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On YouTubeHouston Astros News / CBSSports.com / February 13
MLB rumors: Cubs set to add veteran reliever, Astros and Blue Jays make trade
Here are the latest MLB rumors as spring training begins
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / February 13
“We’re Not Done.” Astros GM Hints More Trades Coming
Was today’s trade a precursor to another one coming soon? Today the Astros traded OF Jesus Sanchez to the Toronto Blue Jays for a former Astros fan favorite – OF Joey Loperfido.
The 'Live-Ball Era strikeout leaders' quiz
How many of the 36 MLB pitchers with 2,500 or more strikeouts in the Live-Ball Era (since 1920) can you name in five minutes?
Josh Hader News / ESPN / February 13
Astros' Hader playing catch after offseason injury
Astros closer Josh Hader played catch again Friday after the six-time All-Star left-hander dealt with biceps tendinitis while throwing bullpen sessions in the offseason.
25 MLB players who have the most to prove in 2026
The new MLB season brings opportunities as players head into their walk years and try to rebound from subpar performances. These 25 players stand out heading into 2026.
MLB News / Field Level Media / February 13
Blue Jays, Astros swap outfielders Joey Loperfido and Jesus Sanchez
The Astros and Blue Jays exchanged outfielders on Friday, with Houston acquiring Joey Loperfido from Toronto for Jesus Sanchez. This is a return to Houston for Loperfido, who was a seventh-round pick by the Astros in the 2021 MLB Draft.
MLB News / Yardbarker / February 13
Astros, Blue Jays swap Jesus Sanchez, Joey Loperfido in win-win trade
It's a win-win trade.
Tatsuya Imai News / Houston Astros on SI / February 13
Tatsuya Imai Chasing Single Goal as He Begins First Astros Spring Training
That buzz around Houston Astros spring training was the attention surrounding Japanese pitching superstar Tatsuya Imai. The franchise’s biggest free agent signing of the offseason went through his first bullpen on the first day that pitchers and catchers worked out at the team’s facility in West Palm Beach, Fla.
Framber Valdez News / Last Word On Sports / February 12
Framber Valdez’s Best Moments With the Astros
The Houston Astros upgraded their pitching staff over the offseason and certainly have a strong rotation for 2026. However, the Astros lost one of their best pitchers over the past five seasons in left-handed starter Framber Valdez. This wasn’t a surprise as Valdez was expected to move on right after the season ended.
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.
Carlos Correa News / Houston Astros on SI / February 12
Astros Rising Third Baseman Stands Out in Latest MLB Preseason Rankings
After spending seven consecutive seasons with the Houston Astros, infielder Carlos Correa found himself signing with the Minnesota Twins as a free agent in March 2022.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / February 12
Astros Infielder Sends Clear Message To Front Office About Future in Houston
For a good part of the offseason, there were a lot of trade rumors surrounding some Houston Astros infielders, mainly Isaac Paredes and Christian Walker.
Joe Espada News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 12
Astros manager Joe Espada drops ‘big dudes’ take on starting rotation
The Houston Astros just missed out on the playoffs last season after finishing with an 87-75 record. With some upgrades this offseason, it sounds like manager Joe Espada is excited for the 2026 campaign.
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / February 12
Astros Non-Roster Invitees to Watch During Spring Training
Baseball is back with pitchers and catchers reporting yesterday. With that, the Astros extended invites to some prospects that weren’t on the 40 man roster.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / February 12
Houston Astros Need Franchise Icon to Solidify Third Base in 2026
It's been a weird year and a half for the Houston Astros. They had to deal with the fallout of the disastrous José Abreu contract, which they then tried to fix by signing Christian Walker, whom they are looking to offload.
MLB News / Houston Astros on SI / February 12
Former Astros Teammates Reunite Together in Tigers Uniforms
Did anyone expect AJ Hinch, Justin Verlander, and Framber Valdez to be on the same team again? It's always a joy to see baseball coming full circle. Over six years ago, the Houston Astros were on the verge of culminating a near-decade long dynasty of dominance, something that they've managed to currently sustain through today.
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / February 11
Did Astros GM Dana Brown Fail the Offseason?
Injury concerns for Josh Hader and Yainer Diaz highlight roster inadequacies. I want to preface this with the following statements: I like Dana Brown and
Josh Hader News / Field Level Media / February 11
Astros closer Josh Hader (biceps) uncertain for Opening Day
Houston Astros closer Josh Hader's availability for Opening Day is in doubt because the left-hander is dealing with biceps soreness, manager Joe Espada told reporters Wednesday.
Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / February 11
Astros make big decision concerning Opening Day
Over a month before the first pitch of the 2026 MLB season, the Houston Astros have announced a major decision.
Isaac Paredes News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 10
Astros Continue To Seek Left-Handed Outfielder In Paredes Talks
Astros pitchers and catchers report to Spring Training tomorrow. The team’s roster remains jumbled as camp is soon to get underway. They’re still heavily right-handed and have an arguable surplus of infielders with an unimposing outfield mix.
Josh Hader News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 9
Astros’ Josh Hader gets promising update after shoulder injury ended 2025 season
Pitchers and catchers are set to report to their clubs this week, and for the Houston Astros, they get some positive news on the injury front as MLB spring training begins.
Houston Astros News / Athlon Sports / February 9
Astros Lose MiLB Player to Retirement Amid MLB Offseason
The Houston Astros are looking to capitalize on the remaining strength of their current core. While Houston features plenty of young talent, the group that defined the last era of Astros baseball is beginning to thin out, with several players departing in free agency and franchise legends aging, including second baseman Jose Altuve.
Isaac Paredes News / Yardbarker / February 8
Houston Astros getting plenty of interest in Isaac Paredes
The Houston Astros have a logjam in their infield. Infielder Isaac Paredes currently does not have a set position in Houston. Infielder Carlos Correa was re-acquired at the 2025 trade deadline after Paredes landed on the Injured List due to a strained right hamstring.
Houston Astros News / Total Pro Sports / February 8
Five MLB Teams Have Strong Interest In Astros’ All-Star Slugger
The Houston Astros lost their perch at the top of the American League West after missing out on a playoff spot for the first time since 2016. They are in a rebuild mode with only a handful of members remaining from the 2022 World Series-winning roster.
Houston Astros News / Just Baseball / February 7
Which Houston Astros Top Prospects Could Contribute in 2026?
The Houston Astros are pretty well known at this point for having one of the weaker farm systems in the game, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t some useful pieces that will make an impact on the big league club.
Houston Astros News / Last Word On Sports / February 6
Latest on the Astros Infield Situation
February is already upon us, and that means baseball season is around the corner. Spring training will start in a couple of weeks, and it will be a very
Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 6
Astros GM Dana Brown continues to downplay possibility of trade involving infielders
The Astros have seemingly had too many infielders all winter but general manager Dana Brown has consistently downplayed the possibility of a trade, doing so again this week.
Framber Valdez News / Larry Brown Sports / February 3
Framber Valdez linked to one new contender in free-agent rumors
Framber Valdez may be going from a multi-time AL pennant winner to the reigning AL pennant winner.
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