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There Is One Factor Holding the Astros Back From Being a True Contender This Season

It has been a bit of an inconsistent start to the season for the Houston Astros, who are trying to remain a top team in the American League. Coming into the year, there was a lot of question marks for the Astros based on what they did in the offseason.

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Today in Astros history - May 9

What happened today in team history? 1979 - Cards dugout gets thrown out After protesting a call made by substitute umpire Dave Pallone by throwing helmets and bats, the entire bench for the St.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / May 9

Four Potential Trade Candidates Astros Should Monitor Ahead of Deadline

The Houston Astros offense has been off to quite the slow start this season, ranking tied for 16th in MLB with a team wRC+ of just 96. While the pitching looks like it could carry them quite a ways, it would also make sense for them to invest into the offense to bring in another impact bat.

Jeremy Pena News / Field Level Media / May 9

Jeremy Pena, Astros aim for fast start against Reds

With only 90 career walks in 1,842 plate appearances entering this season, Astros shortstop Jeremy Pena seemed an unlikely candidate to find a home atop the Houston batting order.

Jacob deGrom News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'American and National League strikeout leaders since 2000' quiz

How many of the league leaders in K's for both the American and National Leagues since the 2000 MLB season can you name in five minutes?

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / May 9

Photo surfaces of Pope Leo XIV attending World Series in 2005

Pope Leo XIV continues to pass the vibe check.

Pope Leo XIV's three surprising connections to the sports world

Sports fans all said the same thing about the new pope

Chicago Cubs made embarrassing blunder celebrating Pope Leo XIV

Chicago Bears get clowned after the election of Pope Leo XIV

Spike Lee reacts to the new pope having ties to the Knicks

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / May 8

Astros Veteran Outfielder Has Found His Stride in 2025, Both Hitting and Fielding

The Houston Astros have had an immensely intriguing start to their 2025 campaign, with an 18-18 record putting them in third place among the American League West, it is clear that they have had some ups and downs.

Tayler Scott News / Crawfish Boxes / May 8

Tayler Scott Pitching Himself Out of The Circle of Trust

In a bullpen led by Josh Hader, Ryan Pressly, and Bryan Abreu, Tayler Scott was arguably the most effective reliever for the Astros through July last season.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / May 8

Astros Receiving Shockingly Poor Production From Key Spot in Batting Order

There has been a lot of contributing factors to the Houston Astros painfully slow start to the 2025 MLB regular season. The biggest culprit at this point is their lineup.

Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 8

What Astros’ Joe Espada said about Yordan Alvarez injury after MRI

As Houston Astros star Yordan Alvarez is on the injured list due to a strained muscle in the top of his right hand, the concern now from fans is how severe the issue is for his availability.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / May 8

MLB Executive Predicts that Astros Will Trade Fan Favorite Valdez at Deadline

Houston Astros fans have had to say goodbye many fan favorite superstars in recent years. The wounds from the team's trade of Kyle Tucker to the Chicago Cubs and Alex Bregman's decision to sign with the Boston Red Sox in free agency are still fresh, especially as both players thrive in their new homes.

Hunter Brown News / Houston Astros on SI / May 8

Astros Ace Rapidly Ascends Latest Starting Pitcher Power Rankings

It hasn't been an easy season thus far for the Houston Astros. Despite the rocky start, dwelling on the negatives will not serve the team. If the Astros

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / May 8

Today in Astros history - May 8

What happened today in team history? 1969 - Astros come back to win Down 6-1 heading into the eighth inning, the Houston Astros came back with three runs in the eighth and three more in the ninth to get the 7-6 win over the Philadelphia Phillies on the road.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / May 8

Astros Predicted To Take Slugging College Outfielder in New MLB Mock Draft

The Houston Astros are still in the hunt for the American League West crown. They were .500 after 36 games this season and sit in third place in the division.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / May 7

Astros' Top Prospect Gains New Perspective After Recent Near-Death Experience

Life can be a very fragile thing, and that's something that can be easy to forget as we all go about or day to day lives. For Houston Astros' Top 25 prospect Nehomar Ochoa Jr.

Yordan Alvarez News / Athlon Sports / May 7

Astros' Yordan Alvarez Dodges Bullet With Recent MRI Update

Baseball is an enduring sport, and over the course of an MLB season, ailments and injuries are bound to surface. After dealing with hand issues last weekend, Houston Astros designated hitter Yordan Alvarez subsequently landed on the 10-day IL.

Brendan Rodgers News / Houston Astros on SI / May 7

Will Astros Hold Onto Brendan Rodgers Before Key Contract Decision Deadline?

Back when the Houston Astros signed Brendan Rodgers to a minor league deal on Feb. 18, there wasn't much thought that the player who was non-tendered by the Colorado Rockies was going to be a key figure for a team that made seven straight ALCS appearances before their Wild Card elimination last year.

Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / May 7

Astros pound Brewers 9-1 behind Jeremy Pena’s 4 RBIs

Framber Valdez threw seven quality innings and Jeremy Pena homered and drove in four as the visiting Houston Astros earned a 9-1 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers on Wednesday afternoon.

Yordan Alvarez News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 5

Astros place key slugger on injured list

It’s unclear how much time the Astros expect him to miss, but he wasn’t immediately placed on the IL, so perhaps they just want to give him a bit of a rest.

Brewers' Tobias Myers bids to find form in encounter vs. Astros

White Sox take rain-shortened game, series from Astros

Who are the 25 fastest players in MLB right now?

The 'Most recent cycle by MLB team' quiz

Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 5

3 early Houston Astros trade targets ahead of 2025 deadline

The Houston Astros have a dynasty to keep alive. Last year, they broke a seven-year streak of making the ALCS when they lost to the Detroit Tigers in the Wild Card round.

Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 4

Lance McCullers Jr. reacts to pitching for 1st time since 2022

Lance McCullers Jr. didn’t earn a win or pitch deep into the game, but simply stepping on a big-league mound again was a victory in itself. After 915 days sidelined by arm injuries and setbacks, McCullers returned to action for the Houston Astros on Sunday in a rain-shortened 5–4 loss to the Chicago White Sox.