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With the way he's playing, it's hard to believe this is Cam Smith's first spring training. The 22-year-old slugger has dominated his first training camp with the Houston Astros, putting together one of the best springs by an Astros prospect in recent memory.

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Time Is Running Out for Houston Astros Previous Top Prospect After Latest Injury

The Houston Astros have two of their former top prospects in the rotation right now. Hunter Brown and Spencer Arrighetti look like they are going to anchor the starting staff for years to come, especially after the former had a breakout campaign in 2024 and looks poised to live up to the hype that was placed upon him as a minor leaguer.

Jose Altuve News / Larry Brown Sports / March 13

Watch: Jose Altuve whiffs on ball in outfield

It’s a good thing it’s spring training, because Jose Altuve needs all the practice he can get in the outfield.

Can Hunter Brown become the Astros ace?

Kyle Tucker’s monster contract projection activates Houston Astros sour grapes

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The 'MLB franchise all-time saves leaders' quiz

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / March 13

Houston Astros Reassign Rising Star to Minors as Part of Latest Roster Cuts

The Houston Astros are beginning to trim down their roster ahead of Opening Day. In the past, there had been little question about who would be on the squad with so many stars and recognizable figures throughout the clubhouse.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / March 13

Astros Offense Remains Dormant Against Cardinals in 1-1 Spring Tie

The B squad downed the Marlins The Astros offense remains stuck in first gear, managing only one run against the Cardinals on a Yordan Alvarez RBI, whilst the Astros B-Team beat up on the Marlins 10-5.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / March 13

Houston Astros Ace May Not Be Team's Top Priority for Long-Term Extension

The Houston Astros are not strangers to seeing homegrown talent or key contributors to their World Series success depart. It started with outfielder George Springer and shortstop Carlos Correa, two prominent players who departed when they hit free agency.

Hunter Brown News / Just Baseball / March 13

Can Hunter Brown Become the Astros Ace?

The Houston Astros have been through significant roster changes throughout their dynasty years. George Springer and Carlos Correa were amongst the first to leave before Kyle Tucker and Justin Verlander departed this past winter.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / March 13

Young Houston Astros Pitcher Named Sleeper Spring Breakout Prospect

After MLB saw how well last year's inaugural Spring Breakout games went, they quickly made sure to bring them back for another go-around. The Houston Astros' game is fast-approaching as they will be taking on the Washington Nationals on Friday, March 14 at 1:05 p.m.

Cam Smith News / Crawfish Boxes / March 13

How can Cam Smith make the opening day roster?

What steps does he need to take in the last month of Spring Training? When the Astros traded right fielder Kyle Tucker to the Chicago Cubs, the fans were heartbroken and devastated.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / March 13

Why is the Farm System So Bad (and are the Rankings Fair)?

For Astros fans, the very identity of fandom is wrapped up in being underrated. In the 1980s, 1900s, and 2000s, the best teams were this close to taking down vaunted teams like the 1980 Phillies, 1986 Mets and 2004 Cardinals.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / March 13

Today in Astros history - March 13

What happened today in team history? 1962 - First ever win As a new franchise, the Colt .45s get their first win in their history in a 2-1 exhibition game against the Cleveland Indians.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / March 13

Houston Astros Have Best Top Two Starters in Entire American League

Every sport has its equalizer that can carry a team through a championship run. In basketball, an offense that gets hot from behind the 3-point line can beat a better team in the playoffs.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / March 12

Houston Astros Disastrous Free Agent Could Be at End of Line for MLB Career

Following the 2024 MLB season, one of the positions that the Houston Astros needed to find an upgrade at was first base. The corner infield spot was a black hole in their lineup as the three-year, $58.5 million contract the team agreed to with Jose Abreu ahead of the 2023 campaign turned out to be one of the worst deals in baseball.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / March 12

Nats Blast Astros’ C-Team 9-3

Today was a day for the B and C teams to get some of their last looks before the Spring Training roster starts getting smaller. And the C-team let the Nats run away with this one 9-3.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / March 12

Houston Astros Appear to Get Massive Update on Recovery of Injured Star Pitcher

The Houston Astros might have received some very good news on Wednesday afternoon. After throwing his third live batting practice of the spring with no issues, Lance McCullers Jr.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / March 12

Veteran Houston Astros RHP Working To Return From Oblique Injury in the Near Future

The Houston Astros have been dealing with quite a wide variety of injuries this spring across their whole roster. Recently signed first baseman Christian Walker being one of the most notable players to go down so far, but also Lance McCullers, Jalen Beeks, Shawn Dubin, Pedro León, Taylor Trammell, and the topic of today's article, Kaleb Ort.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / March 12

Are The Astros Missing The Window For Extensions?

One of the more interesting developments this offseason, even if it didn't capture too much fanfare then, was Hunter Brown's hiring of Scott Boras as his new agent.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / March 12

Today in Astros history - March 12

What happened today in team history? 1949 - Jimmy Wynn was born Born in Hamilton, Ohio, Wynn was raised as a lifelong Cincinnati Reds fan before getting drafted in 1963 to the Colt 45s.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / March 12

Houston Astros Star Prospect Looking To ‘Bully His Way to the Big Leagues’

The Houston Astros made a franchise-altering decision this winter when they traded right fielder Kyle Tucker to the Chicago Cubs. Along with the departure of third baseman Alex Bregman in free agency, it marked the end of an era for the franchise.

Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 11

Fatal flaw Houston Astros must address for 2025 MLB season

The Houston Astros’ infield is going to look different in 2025. New acquisitions Isaac Paredes and Christian Walker are a major reason why, but so too is what the team decided to do with franchise mainstay Jose Altuve.

Cam Smith News / Minor League Baseball on SI / March 11

Houston Astros Top Prospect Cam Smith Set to Play Right Field in Spring Training

The Houston Astros left a gap in their lineup when they dealt right fielder Kyle Tucker to the Chicago Cubs this winter, but they may have scored a potential replacement in the return package.

Jose Urquidy News / New Baseball Media / March 9

Jose Urquidy Signs with Astros: What to Make of Move

The Tigers made a depth signing on March 8, as veteran starter Jose Urquidy is coming to Detroit on a short-term deal. Urquidy, who will likely miss most of 2025, comes to the Tigers after a tough 2023 campaign and succumbing to UCL reconstruction last summer.

Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 7

Astros manager walks back Jose Altuve comments

Altuve has gotten the bulk of his spring training work in left field.

Reports: Astros sign LHP Jalen Beeks to minor league deal

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The '2017 Houston Astros World Series roster' quiz

Houston Astros News / Just Baseball / March 7

What to Make of Jose Altuve’s Move to Left Field?

Back in January, long-time Houston Astros second baseman, Jose Altuve, was rumored to be considering a position change with the potential of Alex Bregman returning to the organization.

Jose Altuve News / Yardbarker / March 3