Houston Astros News
There's an even simpler reason for Astros' offensive outburst than a new coaching staff
The Houston Astros' offense has been on fire, and while a simplistic approach from the coaching staff has some impact, the true cause of their rise is even simpler.
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Astros can erase Yordan Alvarez speculation with one bold decision
Signing Yordan lvarez to a contract extension would be an aggressive way for the Houston Astros to end trade speculation.
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AL West Injury Notes: Imai, OHoppe, Montgomery
Astros right-hander Tatsuya Imai landed on the 15-day injured list on April 13 with what the team called right arm fatigue, but he is progressing well in his rehab. Imai is set to throw a bullpen…
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Astros Reinstate Bennett Sousa From Injured List
The Astros have activated left-hander Bennett Sousa from the 15-day injured list, according to Matt Kawahara of the Houston Chronicle. Fellow lefty Colton Gordon is being optioned in a corresponding…
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Jose Altuves hot start for Astros a distant memory thanks to one unusual flaw
Houston Astros star Jose Altuve is struggling again and this time, there is some genuine cause for concern if he can't reverse this trend.
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One Astros' trade candidate to watch if early collapse takes wrecking ball to the roster
Bryan Abreu has been named the top potential Houston Astros' trade chip, but his massive struggles highlight just how bad the club's position really is.
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Astros pitching desperation could lead to mistake fans will hate after Phillies release
The Houston Astros are in need of starting pitching, but not every option should be considered. The Philadelphia Phillies just released a former All-Star, but the glory days are long gone.
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Timing may be only thing saving Dana Brown Astros tenure right now
Dana Brown's seat is getting scorching hot, but timing could save his job through season's end, and the longer leash could keep him with the Houston Astros beyond 2026.
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Twins Claim Christian Roa, Designate Eric Wagaman
The Twins claimed right-hander Christian Roa off waivers from the Astros, whod designated him for assignment earlier in the week, Houston announced Thursday. Minnesota designated…
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Painful assessment of Astros struggles is a sobering reminder of the tough road ahead
The Houston Astros' trials and tribulations have not only cost them early in 2026, but they also simply do not have any easy solutions.
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3 Astros who are more to blame for teams struggles than Dana Brown or Joe Espada
AJ Blubaugh, Bryan Abreu, and Yainer Diaz have all been more detrimental to the Astros than Dana Brown or Joe Espada.
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Astros considering long-rumored pivot to cover for pitching staffs collapse
The Houston Astros are considering a move from the bullpen to the rotation for Kai-Wei Teng in an effort to boost a starting rotation that has struggled with injuries and ineffectiveness to start…
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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.
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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…
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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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