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Peter Lambert News / Field Level Media / July 28
Angels next for Astros' Peter Lambert, who 'doesn’t back down'
After scoring four runs on just one hit in the ninth inning to pull out the series opener on Monday, the Houston Astros will turn to right-hander Peter Lambert to try to clinch their three-game set against the Los Angeles Angels on Tuesday night in Anaheim, Calif.
MLB News / Houston Astros on SI / July 28
Should the Astros Bring Back Lance McCullers Jr.?
The Houston Astros made the trade that sent veteran right-hander Lance McCullers Jr. to the Milwaukee Brewers on July 15. Just 11 days later, McCullers was shockingly designated for assignment by the Brewers.
MLB News / Field Level Media / July 28
Astros' 4-run small-ball rally in ninth inning sinks Angels
LaMonte Wade Jr. drove in the go-ahead run with a bases-loaded walk during a four-run ninth inning as the Houston Astros rallied for a 6-4 victory over the Los Angeles Angels on Monday in Anaheim, Calif.
The 'Home Run leaders by MLB team' quiz
How many of the career leaders in home runs for every MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / July 27
Jeremy Peña Is the One Player the Astros Can't Afford to Trade
The phone rang, but the Houston Astros already knew their answer. When the Boston Red Sox checked on Jeremy Peña's availability, Houston never let the conversation go very far.
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 / Athlon Sports / July 27
Astros' Jeremy Peña Nabs Weekly Honors Amid Playoff Push
The Houston Astros are certainly grateful to have Jeremy Peña contributing towards their postseason push. After an impressive six-game heater from July 20 to July 26, Peña was named the American League Player of the Week for the first time in his career.
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / July 27
Astros Announce 2026 Draft Class Signings 
The Houston Astros have signed 20 members of their 2026 MLB Draft class, along with three non-drafted free agents. The highest pick to sign today was second-round pick LHP Wes Mendes from Florida State University.
Bryan King News / Houston Astros on SI / July 27
Astros Should Have Seen Bryan King's Collapse Coming
Houston Astros reliever Bryan King was a steady setup man for three months of the 2026 season. It all came crashing down with five straight run-scoring appearances and a demotion.
Joe Espada News / Houston Astros on SI / July 27
Astros Manager Joe Espada Drops a Blunt Quote After Loss To White Sox
Coming out of the All-Star break, the Houston Astros were one of a handful of teams that faced a huge couple of weeks leading up to the Aug. 3 trade deadline.
Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 27
Did Ken Rosenthal really call Astros the ‘cockroaches of baseball’?
The Houston Astros are 6-3 since the All-Star break and are right in the mix of the AL West standings. With the club just 2.0 games behind the first-place Texas Rangers, it appears Houston may change its strategy altogether for the August 3 trade deadline.
MLB News / Field Level Media / July 27
Astros upbeat heading to SoCal for Angels series despite blowout loss
Despite being on the wrong end of a 12-3 thumping on Sunday afternoon in Chicago, Houston Astros manager Joe Espada was upbeat before his team boarded a plane for a three-game series against the Los Angeles Angels that begins Monday night in Anaheim, Calif.
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.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 26
Munetaka Murakami steps up on day White Sox honor him
Continuously showing a flair for the dramatic during his debut MLB season, Munetaka Murakami delivered on a day intended to honor the Japanese rookie.
Houston Astros News / Larry Brown Sports / July 27
Jeremy Peña is being linked to one team in trade rumors
Former World Series MVP Jeremy Peña is drawing some trade interest. The Boston Red Sox would “love” to acquire the Houston Astros shortstop Peña ahead of the Aug.
Josh Hader News / Houston Astros on SI / July 26
Josh Hader Is Peaking as the Trade Deadline Nears for Astros
The Astros are expected to remain active ahead of the MLB trade deadline. Adding an outfielder remains a priority, and it would not be surprising if they also pursue another starter to strengthen the rotation.
MLB News / Athlon Sports / July 26
Astros Demote Player After Win Against White Sox
The Houston Astros made a bullpen move Sunday after extending their winning streak, recalling right-hander Miguel Ullola from Triple-A Sugar Land and optioning Kai-Wei Teng after Saturday's 4-1 victory over the Chicago White Sox.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 26
Brewers quickly move on from Lance McCullers Jr.
So much for the Lance McCullers Jr. Era for the Milwaukee Brewers.
Spencer Arrighetti News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 25
Astros Place Spencer Arrighetti On 15-Day IL
Astros right-hander Spencer Arrighetti is heading to the injured list with right foot nerve irritation, the team announced. Reliever Bryan King is heading back to the big-league squad to take his spot.
Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 25
1 Astros’ blockbuster that would blow up 2026 MLB trade deadline
The Houston Astros have finally created momentum, but momentum without reinforcement is not a trade deadline plan. Friday’s 9-5 comeback victory over the Chicago White Sox extended Houston’s winning streak to four games and improved its record to 51-54.
MLB News / Athlon Sports / July 25
Astros Make Roster Move After Win Against White Sox
The Houston Astros are expected to recall left-handed reliever Bryan King from Triple-A Sugar Land after Friday night's 9-5 comeback win over the Chicago White Sox.
Nate Pearson News / Yardbarker / July 22
Royals acquire right-handed pitcher Nate Pearson from Astros
The Royals acquiring Pearson not only enhances their bullpen depth, but it also provides them with a cost-effective and controllable veteran.
Yordan Alvarez News / Yardbarker / July 20
Astros' Yordan Alvarez builds on AL MVP case in win over Marlins
While the Houston Astros have fallen behind in the AL playoff race, designated hitter Yordan Alvarez is staying firmly ahead of the pack in the chase for league MVP.
Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 20
Astros Reinstate Ronel Blanco, Bennett Sousa From 60-Day IL
The Astros announced that right-hander Ronel Blanco and left-hander Bennett Sousa have been reinstated from the 60-day injured list. The 40-man roster already had three vacancies, so these moves put the Astros at 39.
Yordan Alvarez News / Larry Brown Sports / July 18
Astros could make a major Yordan Alvarez move
The Houston Astros could be getting real experimental for the stretch run of the season. Houston could potentially move their star slugger Yordan Alvarez
Lance McCullers Jr. News / Yardbarker / July 15
Brewers acquire right-handed starter Lance McCullers Jr. from Astros
With the deadline a few weeks away, trade season is kicking into gear.
Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / July 11
Astros' Yordan Alvarez continues to be nightmare matchup for Rangers
The AL MVP favorite and Houston Astros slugger Yordan Alvarez has been unstoppable against the Texas Rangers, as he has crushed eight home runs against them this season.
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