Houston Astros News
MLB insider suggests Joe Espada is already on the clock to turn the Astros season around
If Joe Espada isn't on the hot seat already due to the Houston Astros' slow start to the season, it certainly is around the corner.
Source: Climbing Tal's Hill
Astros are dealing with bullpen trust issues and putting Joe Espada in impossible spot
Houston Astros manager Joe Espada didn't turn to Bryan Abreu during the eighth inning, and it's hard to blame him.
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The blueprint already exists for Yordan Alvarez to win MVP, even if the Astros are terrible
The Houston Astros' struggles could make Yordan Alvarez getting the attention he deserves problematic, but not impossible.
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Dana Brown may've cost the Astros their future (but there's still time for redemption)
Dana Brown might have wanted to rebuild the Houston Astros over the offseason, but his contract status made it impossible. There still might be time to save the future.
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Astros just lost a lefty bat they stumbled across after Opening Day roster snub
Taylor Trammell had a hot start to the season after replacing an injured Jake Meyers on the Houston Astros' roster, but Trammell is now dealing with an injury.
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Astros Select Daniel Johnson, Designate Christian Roa For Assignment
The Astros announced that they have selected the contract of outfielder Daniel Johnson. He takes the active roster spot of fellow outfielder Taylor Trammell, who has been placed on the 10-day injured…
Source: MLB Trade Rumors
Dana Brown's 'positive' Tatsuya Imai update wont have Astros fans finding any clear answers
Dana Brown confirmed that there's nothing medically wrong with Tatsuya Imai but the Houston Astros don't know when he will return to the pitching mound.
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Astros quest for versatility may've hurt one of their best prospects
The Houston Astros have put former top prospect Brice Matthews in awful situations, but his struggles have deeper roots and may have revealed his fatal flaw.
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Yordan Alvarezs hot start comes with a troubling twist for Astros fans
Houston Astros slugger Yordan Alvarez is off to a mighty start at the beginning of the 2026 season. But if Houston doesn't turn things around, trade rumors will soon begin to link the Astros DH with…
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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. France has the right…
Source: MLB Trade Rumors
Astros may need to turn to an under-the-radar acquisition sooner than anyone thought
No one thought much of Kai-Wei Teng when the Houston Astros acquired him this offseason, but he's proving to be a rare bright spot among a struggling pitching staff.
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Astros Select Braden Shewmake
The Astros announced that they have selected the contract of infielder Braden Shewmake. Hell take the active roster spot of infielder Nick Allen, who has been placed on the 10-day injured list due…
Source: MLB Trade Rumors
One stat tells us all we need to know about the state of the Astros pitching staff
The Houston Astros' pitching staff is in shambles as the club has used 10 starters through 21 games, setting the scene for even more chaos.
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Hunter Brown, Cristian Javier Projected To Return In 5-7 Weeks
In an interview on SportsTalk790 radio today, Astros general manager Dana Brown said right-handers Hunter Brown and Cristian Javier are tentatively expected to return to Houstons rotation by late…
Source: MLB Trade Rumors
Spencer Arrighetti could be forcing Astros into a decision they cant delay
The Houston Astros drug their feet on a Hunter Brown extension and it cost them. Will they make the mistake with Spencer Arrighetti?
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Astros Sign Daniel Johnson To Minors Contract
The Astros have signed Daniel Johnson to a minor league deal, according to the outfielders MLB.com profile page. Johnson became a free agent earlier this month when he was released from a…
Source: MLB Trade Rumors
Astros strike surprise trade with the Yankees as roster woes and injuries mount
The Houston Astros have addressed their infield depth issues with an unlikely trade with the Yankees for shortstop Braden Shewmake.
Source: Climbing Tal's Hill
Underlying data seems to show Astros were right to pursue Carlos Correa reunion
Carlos Correa has been off to a good start for the Houston Astros, but the underlying data suggests he'll be even better in all facets of the game.
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Astros Notes: Harris, Loperfido, Allen, Sousa
Outfielder Dustin Harris is expected to be with the Astros soon,manager Joe Espada told reporters, including Brian McTaggart of MLB.com. Harris was nabbed off waivers from the White Sox on…
Source: MLB Trade Rumors
Astros' timing issue may complicate Cam Smith contract extension plans
Cam Smith is a clear candidate for a contract extension but the Houston Astros' turmoil could ruin the chances of one.
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