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Astros Receive Sobering 2027 Outlook Despite Winning AL West

Somehow, a record of 81-81 was just good enough to take home the American League West 2026 championship. The division was weak and it really wasn’t much to brag about.

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In The Lab: Inside the Second Base HOF Index Part Five

This will be the last of the series on Jose Altuve and the Hall of Fame index. Congratulations to everyone that went through the journey with me. I know parts have been tedious, but I firmly believe that performing every test is the only way to make a complete and informed judgment on a player.

Isaac Paredes News / Houston Astros on SI / November 4

Astros Make the Obvious Choice With Isaac Paredes' Contract

The Houston Astros have some key contract decisions to make at this time of year, and one of those involved third baseman Isaac Paredes. It was clear that the Astros had a surplus in the infield entering the 2026 season, but that ended up benefitting Houston after the season-ending injury to Carlos Correa.

Houston Astros News / EssentiallySports / November 4

Days After Hiring Randy Flores, Jim Crane’s Astros Linked to Two Names to Replace Joe Espada

After dismissing Dana Brown in August, the Houston Astros hired Randy Flores as its new general manager. The Astros declined to renew Joe Espada’s contract after 3 seasons managing the team.

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The 'World Series MVPs' quiz

MLB has awarded the World Series MVP since 1955. How many of these players can you name in six minutes?

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The 'Last MVP by MLB team 'quiz

The 'Platinum Glove winners since 2011' quiz

Houston Astros News / EssentiallySports / November 4

'Affords Me the Empathy': New Astros GM Opens Up On 12 Years Front Office Experience

Randy Flores, the new general manager of the Houston Astros, logged 350 appearances, 250 innings, and a 4.61 ERA as a big-league left-handed reliever. The 51-year-old now takes over a club that finished 81-81 and got swept in the Wild Card round.

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25 MLB prospects who will make an impact in 2027

The 2026 MLB season was driven by top performances from young players, and the crop of young talent in the minors has never been greater. These 25 prospects could emerge as top MLB players in 2027.

Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 4

Luis Urueta To Interview For Astros’ Managerial Job

The Astros will interview Rangers’ bench coach Luis Urueta as part of their ongoing managerial search, reports Jon Morosi of The MLB Network. Yankees bench coach Brad Ausmus also received an official interview, reports Jon Heyman of The New York Post.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / November 3

The Astros Face a Key Decision That Will Define the Team’s Future in 2027

The Houston Astros exercised their $13.35 million club option on Isaac Paredes, which ensures his presence on the roster for 2027 and prevents his salary from being determined through arbitration.

Jake Meyers News / Crawfish Boxes / November 3

Astros Outright Meyers, Add 3 to 40-Man Roster

The Houston Astros have selected three players to their 40-man roster: RHP Roddery Muñoz, RHP Evan Reifert, and C César Salazar. Reifert was officially acquired today from the Tampa Bay Rays in exchange for cash considerations.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / November 3

Astros Get Compelling Reason To Trade All-Star Infielder This Offseason

Nearly three months after parting ways with former general manager Dana Brown, the Houston Astros named his replacement, Randy Flores, on Saturday. He is left with making some rather big offseason decisions in terms of roster building for the 2027 season and beyond.

Randy Flores News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 3

How Astros’ Randy Flores expects his MLB career ‘grind’ to impact GM performance

With the Houston Astros hiring former St. Louis Cardinals assistant general manager and former player Randy Flores as the ball club’s next general manager, he is bringing a unique perspective to the role.

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25 records that were broken during the 2026 MLB season

The 2026 MLB season was historic in many ways. These 25 records were broken during the season.

Houston Astros News / Viral Sports News / November 3

Houston Astros Make $13.5 Million Move to Begin MLB Offseason

The Houston Astros moved quickly to retain third baseman Isaac Paredes, exercising his $13.35 million club option for the 2027 season on Monday. The decision, first reported by Chandler Rome of The Athletic and confirmed by the team, came as little surprise after the 27-year-old produced one of the stronger offensive campaigns of his career.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / November 3

Corpus Christi Hooks 2026 Season Review

The Corpus Christi Hooks had an up and down 2026 season, but still had some strong performers. Let’s take a look. The Hooks opened the season going 11-13 in 24 games in April.

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The 'Last 100-yard teammates by team' quiz

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Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / November 3

Astros Make Three Important Decisions With 40-Man Roster

The Astros added three players to their 40-man roster today. With the hiring of new Houston Astros general manager Randy Flores on Oct. 30, the team was put in a position where they were forced to make a few moves to their 40-man roster ahead of the Rule V Draft in December.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / November 3

In The Lab: Gaming Out a Jeremy Pena Contract

This exercise gives me the opportunity to play one of my favorite games. I get to pretend that I am Scott Boras. Of course, I am not going to go full Boras.

Yordan Alvarez News / TWSN / November 2

Yordan Alvarez Has Done Everything Needed to Win AL MVP

The American League MVP race has been revealed with the three finalists announced. It is Yordan Alvarez from the Houston Astros, Junior Caminero from the Tampa Bay Rays and Bobby Witt Jr.

Houston Astros News / EssentiallySports / November 3

'Blend of Both': New Astros GM Sends Clear Message About How He Plans to Build the Team

For the Houston Astros, the road back to contention begins with a new face in the front office. But the pressure to deliver remains as unforgiving as ever.

Albert Pujols News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 2

Astros rumors: Ex-player reacts to idea of Albert Pujols managing Houston

The Houston Astros’ managerial search has sparked speculation about Albert Pujols, whose connection to new general manager Randy Flores adds intrigue to the opening.

Isaac Paredes News / Crawfish Boxes / November 2

Astros Pick Up Option on 3B Isaac Paredes

Today, the Houston Astros announced they has exercised their club option on 3B Isaac Paredes. Paredes, 27, posted his second straight strong season with the Astros and his second career 4+ WAR season.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / November 2

Astros Hire Randy Flores, But Is Jim Crane Willing to Give Up Control?

The Astros finally have their new general manager, but the circumstances surrounding his hiring and the search for their next manager raise some familiar questions about who’s really calling the shots in Houston.

Jake Meyers News / Viral Sports News / November 2

Houston Astros Officially Part Ways With Long-Time Outfielder

The Houston Astros moved to clear space on their 40-man roster Monday by designating center fielder Jake Meyers for assignment. The decision, first reported by Ari Alexander of 7News, comes as the 30-year-old is set to come off the 60-day injured list.

Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 2

Astros Select Roddery Muñoz, César Salazar

The Astros announced that they have selected right-hander Roddery Muñoz and catcher César Salazar to their roster. They also announced their acquisition of right-hander Evan Reifert, a deal that was previously reported.

Jake Meyers News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 2

Astros To Designate Jake Meyers For Assignment

The Astros are designating outfielder Jake Meyers for assignment, reports Ari Alexander of 7News. He’d been arbitration-eligible and projected for a $3.6MM salary, per MLBTR contributor Matt Swartz.

MLB News / Field Level Media / October 30

Astros hire Cardinals' Randy Flores to be general manager

The Houston Astros announced Friday that they have hired Randy Flores as their new general manager. Flores, 51, spent the last 11 seasons with the St. Louis Cardinals.

Tatsuya Imai News / Yardbarker / October 25