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MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 26
Josh Hader’s key change fueling dominant start to 2025 season
The Houston Rockets signed Josh Hader in 2024. Since then, the closer’s five-year, $95 million deal has paid off for Houston and manager Joe Espada. The pitcher who dominated with the Brewers and Padres is only getting better.
MLB News / Crawfish Boxes / April 25
The Bats Took The Night Off, Astros Shutout By Royals 2-0 
I was raised to think that if I didn’t have anything nice to say, then I should say nothing at all. The Astros' lineup put that teaching to the test on Friday night.
Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 25
Astros’ Lance McCullers Jr. takes big step in injury recovery
Lance McCullers Jr. surrendered seven runs in Game 3 of the 2022 World Series, allowing a Fall Classic-record five home runs in just 4 1/3 innings. That was his last MLB start before undergoing surgery to repair a flexor tendon.
The 'Most 40 home run seasons in MLB history' quiz
How many of the 50 MLB players with three or more 40 home run seasons can you name in six minutes?
MLB News / Houston Astros on SI / April 25
Former Houston Astros Relief Pitcher Reportedly Signs With New York Mets
As the Houston Astros start to build some momentum, a former relief pitcher from their World Series team has signed with an emerging power in the National League.
Josh Hader News / Houston Astros on SI / April 25
Houston Astros All-Star Reliever’s Return to Dominance Should Excite Fan Base
One of the biggest moves made during the MLB offseason leading into the 2024 regular season was the Houston Astros' signing of Josh Hader in free agency.
Hunter Brown News / Houston Astros on SI / April 25
Houston Astros Young Starting Pitcher Is an Ace in the Making
The Houston Astros are off to a little bit of a slow start. They are just two games over .500 and sit third in the AL West. However, the team has some bright spots, one of them being young starting pitcher Hunter Brown.
Ryan Gusto News / Houston Astros on SI / April 25
Houston Astros Rookie Pitcher Thriving in Unexpected New Role
Ryan Gusto made the Houston Astros' Opening Day roster by the skin of his teeth. After a good spring training, the 26-year-old rookie right-hander earned the final spot in the Astros' bullpen in late March.
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / April 25
Trajectory of Astros’ Pitching Staff
A forward looking view of the current Astros’ pitching We know the Astros have pitched well so far through these first couple of months in 2025. The pitching staff ERA currently is ranked No.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / April 25
Houston Astros Introduce Mouth-Watering New Food Items at Daikin Park
Optimism surrounding the Houston Astros is on the rise with the homestand they just wrapped up. Facing off against the San Diego Padres and Toronto Blue Jays, the Astros were able to put together their first winning streak of the 2025 MLB regular season.
Framber Valdez News / Athlon Sports / April 25
Rival Teams Urged Not to Trade for Astros All-Star Framber Valdez
Despite trading All-Star outfielder Kyle Tucker over the offseason, the Houston Astros opted to also run it back with veteran starting pitcher Framber Valdez.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / April 24
Infielder From Houston Astros 2022 World Series Team Announces His Retirement
A former Houston Astros infielder has decided to hang up the cleats after a seven-year MLB career. The MLB transaction log shows that utility man Niko Goodrum, most recently with the New York Mets Triple-A affiliate, has decided to retire from the sport of baseball.
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / April 24
The Astros And Gradual Improvement
Following an impressive 5-1 homestand against the Padres and Blue Jays, the Astros are trending upward for arguably the first time all season instead of only treading water.
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / April 24
Today in Astros history - April 24
What happened today in team history? 1962 - St. Louis comes to town For the first time, the St. Louis Cardinals come to Houston to face off against the Colt .45s and lose 4-3 to Houston.
Tayler Scott News / Houston Astros on SI / April 24
Houston Astros Pitcher Finally Gains US Citizenship After Challenging Journey
The Houston Astros have had plenty to celebrate this week. Not only did they win the first two games of their series against the Toronto Blue Jays, but they also got some exciting news regarding one of their pitchers.
MLB News / Field Level Media / April 23
Astros hang on, finish sweep of Blue Jays
Rookie Ryan Gusto had six strikeouts over 5 2/3 effective innings, Zach Dezenzo went 3-for-4 with an RBI, and the Houston Astros posted a 3-1 victory over the visiting Toronto Blue Jays on Wednesday.
Cam Smith News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 23
Astros considering significant change involving Cam Smith
The Astros are considering some time in center field for Cam Smith, reports Chandler Rome of The Athletic.
Jose Altuve News / Athlon Sports / April 23
Astros Urged to Trade for Former MVP Finalist as Jose Altuve Replacement
Houston Astros games look quite different thus far with Brendan Rogers, not perennial All-Star Jose Altuve, manning second base. Barring anything unexpected, don’t plan on seeing Altuve shift from left field back to second for any potential playoff run.
Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / April 23
Astros bid for first series sweep of season in finale vs. Jays
It took 20 games for the Houston Astros to win consecutive contests for the first time this season. With their 5-1 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays on Tuesday, the Astros have won back-to-back series.
MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 23
Astros named as trade fit for Rays All-Star, with Jose Altuve catch
The MLB trade deadline isn’t until July 31, but rumors are already suggesting that teams like the Houston Astros could make a notable move.
Hunter Brown News / Fastball on SI / April 22
Hunter Brown Puts Himself in Houston Astros' History Books with Gem vs. Toronto Blue Jays
The Houston Astros beat the Toronto Blue Jays 7-0 on Monday night at Daikin Park, getting back to .500 at 11-11. The Blue Jays have lost three straight all of a sudden and are sitting at 12-11.
Zach Dezenzo News / Field Level Media / April 22
Zach Dezenzo, Astros eye series win over Jays
Opportunities have been few and far between for Astros utility man Zach Dezenzo, whose breakout performance on Monday helped pace Houston to a 7-0 victory over the visiting Toronto Blue Jays.
MLB News / Yardbarker / April 21
Padres star Luis Arraez stretchered off field after scary collision
San Diego Padres star Luis Arraez had to be removed from Sunday night's game on a stretcher following a scary collision with Houston Astros second baseman Mauricio Dubon.
Forrest Whitley News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 19
Astros activate Forrest Whitley from IL
The Astros announced earlier today that they’ve activated right-hander Forrest Whitley from the injured list. Righty Nick Hernandez was optioned to Triple-A in a corresponding move.
Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / April 13
Is series win over Angels a sign of things to come for Astros?
The Houston Astros have been a legitimate championship contender for the better part of the last decade. However, up until their most recent series, the Astros were limping along throughout the first two weeks of the 2025 season.
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