
'I was kind of nervous': Ex-Japanese star flops for Astros in MLB debut

'I was kind of nervous': Ex-Japanese star flops for Astros in MLB debut

Nerves got the best of Houston Astros right-hander Tatsuya Imai in his big-league debut Sunday. In a 9-7 win over the Los Angeles Angels, Imai pitched 2.2 innings, walking four.

Three dark horse AL MVP candidates who could surprise MLB this year
Yankees reportedly don't want to wait to land Pirates' Paul Skenes
Giants' Tony Vitello era gets off to historically poor start
Isaac Paredes News / Field Level Media / March 29
Isaac Paredes shines as Astros earn four-game split vs. Angels

Isaac Paredes shines as Astros earn four-game split vs. Angels

Isaac Paredes delivered a two-out, two-strike double in the eighth inning, and the Houston Astros earned a split of their four-game season-opening series against the visiting Los Angeles Angels with a 9-7 victory on Sunday.

Houston Astros News / Last Word On Sports / March 29
Three Takeaways From the Astros Current 2026 Roster

Three Takeaways From the Astros Current 2026 Roster

The Houston Astros are looking for a bounce-back season. After not making the postseason for the first time since 2016 last year, the Astros needed to

MLB News / Total Pro Sports / March 29
'Don’t Think They’re In Seattle’s Category' – MLB Analyst Tom Verducci Shares Thoughts On Houston Astros’ Playoff Chances

'Don’t Think They’re In Seattle’s Category' – MLB Analyst Tom Verducci Shares Thoughts On Houston Astros’ Playoff Chances

The Houston Astros enjoyed the franchise’s most glorious period over the past decade, with two World Series titles. However, the Astros missed out on a playoff spot last year with only a handful of their championship winners remaining on the team.

Tatsuya Imai News / Field Level Media / March 29
Tatsuya Imai to make debut as Astros seek series split vs. Angels

Tatsuya Imai to make debut as Astros seek series split vs. Angels

The highly anticipated major-league debut for Japanese right-hander Tatsuya Imai is set for Sunday afternoon when the Houston Astros host the Los Angeles Angels in the finale of their four-game series.

MLB News / Yardbarker / March 27
Angels' Mike Trout achieves career-first through two games

Angels' Mike Trout achieves career-first through two games

After a string of subpar seasons, Mike Trout has been red-hot to start 2026 and has actually already accomplished a first for his career just two games in. 

Mike Trout goes deep again as Angels knock off Astros
Yordan Alvarez bizarrely gets robbed of a potential HR by Daikin Park roof
How Carson Benge reacted to rough MLB debut en route to making some Mets history
Dodgers owner says the quiet part out loud in stunning take on MLB's parity issue
The 'MLB 400 home runs, 200 steals' quiz
Peter Lambert News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 27
Astros, Peter Lambert Agree To Minor League Deal

Astros, Peter Lambert Agree To Minor League Deal

The Astros are bringing back Peter Lambert on a minor league contract, as first reflected on the MLB.com transaction tracker. The righty will head to Triple-A Sugar Land.

Yordan Alvarez News / Just Baseball / March 27
Why Yordan Alvarez’s 2026 Could Make or Break the Astros

Why Yordan Alvarez’s 2026 Could Make or Break the Astros

Yordan Alvarez is undoubtedly the top hitter in the Houston Astros‘ lineup, and one of the best left-handed hitters in Major League Baseball today. That’s been backed up by his recent production, but the problem is he’s not always on the field.

Houston Astros News / Larry Brown Sports / March 26
Yordan Alvarez bizarrely gets robbed of a potential HR by Daikin Park roof

Yordan Alvarez bizarrely gets robbed of a potential HR by Daikin Park roof

Yordan Alvarez fell victim to his own ballpark during Thursday’s Opening Day. The Houston Astros slugger Alvarez came to bat in the first inning of his team’s season-opening matchup against the Los Angeles Angels at Daikin Park in Houston, Texas.

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