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Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / October 10
The Reason the Astros Could Get More Out of Cristian Javier With a Change of Role
In his best years, velocity wasn't usually the main component in his pitch arsenal that dictated the outcome against hitters. Induced movement was. But Cristian Javier had something else when he became a pitcher who was difficult to beat, especially on the postseason stage.
Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 23
Astros Select Josh Hendrickson, Place Cristian Javier On Injured List
7:31pm: It’s a Grade 2 strain for Javier, manager Joe Espada tells reporters (including Chandler Rome of The Athletic). 7:10pm: The Astros announced they’ve selected lefty Josh Hendrickson onto the major league roster.
MLB News / Dallas Sports Journal / September 22
Texas Rangers’ AL West Odds Completely Flip With 6 Games Left
ARLINGTON, Texas — The Texas Rangers are -156 favorites to win the American League West on FanDuel Sportsbook, with the Houston Astros listed at +134 on Tuesday.
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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.
The offseason needs for every MLB team
Another MLB season is in the books. The pending lockout is hanging over the heads of players and ownership, but there could be a mad rush of moves prior to December.
Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / September 5
Astros' pitching trending up as series with D-backs continues
Two nights after Hayden Wesneski continued what has been a remarkably smooth return from Tommy John surgery, Cristian Javier matched his season high in strikeouts and gave the Houston Astros more confidence that their rotation is rounding into form.
Athletics News / Field Level Media / August 23
Astros send Cristan Javier to hill in rubber game vs. Athletics
The Astros' 4-3 loss to the Athletics on Saturday pivoted in the top of the eighth inning when reliever Bennett Sousa surrendered three runs immediately after the Astros' two-run seventh.
MLB News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / August 18
Angels Open Road Series Against Astros: Preview, Predictions, Analysis, and Bets
The Angels begin a 3-game road set against their division-rival Astros after dropping a series to the Royals at home. Anaheim’s offense is coming off an extremely disappointing performance in which they managed only one hit in a 3-0 shutout loss.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / August 18
Astros’ Cristian Javier Takes the Mound in Crucial Must-Win Start
The Houston Astros got a day off on Monday after a series loss to the Seattle Mariners to kick off the home stand. Now, the Astros turn their attention to another divisional opponent, the Los Angeles Angels, looking to get back into the win column.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 31
Astros move struggling Tatsuya Imai to bullpen for crucial Rangers series
Houston Astros right-hander Tatsuya Imai will be available out of the bullpen during the club's crucial weekend series against the Texas Rangers.
Houston Astros News / Athlon Sports / July 2
Astros Announce Plan for Cristian Javier Upon Return
The Houston Astros will get a key pitcher back on Friday. Right-hander Cristian Javier, who has been on the injured list since April 9 with a Grade 2 right shoulder strain, will be activated before the Astros' series opener against the Tampa Bay Rays tomorrow.
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 / July 2
Astros To Move Cristian Javier To Bullpen
The Astros have been without Cristian Javier for the better part of three months due to a Grade 2 strain of his throwing shoulder. The right-hander will return from the injured list this week but will do so in an unfamiliar role.
Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 18
Astros may receive huge Cristian Javier boost soon
The Houston Astros have had their share of struggles and have been without Cristian Javier for stretches of time this season. But the star pitcher could return from his injury soon, according to the latest update on MLB.com.
MLB News / Yardbarker / April 8
Injury-plagued Astros hit with more bad news as two starters exit loss to Rockies
The hits keep coming to the Houston Astros.
Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / April 4
Cristian Javier's struggles putting Astros in rough spot
There is still time for Javier to return to form and be that steady arm in the middle of the Astros rotation. However, if he continues to struggle, a return to the minors could be in the future.
Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / September 3, 2025
Astros GM Dana Brown encouraged by return of trio of starting pitchers
The Astros have welcomed back a trio of starting pitchers over the last month, and the team's general manager is pleased with what he's seen from the group so far as the club enters the final stages of its playoff push.
Houston Astros News / Athlon Sports / August 17, 2025
Astros Announce Cristian Javier News After Leaving Orioles Game
The Houston Astros are entering a critical stretch, holding a slim 1.5-game lead in the AL West over the second-place Seattle Mariners with just under two months left in the regular season.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 11, 2025
Astros' Carlos Correa shows why he remains the best trade-deadline acquisition
The Houston Astros hit one out of the park. After another sterling performance, third baseman Carlos Correa continues to look like this year's best trade-deadline acquisition.
Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / August 11, 2025
Astros RHP Cristian Javier returns after Tommy John surgery
Houston Astros right-hander Cristian Javier returns from Tommy John surgery in a start against the visiting Boston Red Sox on Monday night. Javier hasn't pitched in the majors since May 21, 2024.
Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / August 10, 2025
Astros get pitching help just in the nick of time
While the Houston Astros have seen their American League West Division lead shrink to a half-game over the hard-charging Seattle Mariners, they have managed to do so with a makeshift pitching rotation.
Houston Astros News / Larry Brown Sports / June 4, 2024
Key Astros starter to undergo Tommy John surgery
A bad season is getting even worse for the Houston Astros.
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 / 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.
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.
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