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MLB News / Crawfish Boxes / September 16
Bats Cold as Astros fall to Royals 5-2. 
So much for the winning streak, it’s been halted at one. Kansas City 5 Houston 2. It was another three hit night for Jeremy Pena. Unfortunately, there was little else.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / September 16
Astros Enter Crucial Final Stretch After Familiar Late-Season Test
The 2026 Astros have 11 games to play, trying to maintain their 1.0-game lead in the division. Looking back on their last three playoff chases, what did the Astros do or fail to do in their final 11 games to seal their postseason fate?
MLB News / Crawfish Boxes / September 16
Astros vs. Royals Game Discussion: 9/16/2026
TONIGHT’S GAME: The first-place Houston Astros (76-75) will continue their final homestand of the season tonight as they host the Kansas City Royals (66-85) for the middle game of their three-game series at Daikin Park.
The 'Most 35-HR, 100-RBI seasons' quiz
How many of the 36 players to reach the 35-home run and 100-RBI milestones in the same season at least five different times can you name in five minutes?
Steven Okert News / Crawfish Boxes / September 16
Astros Injury Update: Mike Burrows to restart rehab assignment; Steven Okert awaits next steps
Astros right-hander Mike Burrows will restart his rehab assignment and pitch three innings for Triple-A Sugar Land this weekend, manager Joe Espada said Wednesday.
The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season
The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.
Carlos Correa News / Houston Astros on SI / September 16
Why the Astros Will Be Fine Without Carlos Correa
On Tuesday afternoon, Houston Astros manager Joe Espada announced that star infielder Carlos Correa was cutting short his bid to return from major ankle surgery and would instead focus on coming back healthy to start the 2027 season.
Josh Hader News / Houston Astros on SI / September 16
Astros' Josh Hader Nominated for MLB's Most Prestigious Individual Honor
Roberto Clemente Day is celebrated across MLB on Sept. 15, honoring the humanitarian legacy of the late Hall of Famer. All 30 teams annually nominate a player for the Roberto Clemente Award, which is considered baseball's most prestigious individual honor.
Hunter Brown News / Crawfish Boxes / September 16
Hunter Brown Has a New Pitch Thanks to Astros Pitching Guru Brent Strom
In last night’s 4-2 victory over the Kansas City Royals, Hunter Brown went the first 5 innings for the win, allowing 1 run on 2 hits, walking 3 and striking out 10.
Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / September 16
Astros turn to Cristian Javier in rematch vs. Royals
Houston Astros manager Joe Espada announced that third baseman Carlos Correa will miss the remainder of the season, effectively ending his bid to return from left ankle surgery in May.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / September 16
Jeremy Peña and Yordan Álvarez Show the Power the Astros Need to Reach October
Three swings were enough for the Houston Astros to return to the winning path on Roberto Clemente Day: two home runs from Jeremy Peña and Yordan Álvarez’s 39th blast of the season produced all the runs in Tuesday’s 4-2 victory over Michael Wacha and the Kansas City Royals.
The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season
The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.
Jeremy Pena News / Field Level Media / September 15
Jeremy Pena homers twice as Astros top Royals
Jeremy Pena recorded his fifth career multi-homer game and Yordan Alvarez homered for just the second time this month as the Houston Astros claimed the opener of a three-game series against the visiting Kansas City Royals with a 4-2 victory on Tuesday.
Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 15
Astros get multiple injury updates after Carlos Correa news
The Astros lost their most significant rehab case on Tuesday when manager Joe Espada confirmed Carlos Correa will not return this season. The decision
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / September 15
Astros vs. Royals Game Discussion: 9/15/2026
TONIGHT’S GAME: The first-place Astros will open their final homestand of the regular season tonight as they welcome in the Royals for an important three-game series in Houston, TX.
Carlos Correa News / Larry Brown Sports / September 15
Astros get brutal Carlos Correa injury news ahead of playoffs
The Houston Astros won’t be getting Carlos Correa back after all. Correa has been out since the beginning of May due to an ankle injury, but manager Joe Espada announced on Tuesday that the team is shutting down Correa for the season.
Carlos Correa News / Yardbarker / September 15
Astros get worst-case news for Carlos Correa's potential return
The reunion between the Houston Astros and Correa has not quite gone according to plan.
Yordan Alvarez News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 14
Insider reveals the player who ‘should’ win AL MVP over Astros’ Yordan Alvarez
Yordan Alvarez has looked like a lock for American League MVP for most of September, sitting at .310 with 38 home runs, 96 RBIs and a 1.016 OPS. But at least one prominent voice believes the award belongs in Tampa Bay instead.
Josh Hader News / Just Baseball / September 14
Josh Hader Is Reclaiming His Throne as MLB’s Best Reliever
Amidst the inconsistency of the Houston Astros 2026 season, left-handed closer Josh Hader‘s sustained dominance has them at the top of the American League West.
Houston Astros News / Athlon Sports / September 12
Joe Espada Comments on Questionable Astros Decision
Houston Astros manager Joe Espada stood by his decision to pitch to Junior Caminero in a critical spot during Friday night’s 3-1 loss to the Tampa Bay Rays.
Yordan Alvarez News / Viral Sports News / September 11
Houston Astros Announce Abrupt Yordan Alvarez News
The Houston Astros closed out a series win over the Philadelphia Phillies on Thursday with a 2-1 victory, then immediately turned their attention to a three-game road set against the Tampa Bay Rays at Tropicana Field.
Daulton Varsho News / Yardbarker / September 11
Daulton Varsho's offense finally showing signs of life for Astros
After adjusting to a new environment, his bat is finally showing flashes of life, with solid offensive contributions as of late.
The 'MLB Playoff hits leaders' quiz
How many of the 30 MLB players with at least 70 hits in their postseason career can you name in five minutes?
Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / September 9
Astros' Jose Altuve joins elite MLB club with hit No. 2,500
Jose Altuve has added another remarkable accomplishment to his already-decorated MLB resume.
Yordan Alvarez News / Viral Sports News / September 8
Houston Astros Announce Sudden Yordan Alvarez Decision
The Houston Astros travel to Philadelphia this week for a three-game set that could shape the final stretch of their season. They arrive after dropping two of three to the Arizona Diamondbacks, a series in which their offense managed just five runs across the last two games.
Steven Okert News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 4
Astros Place Steven Okert On Injured List
The Astros announced that left-hander Steven Okert has been placed on the 15-day injured list, retroactive to September 1, due to a right hamstring strain.
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