Houston Astros News
Yordan Alvarezs MVP push with Astros is facing surprising competition from a rookie
Yordan Alvarez's blistering first half has him in the thick of the MVP race, but the Houston Astros' star faces stiff competition from an unexpected source.
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History proves that Justin Verlander going into Hall of Fame with Astros cap is not farfetched at all
Justin Verlander's Hall of Fame cap isn't a lock for the Detroit Tigers. History is full of players enshrined with a team other than the obvious choice, leaving the Houston Astros a good chance to add…
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Josh Hader's resurgence doesn't change Astros conversation surrounding his contract
The Houston Astros have gotten exactly what they wanted out of Josh Hader. However, that doesn't mean they should have paid what they did for that production.
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Astros Place Mike Burrows On Injured List
The Astros optioned right-hander Mike Burrows last week. Today, the club announced that the optional assignment has been nullified. Instead, Burrows has been placed on the major league 15-day injured…
Source: MLB Trade Rumors
Dana Brown just provided big hint to Astros next prospect call-up (but theres a catch)
The Houston Astros are considering quite the fun call-up to reinforce their rotation, but the logistics of such a move are complicated.
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Brewers Acquire Braden Shewmake, Transfer Brandon Woodruff To 60-Day IL
The Brewers have acquired infielder Braden Shewmake from the Astros, according to Curt Hogg of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. Houston, who designated Shewmake for assignment on Friday, receives cash…
Source: MLB Trade Rumors
Grading and reacting to all of the Astros' 2026 MLB Draft picks (with updates)
The Houston Astros are on their way towards one of the more interesting classes from the 2026 MLB Draft. Here are our initial grades of all of their picks.
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Tatsuya Imai injury scare turned out to be minor, but Astros optimism with him is questionable
Tatsuya Imai has failed to develop any consistency, but the Houston Astros have no choice but to believe that he can be a second-half contributor.
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Full Details of Framber Valdez's free agency exit finalized after Astros make No. 133 draft pick
The Houston Astros brought closure to the Framber Valdez era with their No. 133 selection in the 2026 MLB Draft.
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Astros go off-script with wild 2026 MLB Draft pivot after picking Texas Tech star in first round
The Houston Astros made a surprising first-round pick in the 2026 MLB draft, selecting outfielder Logan Hughes
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3 Astros drafts picks under Dana Brown that were great, 3 that set Houston back
A breakdown of Dana Brown's Houston Astros draft picks since 2023, looking at which ones are paying off, and which ones have already set Houston back.
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Astros can't leave 2026 trade deadline without moving this one player
While the Houston Astros have a big shopping list for the 2026 MLB trade deadline, they also have to think about trading players away, and one of those players who they can't afford to not trade is…
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Astros Designate Braden Shewmake For Assignment
The Astros have reinstated shortstop Jeremy Pea from the 10-day injured list. Infielder Braden Shewmake has been designated for assignment as the corresponding move. Matt Kawahara of the Houston…
Source: MLB Trade Rumors
Key piece from Astros notorious Kyle Tucker trade getting close to making deal even more lopsided
Hayden Wesneski is on the comeback trail, and his return could solidify the Kyle Tucker trade as a Houston Astros win, while also giving them a boost in the playoff chase.
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Grading the Astros last 5 first-round picks ahead of the 2026 MLB Draft
The Houston Astros' track record of success with their first-round picks in the MLB Draft in recent years is pretty spotty at best.
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Astros' 2026 draft strategy is becoming clear after latest Baseball America mock draft
Baseball America's latest mock draft has the Houston Astros selecting Justin Lebron with pick 17, revealing a clear college-bat-first strategy for Houston's draft.
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Astros 2026 MLB Draft: Complete list of picks, bonus pool, everything else you need to know
The 2026 MLB Draft is upon us, so here is a look at everything you need to know about the Houston Astros in the draft this year.
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Astros top trade chip is emerging in front of our eyes, and Houston cant afford to waste it
Houston Astros' reliever AJ Blubaugh has become an in-demand trade chip, but Dana Brown has to be careful to avoid wasting a prime asset.
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Justin Verlander's retirement vindicates Astros' heart-wrenching (but wise) decision
Houston Astros legend Justin Verlander and finally (and mercifully) decided to call it a career at season's end.
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5 Astros who need to be gone by the time the 2026 trade deadline passes
The Houston Astros are going to be all-in to win this season, so they'll be going shopping at the 2026 MLB Trade Deadline but may need to get creative.
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