Houston Astros News
Joe Espadas description of Mike Burrows at camp was truly bizarre (and awesome)
The Houston Astros have found some more colorful ways of explaining just how excited they are to have added Mike Burrows for this season and beyond.
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Astros may owe Cubs for dodging risky former Dodger looking for a fresh start
Former Los Angeles Dodgers Michael Conforto is signing with the Chicago Cubs despite recent interest from the Houston Astros.
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Astros fan wins high stakes rock-paper-scissor battle and the reward was pure cinema
The Houston Astros are busy down at spring training, but shortstop Jeremy Pea still had time to make one young fan's experience extra special.
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Spencer Arrighetti nugget from spring training should have Astros fans excited
Spencer Arrighetti has turned to Tatsuya Imai as a mentor, and the lessons he's learning could make a big impact in the Houston Astros rotation in 2026.
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Astros' plans for how to use the new ABS system include a surprising wrinkle
The Astros have decided to only let the catcher challenge pitches using the new ABS system.
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Astros' ongoing roster drama centers on beloved players they never replaced
The Houston Astros have lost key franchise cornerstones in recent years, and it may finally be catching up to them.
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Jose Altuve outlines change that could calm Astros fans' growing fears
Jose Altuve acknowledges how an inconsistent defensive assignment manifested itself at the plate, which may calm Houston Astros fans' fears heading into 2026.
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Familiar Yainer Diaz shortcoming could cause Astros real problems in 2026 and beyond
The Houston Astros may want to rein in Yainer Diaz and his decision-making powers ahead of the ABS challenge system coming to MLB.
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Royals just stole the former All-Star Astros desperately needed at camp
The Houston Astros search for a suitable backup catcher took another hit after the Kansas City Royals agreed to a deal with Elias Diaz.
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Astros' first spring training lineup offers even more reason to trade Isaac Paredes
The Houston Astros' infield depth is on full display with the first spring training lineup and it is more evidence that an Isaac Paredes trade is on the table.
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Astros loss of Framber Valdez draws mixed (and perplexing) reviews from MLB execs
The Houston Astros bid farewell to starting pitcher Framber Valdez this past offseason. Will they regret moving on?
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Astros fans waiting for Lance McCullers Jr. bounceback wont like his latest comments
Lance McCullers Jr. sounded less like a pitcher chasing a bounceback and more like one weighing the end. Houston Astros fans wont love the implication.
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Astros need this player to repeat Jake Meyers leap in 2026
The Houston Astros saw Jake Meyers make a massive leap in 2025, and if they hope to contend, they'll need a similar step forward from Spencer Arrighetti in 2026.
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Under-The-Radar Trade Possibilities For The Astros
The Astros have spent the entire offseason looking for a left-handed hitting outfielder. They swappedJess Snchez forJoey Loperfido last week. That saves around $6MM in the difference between…
Source: MLB Trade Rumors
Astros pick for player with most to prove is familiar face (but questionable choice)
Carlos Correa was named the Houston Astros player with the most to prove during spring training, but while vital, a slew of other guys have even greater pressure on their shoulders.
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Astros could trade Isaac Paredes to fast track something bigger
The Houston Astros have been shopping Isaac Paredes all offseason, but maybe they should focus on what they plan to get in return.
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Astros biggest 2026 question could define Dana Browns future
Dana Brown's future with the Houston Astros could be tied to his decision to sign Tatsuya Imai instead of bringing back Framber Valdez.
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Astros may have huge regrets if Blue Jays are right about Jesus Sanchez
If Jess Sanchez realizes his potential with the Toronto Blue Jays after leaving the Houston Astros, someone has some explaining to do.
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Astros Sign CJ Alexander To Minor League Deal
The Astros have signed infielder/outfielder CJ Alexander to a minor league deal, according to his transactions tracker at MLB.com. The PSI Sports Management client has been assigned to Triple-A Sugar…
Source: MLB Trade Rumors
Astros Showing Interest In Michael Conforto
The Astros have been seeking a lefty-hitting outfielder for much of the offseason and have shown some recent interest in Michael Conforto, reports Brian McTaggart of MLB.com. McTaggart adds that…
Source: MLB Trade Rumors
