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On YouTubeHouston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / April 30
Houston Astros Call Up Top Prospect, Will Make His MLB Debut on Wednesday
The Houston Astros were looking for somebody to make a start for them on Wednesday against the Detroit Tigers. This is because Hayden Wesneski lost some velocity in his last start.
The 'Most 40 home run seasons in MLB history' quiz
How many of the 50 MLB players with three or more 40 home run seasons can you name in six minutes?
A.J. Blubaugh News / Field Level Media / April 30
Astros' AJ Blubaugh set for big-league debut vs. Tigers
Detroit Tigers right-hander Jackson Jobe, set for the seventh outing of his major league career, will be the more experienced starter on the mound when he faces the host Houston Astros on Wednesday afternoon.
A.J. Blubaugh News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 30
Astros to promote top pitching prospect for MLB debut
A seventh-round pick from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee in the 2022 draft, he has turned in a 4.02 ERA over 268 1/3 minor league innings.
MLB News / Field Level Media / April 29
Astros rally past Tigers to earn series win
Yainer Diaz produced a go-ahead, two-run single in the sixth inning, and the Houston Astros tacked on three runs an inning later to rally past the visiting Detroit Tigers 6-4 on Tuesday.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / April 29
Former Houston Astros Fan Favorite’s Career in Jeopardy After DFA by Padres
A former Houston Astros fan favorite and two-time World Series champion's career is now up in the air after being designated for assignment by the San Diego Padres.
Jose Altuve News / Athlon Sports / April 29
Jose Altuve Sends Clear Message to Astros About Key Player's Future
The start to the MLB season has been very interesting, especially in the AL West. Four of the teams in the division are within 1.5 games of each other and it looks like it will continue to stay competitive as we get through the 2025 season.
Ronel Blanco News / Crawfish Boxes / April 29
Ronel Blanco’s Future Role 
A six-man rotation might be necessary for a notable portion of May, but Ronel Blanco’s future role could look different past that point if certain performance trends continue.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / April 29
Houston Astros Bullpen Has Surprisingly Been Greatest Strength This Season
Despite a slow start to the season, the Houston Astros have been playing much better of late and are right in the mix in the American League West. Coming into the year, there was a lot of uncertainty surrounding the Astros.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / April 29
Houston Astros Emerging Ace Looks To Be All-Star Game Shoo-In With Dominant Start
To the surprise of probably no one, the Houston Astros have steadied things out after a shaky start to the 2025 MLB regular season. That has become their MO over the last few years, starting painfully slow out of the gate to eventually find their form near the end of April and kick things into another gear.
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / April 29
Today in Astros history - April 29
What happened today in team history? 1974 - Lee May day With two home runs in the ninth inning to help propel the Astros to an 18-2 win over the Chicago White Sox, Houston Astros infielder Lee May capped off a 5-5 day to help lead the team to a 16-run margin.
Houston Astros News / Fastball on SI / April 29
Houston Astros' Righty Doing Things Not Seen Over Last Decade of Team History
The Houston Astros beat the Detroit Tigers 8-5 on Monday night at Daikin Park. With the win, Houston is now 15-13 and in second place in the American League West.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / April 29
Houston Astros Slugger Has Been Shocking Disappointment to Start Season
The Houston Astros getting off to a 14-13 start in the 2025 MLB regular season is a pretty impressive feat when taking into consideration all of the obstacles they have had to overcome.
Jose Altuve News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 29
Astros’ Jeremy Peña reacts to Jose Altuve’s support for contract extension
The Houston Astros have a history of keeping homegrown stars, and Jose Altuve is making sure Jeremy Peña remains a part of that tradition. After a public statement from the ‘Stros star calling for a long-term extension for Peña, the young shortstop responded with humility and gratitude, showing just how much Houston means to him.
Ryan Gusto News / Field Level Media / April 29
Astros turn to Ryan Gusto in bid for series win vs. Tigers
The Houston bullpen entered this three-game series with the Detroit Tigers leading the American League with a 2.64 ERA, and when the need arose to protect a slim margin, Astros relievers again answered the bell.
MLB News / Field Level Media / April 28
Astros power past early deficit, down Tigers 8-5
Christian Walker and Jose Altuve socked two-run home runs, and the Houston Astros rallied from an early three-run deficit to defeat the visiting Detroit Tigers 8-5 in the opener of a three-game series Monday.
Jose Altuve News / Larry Brown Sports / April 28
Jose Altuve makes big request of Astros
Jose Altuve continues to shake up the Etch-A-Sketch this season. The Houston Astros star Altuve was notably absent from his longtime leadoff spot during Monday’s game against the Detroit Tigers.
Yordan Alvarez News / Fastball on SI / April 28
Yordan Alvarez Moves Up Impressive List in Houston Astros History with Sunday Blast
The Houston Astros got back over .500 on Sunday afternoon, beating the Kansas City Royals 7-3 at Kauffman Stadium. With the win, the Astros are 14-13 entering play on Monday.
Kaleb Ort News / Athlon Sports / April 28
Astros Share Unfortunate Update on Former No. 1 Prospect
The Houston Astros activated right-handed reliever Kaleb Ort from the 15-day injured list, and placed a former top prospect back on the IL in a corresponding
Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 27
Astros activate Kaleb Ort, place Forrest Whitley on 15-day IL
The Astros activated right-hander Kaleb Ort from the 15-day injured list on Sunday and placed righty Forrest Whitley on the 15-day IL (retroactive to April 24) in the corresponding move.
Houston Astros News / Inside The Diamonds / April 27
Houston Astros Roster Moves 4/27/25
The Houston Astros will try and avoid the sweep when they take on the Kansas City Royals this afternoon. The Astros are 13-13 on the year and have won six of their last 10 games.
Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 25
Astros’ Lance McCullers Jr. takes big step in injury recovery
Lance McCullers Jr. surrendered seven runs in Game 3 of the 2022 World Series, allowing a Fall Classic-record five home runs in just 4 1/3 innings. That was his last MLB start before undergoing surgery to repair a flexor tendon.
Framber Valdez News / Athlon Sports / April 25
Rival Teams Urged Not to Trade for Astros All-Star Framber Valdez
Despite trading All-Star outfielder Kyle Tucker over the offseason, the Houston Astros opted to also run it back with veteran starting pitcher Framber Valdez.
Cam Smith News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 23
Astros considering significant change involving Cam Smith
The Astros are considering some time in center field for Cam Smith, reports Chandler Rome of The Athletic.
MLB News / Yardbarker / April 21
Padres star Luis Arraez stretchered off field after scary collision
San Diego Padres star Luis Arraez had to be removed from Sunday night's game on a stretcher following a scary collision with Houston Astros second baseman Mauricio Dubon.
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