Houston Astros: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

MLB News / Crawfish Boxes / 4 minutes ago

Finally, A Quality Game; Astros Blast Rockies 12-4

The Astros, to be clear, face an uphill battle for the remainder of the 2024 season, thanks to its 7-19 start to the season entering Saturday’s Mexico City Series opener.

Yordan Alvarez News / ESPN / 1 hour ago

Astros' Alvarez hits two 461-foot HRs in Mexico

Yordan Alvarez hit two home runs, Kyle Tucker added a solo shot and the Houston Astros beat the Colorado Rockies 12-4 on Saturday night in the MLB World Tour: Mexico City Series to snap a five-game losing streak.

Houston Astros News / CBSSports.com / 13 hours ago

Early surprises of 2024 MLB season: Astros firmly in last place of AL West, Guardians thriving and more

Elsewhere, the Brewers are surprising early and Paul Goldschmidt is cratering at a worrying rate

MLB News / Crawfish Boxes / 12 hours ago

Series Nine (of 52): Houston “visits” Colorado

The Astros play a road set against the home-team-designated Rockies at Alfredo Harp Helú Stadium for two games in Mexico starting tonight. The two-game series will be the first of two this year between the teams, with the rematch set for June 25 and 26 at Minute Maid Park.

Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / April 26

Astros, expecting Framber Valdez back, option JP France to Triple-A

The struggling Houston Astros optioned right-handed starter JP France to Triple-A Sugar Land Friday, clearing the way for the team to activate left-hander Framber Valdez from the 15-day injured list.

Houston Astros News / Last Word On Sports / April 26

Astros Activate Cy Young Contender Ahead Of Mexico Series

Finally, some good news for the Houston Astros pitching staff. Left-hander Framber Valdez will be activated off the injured list to start Sunday’s game against the Rockies in Mexico City.

Houston Astros News / Last Word On Sports / April 25

How a Bad Season Can Save the Houston Astros Dynasty The Astros Rough Start Could Be a Blessing in Disguise

It’s no secret that the Houston Astros have gotten off to a rough start this year. The Astros currently sit 12 games below .500 and in last place in the American League West.

Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 25

Astros set to activate key starting pitcher on Sunday

The news is obviously great for Valdez personally. He and the club got a scare when he landed on the injured list earlier this month due to soreness in his throwing elbow.

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Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / April 25

Offensive Anemia, Bullpen Paralysis Continue to Plague Astros. No Cure in Sight.

Astros swept in Chicago. Fall 3-1 As I’ve seem to say in every recap. if it’s not one thing it’s another. After three straight games of throwing away chances of victory in the first inning, today Justin Verlander worked out of a bases loaded, no-out, first inning jam without allowing a run.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / April 25

The Astros Have A First Inning Problem

Quality depth in the starting rotation remains elusive. In a first inning this season, Astros pitchers have allowed 30 earned runs across 25 games. Or, you know, a ghastly 10.80 ERA.

Justin Verlander News / Field Level Media / April 25

Justin Verlander, Astros aim to slow quick-starting Cubs

The Chicago Cubs teed off on the struggling Houston Astros in the first inning each of the past two nights. The Cubs will try to continue causing early damage Thursday afternoon when they aim for a sweep of the visiting Astros in the finale of a three-game series.

Houston Astros News / Last Word On Sports / April 24

Astros First Baseman Averaging Less Than Jersey Number

Houston Astros first baseman José Abreu, once one of the best hitters in baseball, has a batting average lower than his jersey number. No batter has had a worse start to the season than Abreu.

MLB News / Action Network / April 23

MLB betting: Astros vs. Cubs odds, pick and predictions for Tuesday 4/23

Cody Goggin of the Action Network shares his Astros vs. Cubs pick, including MLB odds and predictions for the game at Wrigley Field on Tuesday, April 23.

MLB strikeout props for 4/23: Fade Cards' Steven Matz

Three-time All-Star running out of time with Astros

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MLB News / Yardbarker / April 21

Astros' horrible start continues with series loss to Nationals

Astros' horrible start continues with ugly series loss to Nationals

They look nothing like that team so far this season, and with Sunday's 6-0 loss to the Washington Nationals, the Astros find themselves at the bottom of the American League standings with a shocking 7-16 record.

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Jose Abreu News / Yardbarker / April 21