Houston Astros News
Astros misguided offseason trade decision continues to look worse and worse
After being engulfed in trade rumors, Isaac Paredes' cold start threatens the chance the Houston Astros have of receiving any value for him at the deadline.
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Dana Brown will shoulder blame for Astros pitching staff woes, but it's not all on him
The Houston Astros cheaped out on pitching this offseason, and while much of that has to do with Jim Crane, Dana Brown's past choices set the scene for the penny-pinching.
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Joe Espada sent a clear message to Bryan Abreu (and the rest of the Astros bullpen)
The Houston Astros won a one-run game without deploying Bryan Abreu in the ninth inning. Is Joe Espada going with a closer-by-committee while Josh Hader's out?
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Tatsuya Imai's struggles highlight the risks that the Astros did not plan for
The Houston Astros are finding out now that just because Tatsuya Imai is immensely talented does not mean that his adjustment to MLB will be easy.
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Hunter Brown responds to Dana Brown and Astros drama escalates quickly
Houston Astros starting pitcher Hunter Brown seems to have taken issue with Dana Brown's insinuations about his injury.
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Under-appreciated Astros prospect could help solve Houstons rotation quandary
The Houston Astros' starting rotation is crashing and burning amid injuries and poor performance, while forgotten prospect Miguel Ullola dominates Triple-A.
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Astros To Recall Spencer Arrighetti
Astros right-hander Spencer Arrighetti is expected to get the ball for an upcoming matchup against the Rockies, reports Brian McTaggart of MLB.com. Itll come either today or tomorrow, adds…
Source: MLB Trade Rumors
Tributes poured in after former Astros manager Phil Garner passed away
When former Houston Astros manager Phil Garner passed away recently, the tributes to him and his legacy were fast and numerous.
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Astros To Sign Brandon Bielak To Minor League Deal
The Astros are going to sign right-hander Brandon Bielak to a minor league deal, reports Ari Alexander of 7News Boston. Alexander adds that the Gaeta Sports Management client will report to Triple-A…
Source: MLB Trade Rumors
Astros' early-season struggles are overshadowing Jose Altuve's stunning revival
Jose Altuve's boggling minds with an MVP-level start, but as he heats up, the Houston Astros are crumbling around him.
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Astros losing skid has surprising silver lining hiding in plain sight
The Houston Astros fanbase is restless, and they should be. But there's a hidden truth amid the Astros' eight-game losing steak that should bring some comfort.
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Carlos Correa tries to spin Astros disaster but reality tells another story
Carlos Correa was candid about the Houston Astros' early struggles but the reality of the situation should be concerning.
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Astros' ongoing pitching problem starts with one brutal truth
The Houston Astros' pitching staff certainly has an issue with injuries, but their issues go deeper than just who is healthy and who is not.
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Astros injury crisis may push Dana Brown to pursue overlooked free-agent arm
The Houston Astros are running out of starting pitchers and may have to turn to free agent right-hander Lucas Giolito to help fill the void.
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Astros Place Jeremy Pea, Tatsuya Imai On Injured List
The Astros announced that they have placed infielder Jeremy Pea on the 10-day injured list with a grade 1 hamstring strain. Right-hander Tatsuya Imai has been placed on the 15-day IL due to right…
Source: MLB Trade Rumors
Astros injury surge could push Jim Crane toward inevitable decision
The Houston Astros' season is already spiraling out of control, and Jim Crane may be forced to act soon.
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Cody Bolton To Undergo Imaging For Mid-Back Tightness
Right-hander Cody Bolton only recently stepped into a beleaguered Astros rotation, but his spot already appears to be in danger. As noted by Matt Kawahara of the Houston Chronicle, Bolton was removed…
Source: MLB Trade Rumors
This undervalued prospect could force Astros into unexpected decision
The Houston Astros pitching staff is battling and struggling, but forgotten prospect Miguel Ullola's scorching start could force the club to make a bold move.
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Phil Garner Passes Away
Former three-time All-Star and longtime manager Phil Garner passed away on Saturday at age 76. A statement released by Garners family praised the medical care given to Garner during his fight…
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Astros' biggest offseason regret is already setting the stage for their downfall
The Houston Astros went with unproven options to build the backbone of their starting rotation and are beginning to pay the price.
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