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On YouTubeHouston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 4
Astros’ Cristian Javier injury update leaves plenty to be desired
The Houston Astros have rebounded from a slow start to the 2025 season and now lead the American League West. Joe Espada’s team is neck-and-neck with the Seattle Mariners for the top spot, despite Houston’s injuries throughout the season.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / May 10
Injured Astros Star Clears First Significant Hurdle in Arm Surgery Recovery
The Houston Astros have leaned hard into the starting pitchers that they have, with Framber Valdez and Hunter Brown taking the lead. But those that follow the team know the staff is beat up.
MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 2
Astros makes unfortunate roster move after Blue Jays trade
It’s almost been a year since Houston Astros pitcher Cristian Javier underwent Tommy John surgery. As the Astros set a timeline for his return before the All-Star break, his absence is being felt.
The 'Second-most career home runs for each MLB franchise' quiz
How many of the players in second place on each franchise's all-time home runs leaders list can you name in five minutes?
MLB News / Athlon Sports / April 2
Astros Announce Roster Move After Trade With Blue Jays
Houston Astros fans knew it’d be a bit longer before seeing starting pitcher Cristian Javier on a major-league mound again. That doesn’t mean Tuesday’s roster moves aren’t an unfortunate reminder of what the club is currently missing.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / January 28
Houston Astros Star Pitcher Eyeing Return at Important Part of This Season
The Houston Astros are trying to figure out a way to become the team to beat in the American League once again. Coming off the earliest postseason exit in the better part of the last decade with a Wild Card round elimination at the hands of the Detroit Tigers and former manager A.J.
Houston Astros News / Fastball on SI / January 27
Cristian Javier's Return Timeline Coming into Focus as He Recovers From Tommy John Surgery
Houston Astros right-handed Cristian Javier is eyeing a return in the second half of the 2025 season, according to comments he made over the weekend. Javier is recovering from Tommy John surgery that he underwent last season.
Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 26
Astros’ Cristian Javier drops firm injury return timeline
Houston Astros pitcher Cristian Javier is rehabbing from an elbow injury. Javier says he’s on the mend after having Tommy John surgery and hopes to return after the 2025 All-Star break, per KPRC in Houston.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / December 3
These Are the Four Worst Houston Astros Contracts on Next Season's Payroll
The Houston Astros have been the most recent dynasty in MLB, a run that started in 2017 and has yet to come to an end. As the run grows longer, the chance of bad contracts begins to increase with aging stars who helped lead the charge beginning to decline and underperforming players on the edges impacting the success and failure of a team.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / June 20
Houston Astros Promoting Superstar Pitching Prospect to Major Leagues
It's been a brutal year for the Houston Astros and their pitching staff. Cristian Javier and Jose Urquidy are done for the season, Justin Verlander is back on the injured list for the second time, two of their starters aren't expected to be back until after the All-Star break, and their ace Framber Valdez has been just a league-average pitcher.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / June 7, 2024
Pair of Houston Astros Aces Officially Underwent Season-Ending Elbow Surgeries
A bombshell was dropped by beat reporters who cover the Houston Astros as they revealed two of the prominent starting pitchers in this rotation were going to be out for the remainder of the year after needing elbow surgery.
Houston Astros News / Last Word On Sports / June 5, 2024
Astros Lose Two Starting Pitchers to Season-Ending Elbow Surgery
The Houston Astros have lost two more starting pitchers to season-ending elbow surgery. The Astros announced on Wednesday that right-handers Cristian Javier and José Urquidy are both set to undergo Tommy John surgery.
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / June 5, 2024
Astros’ Pitching and Fielding 
Thought: Want Better Pitching? Try Improving the Fielding With the news of Cristian Javier and Jose Urquidity heading to surgery, Astros fans are abuzz about ways to improve the pitching staff.
Houston Astros News / CBSSports.com / June 5, 2024
Where Astros can turn for pitching help as rotation injuries pile up: Call-ups, trade candidates and more
The Astros have now added Cristian Javier and José Urquidy to their growing IL list
Houston Astros News / CBSSports.com / June 5, 2024
Where Astros can turn for pitching help as rotation injuries pile up: Call-ups, trade candidates and more
The Astros have now added Cristian Javier and José Urquidy to their growing IL list
Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 5, 2024
Astros lose another starter for rest of season
The Astros announced that right-hander Jose Urquidy will undergo elbow surgery, ending his 2024 season.
Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / June 4, 2024
Reports: Astros' Cristian Javier will have Tommy John surgery
The Houston Astros got more bad news about their rotation on Tuesday when The Athletic and MLB.com reported that right-hander Cristian Javier will undergo Tommy John surgery on Thursday.
Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 4, 2024
Astros RHP to undergo Tommy John surgery
The 27-year-old has blossomed into a quality mid-rotation arm over the past few seasons.
Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 26, 2024
Astros RHP day-to-day with forearm discomfort
While the best-case scenario is that his soreness goes away in a couple of days, even a minimal 15-day stint on the injured list might also be considered a relative win considering how serious forearm problems can often result in much longer absences.
Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / May 11, 2024
Astros activate RHP Cristian Javier to face Tigers
The Houston Astros activated right-hander Cristian Javier to the active roster Saturday and designated right-hander Brandon Bielak for assignment. The anticipated move allows Javier to start Saturday's road game against the Detroit Tigers.
Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 21, 2024
Astros lose another starting pitcher to injury
Cristian Javier has been scratched from his scheduled start against the Nationals on Sunday afternoon and will be placed on the injured list.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / March 2, 2024
Javier Not Meeting New Astros Manager's Spring Expectations
The Houston Astros need a bounce back year from Cristian Javier. They decided to re-sign him to a five-year, $64 million deal after the 2022 season in which he was a huge factor for them winning the World Series.
MLB News / Yardbarker / October 23, 2023
MLB Playoff picks: Best bets for Astros vs. Rangers ALCS Game 7
The ALCS will come down to a winner-take-all Game 7 between the Houston Astros and the Texas Rangers. YB's Jack Dougherty says let's dive into the matchup and target some best bets for Game 7 in the ALCS.
Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / October 18, 2023
Watch: Astros SP Cristian Javier has historic streak snapped in excruciating fashion
Houston Astros starting pitcher Cristian Javier was climbing within striking distance of a historic MLB postseason mark but had his hopes dashed in the most excruciating way possible.
MLB News / Yardbarker / October 18, 2023
MLB Playoff picks: Best bets for Rangers vs. Astros ALCS Game 3
Just as everyone predicted, the Texas Rangers stole two road games in a row against the reigning champion Houston Astros to take a 2-0 lead in the ALCS.
MLB News / Yardbarker / June 15, 2023
Best MLB strikeout bets: 3 strikeout props for Thursday 6/15
We've been feeling it with our K props this week, and we've got 10 more games to target for Thursday night's schedule. YB's Jack Dougherty is here with his three favorite strikeout props for the day.
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