Houston Astros News
Astros showing more optimism in Cam Smith breakout, but spring was a mixed bag
The Houston Astros are optimistic about Cam Smith breaking out in 2026, but in order to do so, he'll have to overcome a fatal flaw.
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Astros finalize Opening Day roster and cement costly offseason mistake they cant fix
The Houston Astros may have finally made up their minds when it comes to the Opening Day roster and Jeremy Pea, but it doesn't absolve them of their mistakes.
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Astros Finalize Opening Day Roster
The Astros finalized their Opening Day roster, most announcing that shortstop Jeremy Pena will avoid a season-opening trip to the injured list. Catcher Csar Salazar was designated for assignment,…
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Astros should play it safe with Jeremy Pena and the reasons why are obvious
The Houston Astros have yet to make a commitment to shortstop Jeremy Pea ahead of Opening Day. Why not just be patient?
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The player Astros fans will be watching most on Opening Day
Jose Altuve having a big Opening Day will bode well for the Houston Astros' hopes in 2026 and help to delay the uncomfortable conversation that will inevitably come.
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Astros To Select Christian Vzquez
The Astros are going to open the season with Christian Vzquez as their backup to catcher Yainer Diaz, manager Joe Espada tells Matt Kawahara of The Houston Chronicle. He had been in camp on a minor…
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Joe Espada clarifies Astros' Spencer Arrighetti Opening Day roster move
Joe Espada explains that the Houston Astros' decision comes with more factors than what meets the eye and bodes well for his future.
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Astros Peter Lambert Granted His Release
Astros righty Peter Lambert was granted his release after triggering an out clause in his minor league deal, manager Joe Espada tells reporters (link via Matt Kawahara of the Houston Chronicle). The…
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One bold prediction for the Astros heading into Opening Day that fans will love
If you are looking to get a little bit wild in predicting what happens with the Houston Astros this coming season, believing in Tatsuya Imai is a good start.
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Astros Finalize Season-Opening Rotation
The Astros announced their season-opening rotation on Monday afternoon.Hunter Brown,Mike Burrows, Cristian Javier andTatsuya Imai will take the ball in that order for their four-game opener…
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Astros' stalled commitment to Opening Day roster can only mean one thing
The Houston Astros have yet to commit to their Opening Day roster, but Brice Matthews has proven that he belongs. What's Houston waiting for?
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Astros could solve lefty bat woes in a trade for hopelessly blocked Dodgers prospect
As the Houston Astros continue to search for a left-handed-hitting outfielder, they could benefit by trading for a Los Angeles Dodgers slugging prospect with no path to the majors.
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The Athletic just dropped some intriguing reasons for Cam Smith Astros breakout
Underlying data provides hope for a Cam Smith breakout in 2026, helping the Houston Astros truly contend this year while also brightening their future outlook.
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Jose Altuve concern becoming impossible for Astros to ignore during spring training
Jose Altuve is really struggling during Houston Astros spring training, and the data shows that the seeds of this downturn were present in 2025, causing concern in 2026.
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Astros insiders wild prediction seems hopelessly optimistic, but not totally wrong
One Houston Astros' beat writer expects the Astros to win the division in 2026 and while there are valid reasons, they may not match reality.
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Offseason In Review: Houston Astros
Houstons front office had a difficult task this offseason: acquire multiple starters despite limited payroll flexibility and one of the sports weakest farm system. They pulled that off, albeit…
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Astros bizarre connection to ex-Mariners infielder raises more questions than answers
The Houston Astros' reported interest in former Seattle Mariners utility man Dylan Moore makes little sense in the context of their actual needs.
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Bennett Sousa injury's forces Astros to deal with painful truth ahead of Opening Day
The Houston Astros struggled with injuries in 2025, and they've reared their ugly head once again with the 2026 Opening Day just around the corner.
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Astros need to consider infield logjam solution that best serves in 2026 and beyond
The Houston Astros have eyes on contending, and with no end insight to their infield logjam, they need to arrive at the logical conclusion that benching Christian Walker for Isaac Paredes is their…
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Astros Rule 5 pick just got his roster spot opening after Bennett Sousas injury
The Houston Astros' bullpen appears to be in a very tenuous spot at the moment, but the injury uncertainty could end up benefitting Roddery Muoz the most.
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