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On YouTubeHouston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / March 31
Astros Week 1: 3 Up, 3 Down 
Each week, we will take a look at the best and not-so-best Astros performances and stories of the week. 3 Up: Lance McCullers Jr. : What a performance from LMJ last night vs the Red Sox.
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / March 31
Astros Prospects to Watch at Each Level
The Astros have set their rosters for opening day of the minor league baseball season. There are a lot of intriguing players at each level and could be a big year for a few prospects.
The 'Youngest MLB 30/30 seasons' quiz
How many of the MLB players to hit 30 home runs and steal 30 bases in the same season before turning 25 years old can you name in five minutes?
MLB News / Field Level Media / March 31
Astros turn to RHP Hunter Brown and his history of success against Red Sox
The Houston Astros had to slug their way past the Los Angeles Angels in the final two contests of their season-opening four-game series, setting the stage for veteran right-hander Lance McCullers Jr.
One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026
As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / March 31
Jose Altuve, Yordan Alvarez Slugging Astros to Three-Game Winning Streak
The Houston Astros are seeking redemption from their 2025 season. They fell stagnant in the final weeks and ended up not just losing the division title but missing the postseason entirely.
Houston Astros News / Last Word On Sports / March 31
2026 Houston Astros Season Prediction
The opening weekend of the MLB season is now past us, and baseball is officially in full swing. The 162-game grind for the Houston Astros is underway, and it is a pivotal one for the club in 2026.
Zach Cole News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 31
Astros’ Zach Cole Suffers Broken Toe
Astros outfielder Zach Cole broke a toe on his right foot while playing in a Triple-A game, reports Brian McTaggart of MLB.com. He was hit by a pitch from Rangers’ non-roster reliever Mason Thompson in the fourth inning on Sunday.
Jose Altuve News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 30
Astros’ Jose Altuve flashes vintage form with 2 home runs vs. Red Sox
Jose Altuve is aging rather gracefully for the Houston Astros, his struggles on the defensive side of the ball notwithstanding. On Monday night, Altuve scared off the Monday blues and flashed his vintage form in an 8-1 victory over the Boston Red Sox to move to 3-2 on the season.
MLB News / Sport Relay / March 30
Red Sox Lose Series Opener to Astros
The Boston Red Sox lost Game One of their series against the Houston Astros, 8–1, Monday night at Daikin Park. Lance McCullers Jr. tossed a gem, going seven innings and allowing one run that was earned, on four hits while striking out nine hitters.
MLB News / Inside The Diamonds / March 31
MLB Game Recap: Altuve Has Big Day as Astros Dominate Red Sox
The Boston Red Sox and Houston Astros played the first of their three-game series tonight at Daikin Park in Houston, TX. Ranger Suarez made his Red Sox debut as he was opposed by Lance McCullers Jr.
25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season
The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.
Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / March 30
Jose Altuve's 2 HRs, 4 hits power Astros to blowout of Red Sox
Jose Altuve slugged two home runs and Lance McCullers Jr. carried a shutout bid into the seventh inning of his season debut as the Houston Astros claimed the opener of their three-game series with the visiting Boston Red Sox 8-1 on Monday.
Lance McCullers News / Yardbarker / March 30
Astros' Lance McCullers Jr. turns back the clock in win over Red Sox
It's been a long time since Houston Astros starting pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. looked this good.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / March 30
Astros Bullpen May Be On Edge After Rough Bryan Abreu Outings
Opening Day weekend answered a few questions on the Houston Astros front. They faced the Los Angeles Angels in a 4-game series to star the 2026 campaign.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / March 30
2 Astros Hitters That Impressed During Opening Weekend
The Houston Astros are off to a 2-2 start to their 2026 campaign following a series split with the Los Angeles Angels. The pitching staff wasn't spectacular, allowing 25 runs and 28 walks through four games.
Cody Bolton News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 30
Astros Select Cody Bolton
The Astros announced they’ve selected pitcher Cody Bolton onto the big league roster. Reliever Christian Roa has been optioned to Triple-A Sugar Land to open an active roster spot.
Houston Astros News / Last Word On Sports / March 30
Astros Split Opening Series with Angels: What Stood Out
The Houston Astros’ season is finally up and running. The season-opening four-game series against the Los Angeles Angels at Daikin Park did not start off
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / March 30
Astros Ace Can’t Carry Rotation Alone as Starters Must Step Up
Perhaps the most famous poetic verse associated with modern baseball is "Spahn and Sain, and pray for rain", a humorous reference to the 1940's Boston Braves' reliance on and lack of support for star pitchers Warren Spahn and Johnny Sain.
Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / March 30
'I was kind of nervous': Ex-Japanese star flops for Astros in MLB debut
Nerves got the best of Houston Astros right-hander Tatsuya Imai in his big-league debut Sunday. In a 9-7 win over the Los Angeles Angels, Imai pitched 2.2 innings, walking four.
Isaac Paredes News / Field Level Media / March 29
Isaac Paredes shines as Astros earn four-game split vs. Angels
Isaac Paredes delivered a two-out, two-strike double in the eighth inning, and the Houston Astros earned a split of their four-game season-opening series against the visiting Los Angeles Angels with a 9-7 victory on Sunday.
Houston Astros News / Last Word On Sports / March 29
Three Takeaways From the Astros Current 2026 Roster
The Houston Astros are looking for a bounce-back season. After not making the postseason for the first time since 2016 last year, the Astros needed to
Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 29
Astros’ Joe Espada gets real on ‘excitement’ for Tatsuya Imai’s MLB debut
The Houston Astros have a lot to look forward to this season, and some of those things are starting just three games into the year. Tatsuya Imai is set to make his Major League debut in the series finale against the Los Angeles Angels, and many can’t wait to see him start on the mound.
MLB News / Total Pro Sports / March 29
'Don’t Think They’re In Seattle’s Category' – MLB Analyst Tom Verducci Shares Thoughts On Houston Astros’ Playoff Chances
The Houston Astros enjoyed the franchise’s most glorious period over the past decade, with two World Series titles. However, the Astros missed out on a playoff spot last year with only a handful of their championship winners remaining on the team.
MLB News / Yardbarker / March 27
Angels' Mike Trout achieves career-first through two games
After a string of subpar seasons, Mike Trout has been red-hot to start 2026 and has actually already accomplished a first for his career just two games in.
Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 27
Astros, Peter Lambert Agree To Minor League Deal
The Astros are bringing back Peter Lambert on a minor league contract, as first reflected on the MLB.com transaction tracker. The righty will head to Triple-A Sugar Land.
Yordan Alvarez News / Just Baseball / March 27
Why Yordan Alvarez’s 2026 Could Make or Break the Astros
Yordan Alvarez is undoubtedly the top hitter in the Houston Astros‘ lineup, and one of the best left-handed hitters in Major League Baseball today. That’s been backed up by his recent production, but the problem is he’s not always on the field.
Yordan Alvarez News / Larry Brown Sports / March 26
Yordan Alvarez bizarrely gets robbed of a potential HR by Daikin Park roof
Yordan Alvarez fell victim to his own ballpark during Thursday’s Opening Day. The Houston Astros slugger Alvarez came to bat in the first inning of his team’s season-opening matchup against the Los Angeles Angels at Daikin Park in Houston, Texas.
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