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Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / August 20

Houston Astros Boil: August 20, 2025

Houston Astros News Injuries and roster moves Recap Astros designate Scott (TR) Houston calls up Vanway for debut (HC) Yordan makes rehab start in Corpus

Houston Astros News / Fastball on SI / August 20

Houston Astros Make History Not Seen in 40 Years with Offensive Ineptitude

The Houston Astros suffered another gut punch loss on Tuesday night, dropping a 1-0 affair against the Detroit Tigers in 10-innings at Comerica Park. The loss put Houston at 69-57 on the season, but they are still 1.5 games ahead of the Seattle Mariners in the American League West.

MLB News / Athlon Sports / August 20

Houston Astros Extend Unfortunate Streak With Loss to Detroit Tigers

The Houston Astros have been one of the more interesting teams in Major League Baseball this season. While they currently stand atop the American League West division, with a record of 69-57, a deeper dive into their team statistics tells an intriguing story.

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Yordan Alvarez News / Larry Brown Sports / August 20

Yordan Alvarez shares injury update amid Astros’ offensive tailspin

Yordan Alvarez is gearing up for his return exactly when the Houston Astros need him most. Alvarez has played just 29 games for the Astros this season, last suiting up for a May 2 contest against the Chicago White Sox.

Houston Astros News / Last Word On Sports / August 19

Astros Continue Slump Despite Star Shortstop’s Return

The Houston Astros and their fans were expecting a turnaround in performance after the trade deadline a couple of weeks back. That has not been the case so far.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / August 19

Astros Fail to Score in Third Straight Game. Fall to Tigers 1-0 in Extras

I’d rather watch a soccer game in slow motion than the recent version of the Astros. At least in even the most boring soccer match, they score a goal or two.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / August 19

Astros Oft-Injured Star Set To Make His Return on Friday

The Houston Astros have dealt with injuries on both sides of the ball in 2025, but the pitching has had it worse. They've spent the majority of the season without stars like Cristian Javier, Ronel Blanco and Hayden Wesneski.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / August 19

Astros Part Ways With Pitcher After Brutal Performance in His Last Outing

The Houston Astros are searching for consistency across the board when it comes to their roster. Everything has felt like a revolving door this season because of injuries, with key player after key player being placed on the shelf throughout the campaign that has made it hard for the team as a whole to get a rhythm.

Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 19

Astros designate righty for assignment a day after selecting him

The Astros have designated right-hander Tayler Scott for assignment, per Matt Kawahara of the Houston Chronicle. Righty Logan VanWey has been recalled as the corresponding move.

Tarik Skubal News / Houston Astros on SI / August 19

Astros Ace in Pitching Duel of the Year Against Tigers Superstar Tarik Skubal

The Houston Astros are going to be involved in one of the marquee pitching duels of the season on Tuesday night when they try to avenge their series opening loss against the Detroit Tigers.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / August 19

Astros Future Players of the Week: August 12-17

Below are a couple prospects that stood out both at the plate and on the mound in the last week of baseball. Cole has been on this list a bunch this season.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / August 19

Will This Astros Player Be Face of Their Franchise in 2028?

What the Houston Astros have done for the better part of the last 10 years has been incredible. Putting together a modern day dynasty in the American League

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / August 19

Houston Astros Boil: August 19, 2025

Houston Astros News Injuries and roster moves Recap Astros select Scott (TR) Houston’s bats have seemingly disappeared (HC) After three shutouts, the Astros

MLB News / Houston Astros on SI / August 19

Astros Drop First Game of High Stakes Series with Tigers in Disastrous Fashion

The Houston Astros knew going into their series with the Detroit Tigers that the stakes were high. This was a time to prove that they could take on one of the top teams in the American League and compete.

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Carlos Correa News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 19

Astros’ Carlos Correa drops defiant take after brutal shutout vs. Tigers worsens slump

The Houston Astros remain in control in the AL West standings, but the past few games have not exactly been indicative of their play all year. In fact, they have been flat-out bad over their past four games.

Yordan Alvarez News / Last Word On Sports / August 18

One of Baseball’s Most Feared Hitters Nearing a Return

The Houston Astros continue to get missing pieces back for the final stretch of the season as they look to once again win the American League West for the eighth time in nine years.

Houston Astros News / Last Word On Sports / August 18

What Closer’s Latest Injury Means for the Houston Astros

While the Houston Astros continue to get healthier with the stretch run of the regular season in full swing, yet another injury has gotten in the way of their division crown hopes.

Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 17