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On YouTubeA.J. Blubaugh News / Sporting News / August 23
Astros call up AJ Blubaugh from Triple-A 
Astros re-call pitcher AJ Blubaugh after making his Major League debut earlier this season.
Houston Astros News / Sporting News / August 23
Astros' Lance McCullers Jr. is close to 'being in a really great spot'
Astros' Lance McCullers Jr. didn't pitch lights out in his first start back from injury, but he doesn't think he's far away.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / August 23
Astros Star Struggles in Return but Feels He's 'Not Super Far Away' From Improving
On Friday, the Houston Astros got a key member of their rotation back when Lance McCullers Jr. was activated off the injured list. He was the first of
The 'MLB franchise home run leaders' quiz
How many of the career leaders in home runs for every MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / August 23
Jeremy Peña Sets The Tone Early, Astros Win 10-7 Against Orioles
The bats bailed out the pitching staff for a nice change of pace. For the first half of the season, the Astros’ best attribute was their run prevention capabilities.
Which MLB teams have the longest World Series droughts?
Here is every MLB team’s current title drought, though obviously for some of them “drought” is an overstatement.
Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 22
Astros’ Jeremy Peña gives fan unforgettable souvenir with 3-run homer
The Houston Astros kicked off a weekend series against the Baltimore Orioles with a bang. Houston had to live without Jeremy Peña for a long stretch thanks to a lower body injury, but the shortstop made a statement early on Friday night.
Carlos Correa News / Houston Astros on SI / August 22
Astros Star Carlos Correa Reportedly Had Been 'Clamoring' for Move to Third Base
The Houston Astros pulled off what was the most shocking move of the trade deadline list year; acquiring their former superstar Carlos Correa from the Minnesota Twins.
Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / August 22
Jesus Sanchez needs to be consistent to help Astros get back on track
If the Houston Astros needed a pick-me-up on Thursday, they got one from outfielder Jesús Sánchez. Sánchez entered the Astros game against the Baltimore Orioles, wallowing with a 0-for-27 hitless skid.
Lance McCullers News / Athlon Sports / August 22
Lance McCullers' Return Comes With Bad News for Astros
Lance McCullers Jr. is set to make his return to the Houston Astros rotation after dealing with a right finger blister that has sidelined him for the past month.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / August 22
Who Is Astros Most Indispensable Player Heading Down Final Stretch of Season?
The Houston Astros have been hit incredibly hard by injuries throughout the 2025 MLB regular season, but have consistently been able to overcome the obstacles.
Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 22
Astros’ Lance McCullers Jr. set for return vs. Orioles
Bend don’t break. The Houston Astros (70-58) have lived these words for much of the last month. They were swept on their home field versus the Athletics and dropped a three-game set to the Boston Red Sox in Fenway Park before winning six of their next nine games.
25 Negro Leaguers every baseball fan should know
Here is a look at 25 of the greatest performers in the distinguished (and varied) history of Negro League baseball.
MLB News / Houston Astros on SI / August 22
Astros Mentioned As Surprise Trade Suitor for Diamondbacks All-Star
The Houston Astros have once again cemented their status as one of the best teams in baseball, overcoming a major loss of talent this offseason to sit atop the American League West.
Houston Astros News / Total Apex Sports / August 22
Houson Astros Sign 9-Time MLB All-Star
Houston, we have… a solution? The Houston Astros, in a move that screams “we need an arm, any arm, right now,” have reportedly agreed to a deal with veteran reliever Craig Kimbrel.
Houston Astros News / Last Word On Sports / August 21
Report: Astros Signing Veteran All-Star Reliever
The Houston Astros bullpen has struggled recently, especially with the shoulder capsule injury to All-Star closer Josh Hader. But it got a boost on Thursday
MLB News / Field Level Media / August 21
Strong start helps Astros snap losing streak vs. Orioles
Christian Walker and Yainer Diaz smacked two-run home runs as the Houston Astros ambushed a pitcher who had baffled them less than a week earlier, defeating the host Baltimore Orioles 7-2 on Thursday night in the opener of a four-game series.
Craig Kimbrel News / Yardbarker / August 22
Craig Kimbrel lands with World Series contender after latest release
Craig Kimbrel is hoping to make an impact with an MLB team down the stretch, and a World Series contender is giving the former All-Star reliever a shot.
Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 21
Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 21
Astros outright Jordan Weems
The Astros have assigned right-hander Jordan Weems outright to Triple-A Sugar Land, according to the transactions tracker on Weems’s MLB.com profile page.
Houston Astros News / Last Word On Sports / August 20
Astros Rotation Gets Major Boost with Two Key Starters Returning
After a successful rehab start with the Sugar Land Space Cowboys, Houston Astros starter Lance McCullers Jr. has returned to the big league team. McCullers will make his first start back with Houston on Friday against the Baltimore Orioles.
Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / August 20
Astros offense remains anemic after being swept by Tigers
Watching the Houston Astros play baseball recently has been painful, especially for their fans.
Taylor Trammell News / Field Level Media / August 20
Astros OF Taylor Trammell carted off field vs. Tigers
Houston Astros center fielder Taylor Trammell was carted off the field after crashing into the wall during the first inning of Wednesday's game against the host Detroit Tigers.
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.
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 / Field Level Media / August 17
Astros' Yordan Alvarez to begin rehab assignment Tuesday
Houston Astros slugger Yordan Alvarez will begin a rehab assignment for Double-A Corpus Christi on Tuesday, manager Joe Espada said on Sunday. Per Espada, Alvarez will play "a few games" and serve as the Hooks' designated hitter Tuesday as he works his way back from a fractured right hand that has sidelined him for approximately 3 1/2 months.
Josh Hader News / Larry Brown Sports / August 16
Josh Hader injury news gets worse for Astros
The Houston Astros are facing the possibility of being without Josh Hader for at least the remainder of the regular season. Hader spoke to the media on Saturday and revealed more bad news about his shoulder injury.
Josh Hader News / Larry Brown Sports / August 15
Astros announce rough injury news about Josh Hader
The Houston Astros on Friday announced some rough injury news surrounding Josh Hader. Hader has a left shoulder capsule sprain, the Astros announced. The relief pitcher will not throw for the next three weeks while trying to rehabilitate his injury.
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