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Nine games remain in the regular season and the Houston Astros battle with the Texas Rangers for the American League West Division title. The two in-state rivals were tied going into action on Thursday night for first place.

Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 17

Astros rumors: Joe Espada’s job security draws assessment from Ken Rosenthal

Houston Astros manager Joe Espada’s job security remains uncertain despite the club entering Thursday tied for first place in the American League West.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / September 15

Astros Manager Joe Espada Says Carlos Correa Will Not Return In 2026

Apparently all the work and all the hope was for naught. It’s yet another kick in the teeth for the Astros, who have been beset by injuries for the third straight season.

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Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / September 14

Joe Espada Drops Honest Quote on Astros’ Playoff Chances

The Houston Astros rode high into Tampa Bay to take on the Rays before the series began over the weekend, having taken two of three against the Philadelphia Phillies.

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The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.

Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 12

Astros’ Joe Espada provides important Yordan Alvarez injury update

Houston Astros slugger Yordan Alvarez is dealing with an ankle injury concern. Alvarez, a strong American League MVP candidate, is hoping to avoid a lengthy injury absence.

Houston Astros News / Athlon Sports / September 12

Joe Espada Comments on Questionable Astros Decision

Houston Astros manager Joe Espada stood by his decision to pitch to Junior Caminero in a critical spot during Friday night’s 3-1 loss to the Tampa Bay Rays.

MLB News / Houston Astros on SI / September 11

Astros Announce Starting Pitchers for Pivotal Series Against Rays

For a large chunk of the season, the American League West Division was one that was waiting for a team to take control and begin to pull away from the rest of the teams.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / September 11

Astros Manager Joe Espada Has Earned His Respect. It’s Time He Gets It

Astros fans, for all the criticism Joe Espada has received during his tenure as manager, maybe it’s time to take a step back, look at what he’s actually been asked to work with, and give the man his flowers.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / September 9

Astros Manager Joe Espada Drops Bold Statement After Win Over Phillies

In the thick of the playoff race, which has just over two weeks remaining, the Houston Astros began a pivotal six-game road trip against two teams that are safely in the postseason next month.

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The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.

MLB News / CBSSports.com / September 9

MLB manager hot seat: Aaron Boone, Don Mattingly, Joe Espada and more whose jobs could be on the line

As the regular season winds down, which managers could soon be looking for work?

MLB News / Houston Astros on SI / September 7

Where Astros Land in Latest Power Rankings After Series Loss to Diamondbacks

The Houston Astros hosted the Arizona Diamondbacks, riding high on a series win over the Chicago White Sox to open the homestand, only to drop the final two games before hitting the road.

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Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / September 2

Dana Brown Endorses Joe Espada as Astros Manager

While making the rounds on his post-firing tour, former Astros GM Dana Brown has only good things to say about the team’s current manager Joe Espada on the Foul Territory podcast: The most important aspect of this was that Brown stated Espada was both liked and respected by the players.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / August 28

Astros Manager Joe Espada Drops Promising Quote After Series Win Over Yankees

As bad as things have been this season for the Houston Astros, there is a clear path to the playoffs for Joe Espada's club. However, that hit a bump in

Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 27

Astros Hire Brent Strom As Pitching Consultant

Brent Strom is back in Houston. Astros skipper Joe Espada announced this afternoon that the veteran coach with return to the team as a pitching consultant for the rest of this season (links via Chandler Rome of The Athletic and Brian McTaggart of MLB.com).

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / August 27

Joe Espada's Passion Could Set Tone For Astros' Final Stretch Run

After the Houston Astros parted ways with general manager Dana Brown, there was a lot of speculation on the job security of manager Joe Espada. Initial reporting came out from Bob Nightengale of USA Today that one high-ranking Astros official said Espada will not receive a new contract after the season.

Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 26

Astros owner Jim Crane breaks silence on Joe Espada exit rumors after firing GM

The Houston Astros currently lead the AL West, but it has been a slight struggle this year. This has led Astros owner Jim Crane to move on from GM Dana Brown.

Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 25

Joe Espada to remain Astros manager for rest of season

The Astros parted with general manager Dana Brown yesterday, leading to speculation about manager Joe Espada’s job security. His gig appears safe. Owner Jim Crane met with reporters before Tuesday’s matchup against the Yankees and said Espada will remain in his role for the rest of the 2026 campaign (h/t Chandler Rome of The Athletic).

Houston Astros News / EssentiallySports / August 25

Joe Espada Reportedly Told His Astros Future Is Over After Season in Stunning Managerial Shake-Up

Apparently, Houston couldn’t even wait for the season to end before starting the cleanup. Dana Brown is already gone, and Joe Espada’s future is suddenly hanging by a thread.

Houston Astros News / Larry Brown Sports / August 24

Astros leave manager Joe Espada hanging after firing their GM

Houston Astros manager Joe Espada is suddenly the lamest of lame ducks after the organization abruptly fired general manager Dana Brown on Monday. The Astros fired Brown after a losing homestand, but have not done the same with Espada.

Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 23

Astros bench coach gives Joe Espada update after sudden absence

With the Houston Astros looking to win the AL West, the team will start a new series against the New York Yankees, though the club will continue to be without manager Joe Espada.

MLB News / Field Level Media / August 17

Astros' bullpen geared up for busy stretch that starts with Angels

When the Houston Astros host the Los Angeles Angels on Tuesday, they start a stretch of 15 games in 16 days. With the Astros clinging to a two-game lead in the American League's West Division, manager Joe Espada will have to deploy his bullpen judiciously to keep arms healthy enough to stay on track for the postseason.

MLB News / Field Level Media / August 3

Back atop AL West, red-hot Astros face lowly Blue Jays

Astros manager Joe Espada was reluctant to declare that his club had made a statement following a 7-3 win over the Texas Rangers on Sunday that capped a sweep of the three-game series and propelled Houston into first place in the American League West for the first time since April 6.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 31