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On YouTubeHouston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / January 31
Getting To Know the Houston Astros’ Newest Starting Pitcher
It was a busy Thursday for Houston Astros general manager Dana Brown. First, he designated injury-prone right-hander J.P. France for assignment. Then, he traded catching prospect Jancel Villarroel to the San Francisco Giants to further bolster what is now a crowded group of candidates for the starting rotation.
MLB News / Athlon Sports / January 26
Brown vs Sale 2026 Fantasy Comparison
OK. So I am drafting in the eighth spot in a 12-team league. I am through two rounds. I have Julio Rodriguez and Cal Raleigh. J-Rod is a power speed combo.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / January 25
Astros All-Stars Share Positive Thoughts After Disappointing Season
HOUSTON, Texas — One thing the Houston Astros organization is known for is giving back to its fans. Daikin Park hosted its annual Astros Fan Fest on Saturday on a cold and muggy afternoon.
The 'MLB active doubles leaders' quiz
How many of the active MLB players with 300 or more doubles in their career can you name in five minutes?
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / January 20
Astros Duo Cracks Top 30 in MLB's Latest Rankings Entering 2026 Campaign
The Houston Astros are hiding some remarkable talent in their back pocket heading into their upcoming season. While some of their stars tend to take the backseat, others often headline the franchise.
The 20 most significant MLB Rule 5 draftees
The Rule 5 draft, held annually at the winter meetings in December, never garners much fanfare, but it has been known to yield some noteworthy transactions.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / January 12
Astros Ace Was Most Important Player to Lock Down Before Arbitration
The Houston Astros had more than just their hands full when the arbitration deadline came around last week, as they had 13 players for whom they were trying to avoid a hearing for their salary for 2026.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / January 11
Top Homegrown Astros Talent to Watch Entering Spring Training, Season
The Houston Astros became one of the MLB's most feared teams during the latter half of the 2010s into the early 2020s. Winning two World Series championships in that time span, the Astros sat on top of the world, mainly with their homegrown players taking them to the promised land.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / January 10
MLB Writer Nails Astros Top Homegrown Player Entering 2026 Season
One of the more fascinating offseason topics this winter has been surrounding the Houston Astros' starting rotation going into 2026. Framber Valdez is likely heading somewhere else and ending his time with the Astros.
Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 8
Astros pitcher Hunter Brown avoids arbitration with $5.71 million contract
The Houston Astros secured cost certainty with one of their most important arms, finalizing a key agreement ahead of the arbitration deadline. Arbitration discussions concluded smoothly as Houston locked in its emerging ace and avoided a formal hearing.
Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 6
Astros Haven’t Discussed Extension With Manager Joe Espada, GM Dana Brown
Astros manager Joe Espada and GM Dana Brown are entering the final seasons of their respective contracts. It’ll be Espada’s third season in the role and Brown’s fourth year running baseball operations.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / January 4
Three Bold Predictions for Astros Superstar Hunter Brown in 2026
While the Houston Astros might not be the unanimous front-runners to win the AL West like they were during their dynasty era, they still have a team full of talent to make the playoffs and have a deep run in it.
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 / January 2
Astros' Opening Day Lineup Prediction Has Several Familiar Names
As we turn the page to 2026, Houston Astros general manager Dana Brown didn't waste time in the New Year to make an eye-opening addition to his roster.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / January 1
Houston Astros Land Japanese Star Tatsuya Imai in Surprise Agreement
The Houston Astros entered the offseason with a clear priority after their first non-playoff season since 2016. Injuries ravaged their rotation in 2025, and with ace Framber Valdez likely departing in free agency, general manager Dana Brown needed to find quality arms.
Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 1
Looking back at Astros’ biggest surprise of 2025
The Houston Astros’ 2025 season was marked by two powerfully contrasting narratives. On the one hand, the team endured its first playoff drought since 2016 after finishing second with an 87-75 record in the American League West, thus ending the franchise’s streak of eight consecutive postseason appearances.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / January 1
One Stat to Explain Why Astros Have Faith in Hunter Brown as Future Ace
The Houston Astros aren’t paying much mind to Framber Valdez, their left-handed free agent. The feeling may be mutual. Valdez is looking for a multi-year deal worth nine figures.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / December 20
Astros Receive Underwhelming Grade From Recent Three-Team Trade
After a rather quiet offseason, the Houston Astros made a move on Friday as part of a three-team deal with the Pittsburgh Pirates and Tampa Bay Rays. The deal got Astros general manager Dana Brown some rotation help he needs, but not the top-of-the-rotation help that he needs.
MLB News / Just Baseball / December 10
2026 MLB Draft Lottery: Winners and Losers
The Chicago White Sox are officially on the clock for the 2026 MLB Draft. While chaos erupted farther down the lottery order, it will be the White Sox who grab the first overall selection after entering the lottery with the best odds.
MLB News / Yardbarker / November 3
MLB reveals finalists for major awards
There was little to no surprise as MLB announced the top three vote-getters for the major postseason awards.
Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 3
Astros receive PPI pick for Hunter Brown’s Cy Young finish
The Baseball Writers Association of America is announcing the finalists for the 2025 awards on Monday.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 9
Ranking the top three 2025 AL Cy Young Award candidates
Last season, Detroit Tigers’ ace Tarik Skubal won the AL Cy Young Award resoundingly, nabbing a rare pitching triple crown. This year, the contest is a little tighter.
MLB News / Yardbarker / June 26
Astros remind league they're still contenders with Phillies sweep
With half the season down and one half to go, the Astros once again look like they could rule MLB by season's end.
MLB News / Yardbarker / June 14
Astros remain AL's hottest team with walk-off win against Twins
The Houston Astros have lifted off.
Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / June 7
Astros' Hunter Brown seeks ninth win in clash vs. Guardians
Even when Houston right-hander Hunter Brown hasn't been that sharp, he finds a way to display his dominance. However, Brown hopes to be better than his
Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / May 21
Astros' Hunter Brown looks to flip script vs. Rays
Houston Astros right-hander Hunter Brown did everything but win in his most recent outing. Fresh off a career-high eight-inning performance, Brown will look to send the Astros to a series victory on Wednesday afternoon when they play the rubber match of their three-game set against the host Tampa Bay Rays.
MLB News / Field Level Media / May 3
Astros look for ace Hunter Brown to cool off White Sox
After collecting consecutive victories for just the second time this season, the host Chicago White Sox are bracing for a significant challenge Saturday in their bid to win three in a row.
Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / April 21
Hunter Brown stars again as Astros blank Jays
Hunter Brown extended his consecutive scoreless innings streak to 24 and the Houston Astros parlayed a four-run fifth inning into a 7-0 victory over the visiting Toronto Blue Jays on Monday.
Houston Astros News / Just Baseball / March 13
Can Hunter Brown Become the Astros Ace?
The Houston Astros have been through significant roster changes throughout their dynasty years. George Springer and Carlos Correa were amongst the first to leave before Kyle Tucker and Justin Verlander departed this past winter.
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