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MLB News / Crawfish Boxes / September 5
Astros vs. Diamondbacks Game Discussion: 9/5/2026 
TONIGHT’S GAME: The first-place Houston Astros (73-69) will play the middle game of their three-game series with the Arizona Diamondbacks (74-68) tonight in a nationally televised game at Daikin Park.
Josh Hader News / Athlon Sports / September 5
Astros’ Josh Hader Now Owns Historic 100-Year MLB Record
Josh Hader has added another remarkable milestone to an already historic career, becoming the hardest pitcher to hit over the past century among those with at least 500 career appearances.
Cristian Javier News / Houston Astros on SI / September 5
Cristian Javier Is Showing Signs of What the Astros Need
Cristian Javier finally pitched the way the Houston Astros need him to in this final stretch of the season: He went five innings, allowing one hit and one run, with eight strikeouts and three walks to lead the way to a 3-1 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks.
The 'Multiple 3-HR games in a season' quiz
How many of the MLB players to hit three home runs in a single game multiple times in the same season can you name in five minutes?
Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century
The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.
Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / September 5
Astros' pitching trending up as series with D-backs continues
Two nights after Hayden Wesneski continued what has been a remarkably smooth return from Tommy John surgery, Cristian Javier matched his season high in strikeouts and gave the Houston Astros more confidence that their rotation is rounding into form.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / September 5
Astros Have Proven They Can Beat Best, But Must Survive Their Schedule
It is always going to be difficult to make a run toward the postseason when 16 of your final 21 games have to be played against teams with a .500 record or better.
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / September 5
Four Big Astros Questions with Fox 26 Houston’s Nate Griffin
The lights are always a little brighter when the Astros play nationally on Fox. Today we’re treated to an exclusive conversation at The Crawfish Boxes with Fox 26 Houston’s long time sports personality, Nate Griffin. Q: Nate, does something just feel “right” about the Astros playing a meaningful game in September on Fox?
Josh Hader News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 5
Astros’ Josh Hader gets 100% real on elite performance since injury return
Josh Hader has been nothing short of automatic for the Houston Astros since returning from a biceps injury that cost him the first two months of the season, and he broke down how he got there in a sit-down interview with MLB Network.
Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / September 4
Yainer Diaz's homer helps rising Astros down Diamondbacks
Yainer Diaz homered, Cristian Javier matched his season high in strikeouts, and the Houston Astros claimed the opener of their three-game interleague series against the visiting Arizona Diamondbacks with a 3-1 victory on Friday.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / September 4
Astros Receive Huge Injury Blow to Bullpen During Postseason Push
While the depth of the Houston Astros starting rotation has been filled with uncertainty throughout the season, the bullpen greatly improved their performance from the start of the season.
The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series
Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.
Steven Okert News / Field Level Media / September 4
Astros place key LHP Steven Okert (hamstring) on IL
The Houston Astros' bullpen took a hit Friday when standout left-hander Steven Okert was placed on the 15-day injured list with a right hamstring strain.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / September 4
One Troubling Trend Could Become a Major Problem for Astros in October
The Houston Astros home run numbers have hit a bit of a dip in recent months. The team is still among the top teams (currently fifth in the majors) in home runs, but their numbers have considerably cooled off since the end of July.
Steven Okert News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 4
Astros Place Steven Okert On Injured List
The Astros announced that left-hander Steven Okert has been placed on the 15-day injured list, retroactive to September 1, due to a right hamstring strain.
MLB News / Field Level Media / September 4
Fighting for postseason, Astros clash with Diamondbacks
The Houston Astros find themselves contending for a first-round bye in the playoffs despite being just three games over .500. Winners of six of their last eight games, the Astros (72-69) will aim to continue their ascent on Friday when they open a three-game series against the visiting Arizona Diamondbacks (74-67).
Carlos Correa News / Athlon Sports / September 3
Astros Receive Carlos Correa Update During White Sox Series
Carlos Correa has cleared another major hurdle in his recovery, giving the Houston Astros renewed hope that their star infielder could return before the end of the 2026 season.
Daulton Varsho News / Just Baseball / September 3
Daulton Varsho’s Free-Agent Payday is Taking a Major Hit
Amidst the chatter of Freddy Peralta tanking a potential nine-figure free-agency check, Daulton Varsho‘s similar walk-season struggles have remained relatively quiet.
Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 3
Astros get 2 big injury updates ahead of playoffs
The Houston Astros are looking to win the American League West and clinch a postseason spot. It seems as if star infielder Carlos Correa could return from injury at some point in September.
Carlos Correa News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 2
Astros’ playoff push could get huge Carlos Correa boost soon
The Houston Astros could get a late boost in the AL West race after Carlos Correa was cleared for the next stage of his rehab, less than four months after left ankle surgery.
MLB News / Yardbarker / September 2
Three impending free agents who need a strong finish to 2026
The projected free agent landscape has changed since the start of the 2026 season. But some players can still reap the benefits of free agency.
Carlos Correa News / Athlon Sports / September 1
Astros’ Carlos Correa Makes Announcement After 102 Missed Games
The Houston Astros are closing in on getting a key piece of their infield, Carlos Correa, back just in time as the race to the postseason is heating up with just weeks left in the regular season.
Dana Brown News / EssentiallySports / August 31
'It’s Not About Winning the Division': Astros’ ‘World Series’ Pressure Loomed Large Over Dana Brown Before He Parted Ways
Mutual parting or not, Dana Brown’s tenure with the Houston Astros came to an end last week. The Astros announced the decision after the team won just three games during a nine-game homestand against sub-.500 teams such as the Athletics, Mariners, and Angels.
Juan Soto News / Yardbarker / August 29
Mets activate star Juan Soto off IL ahead of Astros game
He will bat second against the Astros and be the designated hitter.
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 / Yardbarker / August 27
Astros reunite with pitching guru Brent Strom for regular-season stretch run
With the race for the American League West crown hanging in the balance, the Houston Astros fortified their pitching staff with a major addition on Thursday.
Carlos Correa News / Yardbarker / August 26
Astros could get playoff boost with Carlos Correa's return
A key part of the Houston Astros lineup could return in time for their final playoff push.
Dana Brown News / Yardbarker / August 24
Astros part ways with general manager Dana Brown
Brown had been the Astros GM since 2023 and his contract was on track to expire at the end of the 2026 season, with no talks of an extension.
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