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What the Astros would want for Isaac Paredes from the Pirates

The Pittsburgh Pirates might be getting closer to acquiring third baseman Isaac Paredes from the Houston Astros. Talks are reportedly ‘intensifying’ between the Pirates, Astros, and Boston Red Sox, with even the possibility of a three-team trade, according to Chandler Rome.

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Projecting Which Way Astros Attendance Will Sway During 2026 Season

The Houston Astros endured a brutal season last year, filled with injuries and losses, but they're entering their 2026 campaign with the intentions of reaching the postseason and, of course, staying far away from the injured list.

Houston Astros News / Total Pro Sports / February 8

Five MLB Teams Have Strong Interest In Astros’ All-Star Slugger

The Houston Astros lost their perch at the top of the American League West after missing out on a playoff spot for the first time since 2016. They are in a rebuild mode with only a handful of members remaining from the 2022 World Series-winning roster.

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The 'Home run leaders by MLB team' quiz

How many of the career leaders in home runs for every MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?

The 'First Baseball Hall of Fame induction ceremony' quiz

The 'MLB active home run leaders' quiz

The 'MLB 30/30 seasons' quiz

Ryan Pressly News / Houston Astros on SI / February 7

Former Astros Closer Ryan Pressly Reflects and Sends Message to WBC Participants

The World Baseball Classic gets underway in less than a month and the players involved couldn't be more excited. This is an opportunity many players only hope they can play in, as Team USA has compiled itself with several notable names from Major League Baseball.

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25 MLB players who have the most to prove in 2026

The new MLB season brings opportunities as players head into their walk years and try to rebound from subpar performances. These 25 players stand out heading into 2026.

Should Red Sox trade for former All-Star infielder?

Mariners getting needed bat in All-Star Brendon Donovan via three-team deal with Cardinals, Rays

Giants CEO calls Dodgers a 'dragon to slay'

Yankees' latest endeavor points to a Jasson Dominguez mistake waiting to happen

Top of Phillies' rotation is elite, but also comes with questions

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / February 7

Astros Represented By Just 3 Players at the World Baseball Classic

The World Baseball Classic will begin on March 4th. The Houston Astros will be represented by just three players at the tournament. Now, insurance issues played a big part in that, but it is the second-fewest amount of players among all MLB organizations.

Jeremy Pena News / Houston Astros on SI / February 7

Astros Star Jeremy Pena Stands Tall in MLB Shortstops Rankings for 2026

The Houston Astros experienced minimal changes after missing the playoffs in 2025, and given that they were inches away from another playoff run, that should be confidence-building for the fanbase.

Kevin Alvarez News / Houston Astros on SI / February 7

Kevin Alvarez Could Be Astros’ Next Great International Investment

The Houston Astros’ investment in franchise legend Jose Altuve is part of his overall narrative. The franchise signed the Venezuela native for just $15,000.

Houston Astros News / Just Baseball / February 7

Which Houston Astros Top Prospects Could Contribute in 2026?

The Houston Astros are pretty well known at this point for having one of the weaker farm systems in the game, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t some useful pieces that will make an impact on the big league club.

MLB News / Yardbarker / February 6

Javier Baez's WBC marijuana suspension a frustrating development

Javier Baez's World Baseball Classic marijuana suspension a frustrating development

Detroit Tigers Infielder Javy Baez will not be able to participate in this year's World Baseball Classic due to a failed marijuana test at the 2023 World Baseball Classic.

Yankees re-signing Paul Goldschmidt contradicts Brian Cashman's statement

Tarik Skubal sets precedent in arbitration victory over Tigers

Lefty Framber Valdez's Tigers contract makes history in multiple ways

Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani will not pitch for Japan in World Baseball Classic

Emmanuel Clase accused of rigging pitches in dozens of games to help bettors

Houston Astros News / Last Word On Sports / February 6

Latest on the Astros Infield Situation

February is already upon us, and that means baseball season is around the corner. Spring training will start in a couple of weeks, and it will be a very

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / February 6

Three Notable Roster Subtractions Astros Will Miss During 2026 Campaign

As much as the Houston Astros have gained this offseason with acquisitions, particularly Tatsuya Imai and Mike Burrows, they've also faced a substantial amount of loss.

Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 6

Astros GM Dana Brown continues to downplay possibility of trade involving infielders

The Astros have seemingly had too many infielders all winter but general manager Dana Brown has consistently downplayed the possibility of a trade, doing so again this week.

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The 'Super Bowl halftime show artists' quiz

The 'NFL active TD-pass leaders' quiz

The 'NFL playoff receptions leaders' quiz

The 'Super Bowl XLIX starters' quiz

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / February 6

In the lab: Astros infield platoon advantage

Last time, we took a look at the outfield and the platoon splits for our various outfield candidates. Today, we will do the same with the infield. I should note a couple of things before we move forward.

J.P. France News / Houston Astros on SI / February 6

J.P. France’s Fall From Astros Rotation to Triple-A Explained

It didn't come as a surprise to the baseball world, but the Houston Astros lost former ace Framber Valdez to the Detroit Tigers in free agency. It was a move that was expected, but is still a huge blow to an Astros rotation that dealt with a ton of injuries in 2025.

Framber Valdez News / Houston Astros on SI / February 5

How the Astros’ Starting Pitching Depth Ranks After Losing Framber Valdez

Easily, Framber Valdez was the best remaining starting pitcher on the open market in free agency, as now the former Houston Astros ace will be donning a Detroit Tigers uniform for the next three seasons, after signing a deal worth $115 million.

J.P. France News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 5

Astros Outright J.P. France

The Astros announced that right-hander J.P. France cleared waivers and was outrighted to Triple-A Sugar Land. He had been designated for assignment a week ago when Houston acquired Kai-Wei Teng from the Giants.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / February 5

How Long Can Astros, Paredes, Walker Be Patient?

It’s starting to look like none of the parties will have a choice. The Astros have a logjam in the infield, that isn’t news. They have been open to discussions on both Isaac Paredes and Christian Walker, that also isn’t news.

Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 5

1 last-minute signing Astros must make before spring training

For the first time since 2016, the Houston Astros missed the playoffs in 2025. With two World Series titles, three appearances, and seven ALCS appearances, they had a dominant decade in the American League.

MLB News / Yardbarker / February 4

Tigers signing Framber Valdez slams door on Tarik Skubal extension

The chances of the Detroit Tigers and pitcher Tarik Skubal working out a long-term extension may officially be over.

Framber Valdez signs with a surprise team on a massive deal

Valdez's contract with Tigers makes history in multiple ways

Red Sox find infield depth with addition of Isiah Kiner-Falefa

25 current MLB players who will end up in the Hall of Very Good

The 'AL & NL strikeout leaders since 2000' quiz

Houston Astros News / Larry Brown Sports / February 4

Framber Valdez signs with a surprise team on a massive deal

Framber Valdez is officially off the board. The veteran left-hander Valdez is signing with the Detroit Tigers in free agency, Jeff Passan of ESPN reported on Wednesday.

Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 4

Astros GM Dana Brown Discusses Infield Outlook

Astros general manager Dana Brown met with reporters this afternoon at the team’s media luncheon. As he has throughout the offseason, the GM downplayed the possibility of trading from his infield while noting that they’re still looking for ways to add a left-handed bat.

Framber Valdez News / Larry Brown Sports / February 3