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On YouTubeSan Diego Padres News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 8
Padres release J.P. France, José Leclerc
The Padres have released right-handers J.P. France and José Leclerc, per the MiLB.com transaction log. Both had been with the organization on minor league contracts.
MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 3
Padres sign recently released Astros pitcher to minor league contract
The San Diego Padres signed right-handed pitcher JP France to a minor league contract Sunday after his release from the Houston Astros organization. The 31-year-old will report to Triple-A El Paso after spending the previous three months with Triple-A Sugar Land following an outright assignment.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 2
Padres Sign J.P. France To Minor League Deal
The Padres have brought in right-hander J.P. France on a minor league deal, according to Chandler Rome of The Athletic. France was released from the Astros’ system on Thursday, having spent the past three months on an outright assignment at Triple-A Sugar Land.
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Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / August 1
Why Astros Released J.P. France and Tommy Sacco Jr. from Triple-A Sugar Land
On Thursday, the Astros made two tough roster cuts letting go of J.P. France and Tommy Sacco Jr. Both players were currently off the Astros 40-man roster and playing at Triple-A Sugar Land.
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Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 31
Astros make tough decision on struggling veteran arm
Right-hander JP France’s four-year run with the Houston Astros has come to an end, as the team has decided to move on from him, Chandler Rome of The Athletic reported Thursday.
Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 30
Astros To Release J.P. France
The Astros are moving on from right-hander J.P. France, per Chandler Rome of The Athletic. The veteran has spent most of the season at Triple-A. France struggled in three games with the Astros in April.
Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 20
Astros Outright J.P. France
The Astros announced that right-hander J.P. France has been outrighted to Triple-A Sugar Land. That indicates he cleared waivers after being designated for assignment last week.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / April 18
Astros Choose Rival’s Cast-Off Over Pitching Depth in Latest Move
For a team that is in desperate need of all the pitching it can muster, the Houston Astros made a curious move on Saturday. The Astros designated starting pitcher J.P.
MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 18
Astros designate pitcher for assignment before Cardinals game
On Saturday, the Houston Astros continued reshaping their roster ahead of their matchup vs. the St. Louis Cardinals, designating right-hander J.P. France for assignment in a notable pitching move.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 18
Astros Claim Dustin Harris, Designate J.P. France For Assignment
The Astros announced that outfielder Dustin Harris was claimed off waivers from the White Sox. To create space for Harris on Houston’s 40-man roster, right-hander J.P.
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Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 11
Astros Option J.P. France, Recall Jayden Murray
The Astros have made a pair of minor pitching moves after Tatsuya Imai exited his start with right arm fatigue. According to Chandler Rome of The Athletic, the team has optioned right-hander J.P.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / April 10
Astros Announce Full Roster Moves After Injuries Plague All Roster Areas
Speaking on key Houston Astros players headed to the injured list feels like deja vu from 2025. The Astros had many occasions where the ballclub had the most athletes sitting on IL, and 2026 is not starting much differently.
MLB News / Houston Astros on SI / April 9
Houston Astros Set to Add Pitcher Ahead of Crucial Matchup With Seattle Mariners
Thankfully for the Houston Astros, they have a travel day after getting swept right out of Colorado by the Rockies following a horrible all-around pitching performance.
Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 9
Astros To Select J.P. France
The Astros will select J.P. France’s contract from Triple-A Sugar Land before tomorrow’s game against the Mariners, reports Chandler Rome of The Athletic.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / March 20
Astros Break News to Former Starter He Won’t Make Opening Day Roster
The Houston Astros have a wealth of starting pitching options, which was a luxury they did not have last season. One of those pieces is going to start the season in the minor leagues.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / March 3
How J.P. France is Impressing Astros with Early Spring Training Results
The odds are against J.P. France cracking the Houston Astros starting rotation, a place he occupied in 2023 and part of 2024. But it doesn't mean he’s not trying to impress the organization anyway.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / February 17
J.P. France Returns to Astros Embracing Underdog Path to Roster Spot
Not a single bit of the past two seasons has been ideal for Houston Astros pitcher J.P. France. What happened in January could have been the final blow.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / February 6
J.P. France’s Fall From Astros Rotation to Triple-A Explained
It didn't come as a surprise to the baseball world, but the Houston Astros lost former ace Framber Valdez to the Detroit Tigers in free agency. It was a move that was expected, but is still a huge blow to an Astros rotation that dealt with a ton of injuries in 2025.
Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 5
Astros Outright J.P. France
The Astros announced that right-hander J.P. France cleared waivers and was outrighted to Triple-A Sugar Land. He had been designated for assignment a week ago when Houston acquired Kai-Wei Teng from the Giants.
MLB News / Houston Astros on SI / January 30
Astros Announce Shocking Corresponding Roster Move After Trade with Giants
The Houston Astros made a trade with the San Francisco Giants on Thursday evening which saw them change some things up within the pitching staff. Acquiring 27-year-old swingman Kai-Wei Teng from the Giants in exchange for catching prospect Jancel Villareal, Houston added a high-ceiling and versatile arm to their staff.
Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 9, 2025
Astros get JP France boost amid AL West race
With their 78-66 record, the Houston Astros hold a two-game lead over the field in the AL West. As the enter the home stretch of the regular season, the Astros will now receive a crucial boost to their pitching corps.
Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 21, 2025
Houston Astros News / Athlon Sports / July 22, 2025
Astros Get Excellent Pitching Update Ahead of Trade Deadline
As the Houston Astros inch closer to an eighth division title in nine years, they’re already starting to prepare for reinforcements. The Astros announced that third-year starting pitcher J.P.
Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / April 29, 2024
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MLB News / Yardbarker / July 20, 2023
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