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The Houston Astros had two clear-cut goals heading into the MLB trade deadline: acquire a left-handed hitter and a No. 3 starting pitcher who could start postseason games.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / August 1

What Grade Did Astros Receive From Former MLB Executive for Trade Deadline Work?

The Houston Astros headed into the 2025 MLB trade deadline with clear needs to address for the stretch run of the season. General manager Dana Brown wanted a left-handed hitter, and it would be an added bonus if they played the infield.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / August 1

Astros Committed to a World Series Championship in 2025

The Houston Astros currently sit in first place, but don’t tell that to Astros GM Dana Brown, as he has been wheeling and dealing throughout the trade deadline.

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Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / July 31

Former Astros Starting Pitcher Gets Sent To AL Contender in Late Deadline Deal

For a while, it seemed like the Houston Astros were going to have a quiet trade deadline. Despite Dana Brown being open about what they were targeting, it wasn't clear that they were going to get anything done in this seller's market that made it known that asking prices were high.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / July 31

The Astros are buying right now

Trade deals flying left and right Carlos Correa Dana Brown has made a move, at is wasn’t one that brought in a new face, but rather a familiar one. According to MLB.com’s Brian McTaggart, the Houston Astros have agreed to a trade with the Minnesota Twins that is not only bringing back Carlos Correa, but bringing him back as a third baseman.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 31

GM Dana Brown must address Astros' needs at MLB trade deadline

The pressure is on for Astros general manager Dana Brown.

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Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / July 29

Astros Setting Focus on Trade for Padres Ace To Bolster Starting Rotation

The Houston Astros have made it clear what needs they are looking to address ahead of the MLB trade deadline. General manager Dana Brown has not been shy about discussing the team’s desire to add to their lineup.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / July 29

Ranking Left-Handed Hitting MLB Trade Deadline Targets Mentioned for Astros

The Houston Astros have a clear need that has to be addressed ahead of the 2025 MLB trade deadline; they desperately need a left-handed bat. General manager Dana Brown has not been shy when speaking about the need to balance out their lineup, seeking high and low for a left-handed hitter.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / July 28

Former MLB GM Shares Which Players He Has Heard Have Been Connected to Astros

It is no secret what the Houston Astros are looking to acquire ahead of the MLB trade deadline this year. General manager Dana Brown has not been shy about saying he is looking to upgrade the team’s lineup, with sights set on a left-handed bat.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / July 27

Astros GM Dana Brown Shares Brutal Update on Injured All-Star Isaac Paredes

The Houston Astros have had to deal with a litany of injuries to key contributors throughout the 2025 MLB regular season both in their lineup and on the mound.

Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 27

Astros GM puts 2 things on trade deadline wish list

The Houston Astros are firmly in the group of contenders in Major League Baseball, all of whom are looking to upgrade at the trade deadline by poaching some of the top available bat and arms in the league.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / July 27

Astros GM Dana Brown Reveals What Team Is Looking for at MLB Trade Deadline

The Houston Astros are once again atop the American League West, just days away from the 2025 MLB trade deadline. Just like in previous years, they are in a position to be buyers, seeking upgrades to cement their status as a contender in the AL.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / July 25

Astros GM Dana Brown Says Team Is Prioritizing Offense at Trade Deadline

The Houston Astros look like surefire buyers less than a week ahead of the MLB trade deadline on July 31. Though they are the most injured team in baseball and can't seem to buy a stroke of good luck in that department, they just keep on winning baseball games and establishing themselves as a contender.

Athletics News / Crawfish Boxes / July 25

Reflecting on Astros Options at the Deadline

Thinking about the current trade situation...and no, I don’t have any great answers With less than a week remaining before the mid-season trade deadline, we are getting close to decision time.

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Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 24

Astros GM reveals Houston’s trade deadline priority

The Houston Astros sit atop the AL West as the trade deadline nears, but general manager Dana Brown has made it clear that reinforcements are still needed.

Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 1

Astros manager confirms bad news on three-time All-Star

This year, he got out to a bad start, hitting .210/.306/.340 for a 76 wRC+ through 29 games.

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Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 1

Astros Notes: Pena, Matthews, Smith

The Astros placed star shortstop Jeremy Peña on the injured list due to a fractured rib, leaving them without their team’s most valuable player for at least a period of 10 days.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 15

White Sox acquire veteran pitcher in trade with Astros

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Houston Astros News / Larry Brown Sports / February 4

Astros GM drops huge hint about Alex Bregman

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Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 23

Astros GM discusses 'conversations' with Justin Verlander

Astros GM discusses 'conversations' with free-agent ace Justin Verlander

Brown’s phrasing almost seemed to imply more of an arm’s length approach.

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Houston Astros News / Larry Brown Sports / October 3

Astros GM sends warning about team's offseason plans

Astros general manager Dana Brown met with the media on Thursday, one day after the Detroit Tigers eliminated them from the playoffs with a 5-2 win in Game 2 of the AL wild-card series.

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