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MLB News / Crawfish Boxes / September 23
Astros Shut Out Mariners 7-0; Retake First Place in AL West 
You couldn’t have scripted a better start or result. Astros 7 Mariners 0. Manager Joe Espada wanted to set the tone early and play aggressive. Mission accomplished.
Jorge Barrosa News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 23
Astros Outright Jorge Barrosa
The Astros announced Tuesday that they’ve sent Jorge Barrosa outright to Triple-A Sugar Land. The 5’6″ outfielder cleared waivers after being designated for assignment over the weekend.
MLB News / Crawfish Boxes / September 22
Astros at Mariners Game Discussion: 9/22/2026
TONIGHT’S GAME: The Houston Astros (77-79) will begin their final road trip of the regular season with the first game of two-game series against the Seattle Mariners (73-83) at T-Mobile Park.
The 'Most lefty-homers in a season' quiz
How many of the lefty mashers with the most home runs in a single season for each MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?
MLB News / Houston Astros on SI / September 22
Astros Release Lineup Ahead Of Tuesday Showdown With Mariners
The Astros and Mariners meet up in a critical two-game series at T-Mobile Park. In game one, Cristian Javier goes up against Logan Gilbert. SEA - Mariners.TV HOU - Space City Home Network SEA - 710 AM HOU - KBME 790 AM/94.5 FM HD-2, KLTN-TUDN 102.9 FM Javier is 2-6 with a 5.31 ERA.
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.
Yainer Diaz News / Houston Astros on SI / September 22
Astros Need More Than Yainer Diaz to Fix Struggling Bottom of Lineup
It has been like an oasis for opposing pitchers. When they get through the first five spots in the lineup, it feels like a relief to reach the middle and bottom of the lineup every day against the Houston Astros.
Cristian Javier News / Houston Astros on SI / September 22
Astros Need 2022-Like Performance From Cristian Javier to Keep Playoff Hopes Alive
The Houston Astros have dug themselves into a hole at the wrong time and it could affect their path to the postseason. It's obvious at this point that Houston has to win the AL West to be postseason-bound, entering a big two-game series against the eliminated Seattle Mariners with a 77-79 record.
Carlos Correa News / Viral Sports News / September 22
Houston Astros Make Carlos Correa Announcement
The Houston Astros paused the grind of a late-September pennant race on Tuesday to mark a personal milestone for one of their own. Carlos Correa turned 32 years old, and the club used its social channels to send a simple, festive happy birthday greeting to the injured infielder who has been missing from the lineup since early May.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / September 22
What the Astros' Path to the Postseason Looks Like
It's come down to the last week of the season for the Houston Astros. After not making the postseason for the first time in nine seasons in 2025, the Astros are trying to avoid the same outcome in 2026.
Yordan Alvarez News / Field Level Media / September 21
Yordan Alvarez, Astros enter critical final stretch against Mariners
Yordan Alvarez normally lets his bat do the talking. But after the Houston Astros were swept in a three-game home series over the weekend by National League East champion Atlanta, Alvarez felt compelled to speak up at a players' meeting.
MLB News / Houston Astros on SI / September 20
Astros Bullpen, Bats Fail as Braves Sweep Way to NL East Crown
The Astros have been getting starting pitching to work low-run outings over the last three game series, but have been unable to get distance from the starters.
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.
Hunter Brown News / Houston Astros on SI / September 20
Hunter Brown Has Made the Adjustments, but the Astros Aren’t Turning Them Into Wins
Hunter Brown hit his glove with his right hand to celebrate the excellent catch by second baseman Nick Allen, who took Matt Olson out of the play. The fifth inning had ended and, once again, Brown did his part of the plan with five scoreless innings, 10 strikeouts for the fifth time in his last 10 starts and just three hits allowed.
Jose Altuve News / Viral Sports News / September 20
Houston Astros Announce Jose Altuve News on Sunday
The Houston Astros will try to salvage their weekend series against the Atlanta Braves on Sunday after dropping the first two games at Daikin Park. Atlanta took Saturday’s contest 6-3, leaving Houston at 77-78 and one game behind the Texas Rangers in the American League West.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / September 20
Astros Reveal Starting Lineup vs. Braves as Playoff Hopes Hang in the Balance
The Houston Astros have fallen out of first place in the AL West division after dropping the first two games of the series against the Atlanta Braves. The Texas Rangers have taken over the lead by one game entering Sunday with a 78-77 record, while Houston sits at 77-78.
Trey Mancini News / Viral Sports News / September 19
Former Houston Astros World Series Champion Has Retired
Trey Mancini’s baseball life will always belong first to Baltimore, and that is why he signed a one-day contract Saturday so the Orioles could honor him as he officially retired before their game against Milwaukee.
Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 19
Astros Activate Brice Matthews, Designate Jorge Barrosa For Assignment
The Astros have activated outfielder/infielder Brice Matthews from the 60-day injured list, per Brian McTaggart of MLB.com. To make room, they designated outfielder Jorge Barrosa for assignment.
Yordan Alvarez News / Lindy's Sports / September 19
Why Yordan Alvarez Makes Houston Astros a Dark Horse in AL
The Houston Astros are tied for the top spot in the AL West and aren’t even guaranteed a playoff spot, yet they could be the team to beat. Houston is 77-77, and if they don’t win their division, they could not even be playing October baseball.
Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 19
Astros’ nightmare seeding, matchup scenarios for 2026 MLB Playoffs
The Houston Astros have not had a very impressive year. The Astros may have been a playoff team in 8 of the last 9 seasons, but the 2026 season has seen them struggle to keep their heads above water as they play their final 8 games of the regular season.
The 'Active 40-HR MLB seasons' quiz
There are 26 active MLB players with at least one 40-home run season under their belt. How many of those players can you name in five minutes?
Carlos Correa News / Athlon Sports / September 18
Astros Provide Carlos Correa Update After Season-Ending Decision
The Houston Astros received encouraging news on Carlos Correa after the shortstop underwent a medical evaluation. Astros manager Joe Espada said Correa has no structural damage and is dealing with lingering inflammation.
Jake Meyers News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 18
Jake Meyers Reportedly Suffers Season-Ending Knee Injury
Astros outfielder Jake Meyers is done for the year after fouling a ball of his left knee cap in the minors, according to Brian McTaggart of MLB.com. He was placed on the minor league injured list September 12, per to his transactions tracker at MLB.com.
Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / September 16
Astros turn to Cristian Javier in rematch vs. Royals
Houston Astros manager Joe Espada announced that third baseman Carlos Correa will miss the remainder of the season, effectively ending his bid to return from left ankle surgery in May.
Carlos Correa News / Yardbarker / September 15
Astros get worst-case news for Carlos Correa's potential return
The reunion between the Houston Astros and Correa has not quite gone according to plan.
Houston Astros News / Just Baseball / September 14
Josh Hader Is Reclaiming His Throne as MLB’s Best Reliever
Amidst the inconsistency of the Houston Astros 2026 season, left-handed closer Josh Hader‘s sustained dominance has them at the top of the American League West.
Daulton Varsho News / Yardbarker / September 11
Daulton Varsho's offense finally showing signs of life for Astros
After adjusting to a new environment, his bat is finally showing flashes of life, with solid offensive contributions as of late.
Jose Altuve News / Yardbarker / September 9
Astros' Jose Altuve joins elite MLB club with hit No. 2,500
Jose Altuve has added another remarkable accomplishment to his already-decorated MLB resume.
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