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The Houston Astros knew there would be some struggles on the offensive side of things given the talent they lost this offseason, but no one could have predicted their performance would be this poor out of the gate.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / March 30

Bold Prediction Sees Astros All-Star Slugger Lead AL in This Surprising Stat

The Houston Astros have produced an absurd amount of top-end offensive talent in the past decade-plus. From Jose Altuve to George Springer to Kyle Tucker

MLB News / Yardbarker / March 28

One storyline to watch for every AL West team in 2025

For the next seven months, 30 MLB clubs will compete for a chance to make the postseason and secure a World Series title.

One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2025

2,428 games to go: 10 sizzling storylines to follow for 2025 MLB season

MLB Opening Day winners and losers: Historic marks set around the league

What to expect from Yankees pitching staff to begin the season

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / March 25

Will platoon splits of opposing rotations affect the Astros’ offense?

It’s no secret that the Astros are entering the 2025 season with a paucity of LHBs. We look at the platoon splits of the rival Mariners’ and Rangers’ rotations.

Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 18

Astros’ Yordan Alvarez receives crucial spring training injury update

The Houston Astros have a spring training matchup against the Washington Nationals on Tuesday. However, the club will be without star outfielder Yordan Alvarez due to an injury he recently sustained.

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.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / February 18

Fearsome Designated Hitter Projected To Lead New-Look Houston Astros

If the new-look Houston Astros are going to continue their run of dominating the American League West, they are going to need a monstrous season from star designated hitter Yordan Alvarez.

MLB News / Dodger Blue / February 2

MLB Top-10 Left Fielders Right Now: Yordan Alvarez Tops The Shredder’s Rankings For 2025

The Los Angeles Dodgers did not have a player ranked by The Shredder on the list of MLB Top-10 Left Fielders Right Now heading into the 2025 season. However, former Dodgers prospect Yordan Alvarez topped the rankings and also placed No.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 1

Assessing Astros' best options for left-handed outfielder

If the Astros are dealing with a tighter budget, where could they look?

Reporter names two favorites to sign Alex Bregman in free agency

What’s next for Nolan Arenado after turning down the Astros?

Who are the best MLB switch-hitters of all time?

The 'ALCS MVP' quiz

MLB News / Dodger Blue / December 16

Dodgers Scout Ismael Cruz Credits Organization For Winning Baseball America’s 2024 Tony Gwynn Award

Los Angeles Dodgers international scout Ismael Cruz was named the recipient of the 2024 Tony Gwynn Award, which is Baseball America’s version of a lifetime achievement honor.

Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / October 1

Yordan Alvarez, Astros attempt to even series vs. Tigers

HOUSTON -- Astros manager Joe Espada was pleased with Yordan Alvarez's contributions in Houston's 3-1 loss during Game 1 of the American League wild-card series against the Detroit Tigers on Tuesday.

Houston Astros News / Fastball on SI / October 1

Yordan Alvarez Bounces Back From Knee Injury, Returns to Houston Astros' Lineup

Yordan Alvarez will bat second and serve as the Houston Astros' designated hitter on Tuesday, MLB.com's Brian McTaggart and The Athletic's Chandler Rome were first to report.

Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 28

Astros’ Yordan Alvarez gets big injury update before postseason

Aside from scouting a potential postseason opponent, the Houston Astros have no reason to emotionally invest in their last two 2024 regular season games against the Cleveland Guardians.

Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / September 24

Astros’ Yordan Alvarez (knee sprain) to miss Mariners series

Houston Astros manager Joe Espada said after Monday night's game that All-Star slugger Yordan Alvarez would not play during their current three-game series against the Seattle Mariners due to a knee sprain.

Houston Astros News / Larry Brown Sports / September 24

Astros share update on injured slugger ahead of stretch run

Houston needs just one win over Seattle to clinch the AL West title, but lost Monday’s series opener without the three-time All-Star in the lineup.

Zach Neto Trounces Astros With One-Man Rally

Looking back at the greatest MLB teams of the 00s

The '2017 Houston Astros World Series roster' quiz

Houston Astros News / Last Word On Sports / September 23

Astros slugger may have dodged serious injury scare

Astros slugger Yordan Alvarez was “not great” after exiting Sunday’s loss with a right knee contusion, but he may have avoided a major injury.

With 4th straight division title in sight, Astros take on Mariners

MLB stadiums of yesteryear we wish were still around

The '2017 Houston Astros World Series roster' quiz

Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 22

Astros slugger leaves game due to knee contusion

He is enjoying another tremendous season with 35 homers and a .305/.309/.564 slash line in a career-high 636 plate appearances entering Sunday's action.

Max Scherzer addresses injury-plagued season, hopes to return 'healthier'

Looking back at the greatest MLB teams of the 00s

The 'American League batting champions' quiz

Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / September 1

Watch: Astros slugger Yordan Alvarez has sixth multi-homer game

Left fielder Yordan Alvarez is the engine that is driving the Astros' offense.

Alvarez displays power as Astros sweep Royals

Astros starter vindicating club's trade with big turnaround

The greatest postseason moment for every MLB team

The '2017 Houston Astros World Series roster' quiz

Houston Astros News / Just Baseball / August 29

Yordan Alvarez Is Still the Best Hitter Nobody Talks About

Last October, I wrote about Yordan Alvarez, one of the most underrated superstars in the game. Less than a year later, I already feel compelled to return to the same subject.

Houston Astros News / Larry Brown Sports / August 13