Houston Astros News
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…
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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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Astros Still Looking For Left-Handed Outfielder, Righty Relief
The Astros unsuccessfully tried last offseason to acquire a left-handed hitting outfielder. That remains one of the front offices top priorities as they prepare for next months trade deadline,…
Source: MLB Trade Rumors
Astros demotion of Jake Meyers creates trade deadline match with Rockies
Jake Meyers' demotion clears the way for the Houston Astros to make a rumored trade for a pair of left-handed-hitting outfielders, but there's risk.
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Astros' roster move just made offseason trade with Pirates, Rays look awful
The Houston Astros just made the surprising, but necessary move with one of their prized offseason acquisitions.
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Astros Option Mike Burrows
The Astros have optioned struggling right-hander Mike Burrows to Triple-A Sugar Land, the team announced Tuesday. Fellow right-hander Alimber Santa has been recalled from Sugar Land in his place. More…
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Astros Rumors: Tarik Skubal interest ignores Dana Brown trade deadline reality
The Houston Astros are rumored to be interested in Tarik Skubal, which generally makes sense but lacks logic.
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Astros latest decision just emphasized their inexcusable Jake Meyers failure
The Houston Astros' handling of Jake Meyers the last few years has been absolutely baffling and the cost to the organization was significant.
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Hidden trade deadline gem could be Astros key to taking AL West lead
This Detroit Tigers starting pitcher could be the answer to the Houston Astros' rotation woes at the trade deadline, and it's not the guy you're thinking of.
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Yainer Diaz isnt completely himself yet, but he has still been exactly what the Astros needed
The Houston Astros struggled to find offense from the catcher spot until Yainer Diaz's return to the lineup after his oblique injury. He hasn't been as good as a couple of years ago, but it's been a…
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