Houston Astros News
Astros 2026 International Free Agency: Full Details, Expected Signings, Bonus Pool
International free agency is upon us and the Houston Astros are expected to play a major role in the signing madness starting with shortstop Albert Fermin.
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Astros rumored potential Isaac Paredes trade partner has key hurdle to overcome
Alex Bregman's decision to leave the Boston Red Sox presents the Houston Astros with the perfect partner in an Isaac Paredes trade, but a key sticking point stands in the way.
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Jim Cranes curious track record should be a warning for Astros regarding Dana Brown
Jim Crane's history with Houston Astros' top execs may not spell a bright future for current general manager Dana Brown.
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Jeremy Pea nearly signed an extension with Astros before one key detail ruined it
The Houston Astros nearly had a contract extension in place with Jeremy Pea before Scott Boras got involved.
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Astros are positioned to exploit Red Sox desperation after Alex Bregman's exit
The Houston Astros prefer to keep Isaac Paredes, but after losing Alex Bregman to the Chicago Cubs, the Boston Red Sox may come calling.
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Astros stand to benefit from in-division drama with one glaring exception
The Houston Astros may seem to be on the downslope; however, dysfunction and drama around the AL West put the club in a better position to succeed in 2026 than most would think.
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Astros bleak 2026 payroll outlook just got one tiny bit of hope
The Houston Astros have dealt with difficult realities in recent years, and while 2028 looks like it will bring some light at the end of the tunnel, there are still issues the club must contend with.
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Tarik Skubal arbitration mess shows why Astros must extend Hunter Brown
The Houston Astros need to look at what is happening in Detroit with Tarik Skubal to guide their next steps when it comes to Hunter Brown.
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Astros are on notice after Jeremy Pea's eye-popping arbitration settlement
The Houston Astros came to terms with Jeremy Pea on a contract for 2026, but the higher-than-expected settlement could have serious ramifications for the club.
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Yainer Diazs arbitration may accelerate Astros timeline for first round pick
The Houston Astros failed to reach an arbitration settlement with Yainer Diaz. That may not matter right now, it could mean a pivot to Walker Janek is coming.
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Alex Bregmans gamble pays off in huge way a year after leaving Astros
Former Houston Astros third baseman Alex Bregman bet on himself when he walked away from the Astros last year, and he won.
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Astros prospects in awkward spot after Tatsuya Imais contract structure revealed
The Houston Astros certainly stabilized their rotation with Tatsuya Imai, but it also has created a difficult path for the Astros' younger arms.
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Orioles Notes: Henderson, Valdez, Astros
Gunnar Hendersons third full Major League season was another success, as the infielder hit .274/.349/.438 with 17 home runs over 651 plate appearances. It was more or less a match for the 2023…
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Astros arbitration drama with Isaac Paredes could make their next step crystal clear
The Houston Astros remain at an arbitration impasse with Isaac Paredes, and that gives the impression that a trade may be the next step.
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Astros owner breaks silence on payroll concern fans have feared for months
Houston Astros owner Jim Crane admitted that the team may not have an inclination to go over the luxury tax in 2026.
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Yankees claim discarded Astros reliever and it feels deliberately petty
The Houston Astros designated Kaleb Ort for assignment after signing Tatsuya Imai, and the New York Yankees picked him up.
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Yankees Claim Kaleb Ort
The Yankees have claimed right-hander Kaleb Ort off waivers from the Astros, reports Ari Alexander of 7News Boston. Houston recently designated Ort for assignment when they signed Tatsuya Imai. The…
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Astros window to extend Jeremy Pea may have already passed
Following his 2025 breakout and a change in agents, it appears that the Houston Astros missed the boat on a Jeremy Pea extension.
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Astros' starter is the key to the rotation's success and it's not who you might think
The Houston Astros have a pair of shiny new starters in the rotation, but it's an old arm working his way back that his the true key to the rotation's success.
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18 Players Exchange Filing Figures
Teams and arbitration-eligible players had until 7:00 pm Central to agree to terms or exchange filing figures. The vast majority agreed to salaries, either this afternoon or before Novembers…
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