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Major League pitchers have been known to have two Tommy John surgeries in their career. Up in north Texas, Rangers pitchers Jacob deGrom and Nathan Eovaldi have had two of those surgeries.

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Astros Catching Tandem Proved Rock-Solid Amid Disappointing 2025 Season

The Houston Astros were plagued by injuries throughout their 2025 campaign. Between pitcher Lance McCullers Jr., closer Josh Hader and shorstop Jeremy Peña, the Astros were regular visitors to the injured list.

Luis Garcia News / Houston Astros on SI / October 3

Houston Astros Starter Luis Garcia To Undergo Second Tommy John Surgery

The Houston Astros were marred by pitching injuries in 2025. Hunter Brown and Framber Valdez were the only two to even throw 100 innings. Houston couldn't seem to catch a break, with multiple pitchers ending the season on the injured list, or re-injuring themselves after returning.

Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 3

Astros’ Luis Garcia undergoes elbow surgery, expected to miss 2026 season

Houston Astros right-hander Luis Garcia underwent a second Tommy John surgery on Wednesday, which included a reconstruction of his ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) and repair of his right flexor tendon, the team announced Friday (h/t Chandler Rome of The Athletic).

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Three Free Agent Destinations for Astros' Pitcher Framber Valdez Emerge

For the first time in almost a decade, the Houston Astros are not in the MLB Playoffs. There were several factors as to why they missed out, but there is no doubt that they are facing a big offseason.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / October 3

What To Change: Hitting Coaches Or Player Personnel?

One of Dana Brown’s objectives last offseason was to increase the lineup’s pitch selectivity heading into 2025. That was possibly a factor in the Astros’ talks with the Cubs on the Kyle Tucker trade, a deal that included Isaac Paredes in the return package.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / October 3

Astros’ Steady Bullpen Couldn’t Save Team From Missing Postseason

The story of the Houston Astros postseason streak is known by now. When looking back at 2025, it will be defined by the injuries. Both to the rotation and the lineup, the injuries rid the Astros of their best players for large chunks of the season, and they couldn't make up for it.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / October 2

Astros’ 2025 Rotation Derailed by Injuries and Disastrous Luck

2025 was the most disappointing Astros season in a decade, where they didn't even make the playoffs after struggling down the stretch. The entire roster dealt with big-time injuries all season long, but it affected the rotation more than anyone else in the sport.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / October 2

Houston Astros Boil: October 2, 2025

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Joe Espada News / Houston Astros on SI / October 2

Joe Espada Sees This Astros Superstar as Key to Success Next Season

Houston Astros manager Joe Espada expects to be back in 2026. But his job security won’t be clear until team owner Jim Crane weighs in. That goes for general manager Dana Brown, who has an option for 2026 that hasn’t been picked up yet.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / October 1

Two Veteran Astros Minor League Pitchers Declare for Free Agency

The Houston Astros are already starting to lose players to free agency. The names are familiar, but they didn’t produce much in the Majors in 2025. These free agents are different than others.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / October 1

Astros 'Definitely Have Interest' in Keeping Key Player With Team

The Houston Astros are entering their offseason after missing the playoffs for the first time since 2016. While there was some thought that this could be their new reality following what happened this past winter, it took a major collapse for that to come to fruition.

Dana Brown News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 30

Astros GM Dana Brown skirts questions about uncertain contract situation

The Houston Astros are entering an offseason filled with uncertainty after missing the 2025 MLB playoffs for the first time since 2016. At the center of it all is general manager Dana Brown, whose future remains unclear following a vague response to questions about his contract status.

Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 30

Roster turnover expected after Astros fall short of postseason

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Houston Astros News / Stadium Rant / September 29

The Houston Astros: What Went Wrong In 2025?

After eight straight trips to the playoffs and two World Series victories, the Houston Astros will have to watch the 2025 MLB playoffs from home. While the team had a winning record at 87-75, the team lost the tie-breaker for the final American League Wild Card to the Detroit Tigers.

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Houston Astros News / EssentiallySports / September 29

Astros Eye Controversial Familiar Face as Massive Clubhouse Changes Loom After Missed Playoffs

It’s interesting that despite having almost identical seasons, the Tigers and Astros ended up in very different spots in the standings. Reportedly, both finished with an 87-75 record, but while the Tigers punched their ticket to the playoffs, the Astros just missed out.

Houston Astros News / Fastball on SI / September 28

3 Players Astros Could Lose After Missing 2025 Playoffs

The Houston Astros will not be in the playoffs this year. You didn't read that wrong. Houston will miss the playoffs for the first time since 2016. The Astros began the team's best stretch of baseball in franchise history in 2017.

Houston Astros News / EssentiallySports / September 28

Controversial Astros Pitcher Makes Emotional Clubhouse Plea as Team Expected to Cut Ties After Heated Incident

In Houston, the Astros’ clubhouse has turned into something resembling a high-stakes drama, where tension seems to stretch longer than extra innings. Behind the polished uniforms and gleaming stadium lights, whispers and raised voices have started to replace locker room camaraderie.

MLB News / Field Level Media / September 28

Astros rip 4 HRs, close season with win over Angels

Yainer Diaz and Ramon Urias each homered and drove in a pair in the season finale Sunday afternoon, propelling the Houston Astros to a 6-2 win over the Los Angeles Angels in Anaheim, Calif.

Houston Astros News / EssentiallySports / September 29

Joe Espada’s Astros Job on Thin Ice After Carlos Correa Offers Emotional Apology to Houston Fans

The Astros’ season ended stunningly, and with it, the team’s remarkable run of October came crashing down. Their fate has been sealed after a late twist in the Guardians-Rangers game, and it has eliminated the Astros from playoff contention for the 1st time since 2016.

Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / September 28

Astros' reign of terror finally reaches its end

After running roughshod through the American League for seven years, the Houston Astros' dominance has run its course in 2025.

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Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 27

Astros place Jake Meyers on injured list, designate Nick Hernandez

The Astros are placing center fielder Jake Meyers on the 10-day injured list. Rookie infielder Brice Matthews was recalled to take his spot on the active roster.

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