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Astros Decline Club Option On Ryan Weiss

The Astros have declined a $5MM club option on right-hander Ryan Weiss, reports Jesse Rogers of ESPN. Weiss will collect a $500K buyout as he returns to free agency.

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One Club Option the Astros Should Exercise and One They Should Decline

Now that the Houston Astros have been eliminated from the 2026 playoffs, the front office, which doesn't have a general manager at the moment, has to make some contract decisions on their players for the 2027 season.

Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 17

Astros Outright Ryan Weiss

Astros right-hander Ryan Weiss cleared waivers and has been assigned outright to Triple-A Sugar Land, the team announced Wednesday. Houston designated him for assignment over the weekend when selecting Raynel Delgado‘s contract from Sugar Land.

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The 'World Series MVPs' quiz

MLB has awarded the World Series MVP since 1955. How many of these players can you name in six minutes?

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Athletics News / Yardbarker

25 things we learned from the 2026 MLB season

The 2026 MLB season was full of great performances, breakout stars, and incredible feats. These are the 25 things we learned along the way.

Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 12

Astros Designate Ryan Weiss For Assignment, Select Raynel Delgado

The Astros have designated right-hander Ryan Weiss for assignment, as first reported by Matt Kawahara of the Houston Chronicle. His 40-man roster spot will go to infielder Raynel Delgado, whose promotion was first reported yesterday by Francys Romero.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / April 21

Astros and Ryan Weiss vs. Guardians: Preview, Storylines

Injuries have cast a shadow over the Houston Astros this season and were a big reason for their 8-15 start going into Monday night's series opener against the Cleveland Guardians on the road.

Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / April 16

Astros turn to Ryan Weiss in rematch vs. Rockies

Before Spencer Arrighetti produced six strong innings on Wednesday, Houston Astros manager Joe Espada discussed the opportunity facing the pitchers charged with replacing the starters who landed on the injured list during the recent road trip.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / April 5

Ryan Weiss’ Time May Be Now for Astros

With Hunter Brown going on the IL and Cristian Javier’s pronounced struggles, the KBO star may be getting his chance to start for Houston sooner than later.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / March 25

3 Astros Players Who Helped Themselves Most In Spring Training

The Houston Astros entered spring training with several roster questions facing them. After missing out on the playoffs for the first time in eight years, a shock was sent through the front office that some adjustments were necessary.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / March 15

Ryan Weiss Emerging as Versatile Pitching Option for Astros This Spring

Spring training often creates opportunities for pitchers to force their way into, at the very least, roster conversations. Ryan Weiss has made the most of his chance to be a part of the Houston Astros roster.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

25 records that were broken during the 2026 MLB season

The 2026 MLB season was historic in many ways. These 25 records were broken during the season.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / March 15

Astros Spring Training News and Notes 3/15/2026: Yordan, Paredes, Weiss…

Astros manager Joe Espada was happy with what he saw from SP Ryan Weiss, as well as Isaac Paredes play at 2B: Yordan Alvarez hit his first HR of spring.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / December 28

Astros Quiet Offseason Amplified By Lack of Starting Pitching

The Houston Astros have not made any news-making signings this offseason. Ryan Weiss was given a one-year contract with a team option, but that is the only Major League signing Houston has made.