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Astros Will Be The First Team To Unveil A New City Connect Uniform In 2025

The Houston Astros have been one of the best teams in Major League Baseball over the past eight seasons as they made seven straight American League Championship Series appearances. However, that streak of ALCS appearances came to an end in 2024 as they lost to the Detroit Tigers in the wild-c...

James Merling • 1 year ago

CHICAGO - MAY 31: Pitcher Billy Wagner #13 of the Houston Astros throws a pitch during the MLB game against the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field in Chicago, Illinois on May 31, 2002. The Astros defeated the Cubs 4-1.

Astros Make A Big Announcement About Billy Wagner

The Houston Astros made the postseason for an eighth consecutive season after finishing with a record of 88-73 and winning the American League West. Although the Astros made yet another playoff appearance, their streak of seven straight American League Championship Series appearances ended as...

James Merling • 1 year ago

HOUSTON, TEXAS - AUGUST 2: Alex Bregman #2 of the Houston Astros hits an infield single against the Tampa Bay Rays during the third inning at Minute Maid Park on August 2, 2024 in Houston, Texas.

Insider Says It Appears That Astros May Lose Alex Bregman

The Houston Astros have been one of the best teams in Major League Baseball since winning the World Series title in 2017. After appearing in seven straight American League Championship Series, the Astros lost to the Detroit Tigers in the wild-card series in 2024, ending the streak. The Astros...

James Merling • 1 year ago

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BALTIMORE, MARYLAND - AUGUST 25: Alex Bregman #2 of the Houston Astros hits a home run in the seventh inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on August 25, 2024 in Baltimore, Maryland.

Analyst Has A Strong Belief On Where Alex Bregman Will Sign

The Houston Astros made the postseason for the eighth straight season after finishing with a record of 88-73 and winning the American League West. Although the Astros made the playoffs again, their streak of seven consecutive American League Championship Series appearances ended as they lost...

James Merling • 1 year ago

Astros Are Reportedly Pursuing 2 Free Agents

The Houston Astros made the playoffs for an eighth straight season after finishing with a record of 88-73 and winning the American League West. Although the Astros made the playoffs again, they failed to make it eight straight American League Championship Series appearances as they lost to th...

James Merling • 1 year ago

Jose Altuve #27 of the Houston Astros throws out Jonah Heim #28 of the Texas Rangers during the third inning in Game Seven of the American League Championship Series at Minute Maid Park on October 23, 2023 in Houston, Texas.

Jose Altuve Could Take On New Positional Role This Season

The Houston Astros have been among the best teams in the American League over the past few seasons. After reaching seven consecutive American League Championship Series from 2017 to 2023, the Astros lost to the Detroit Tigers in the wild-card round in 2024. The Astros' roster will look slight...

James Merling • 1 year ago

Billy Wagner throws out the first pitch before Game 2 of the ALDS between the Tampa Bay Rays and the Houston Astros at Minute Maid Park on October 05, 2019 in Houston, Texas.

Billy Wagner Reveals Why He Is Entering Hall Of Fame With Astros

James Merling • 1 year ago The Major League Baseball offseason has held the interest of many fans after multiple big-name players have signed with new teams via free agency or have been involved in trades. While current players prepare for the 2025 season, some former players also had an exciting offseason as the 2025...

Framber Valdez #59 of the Houston Astros pitches against the Texas Rangers in the first inning at Globe Life Field on August 30, 2022 in Arlington, Texas.

Framber Valdez Leads An Impressive Stat Since 2020

James Merling • 1 year ago The Houston Astros made the postseason for the eighth straight season after winning the American League West Division for the fourth straight year and finishing with a record of 88-73. Although the Astros made the playoffs again, their streak of seven straight American League Championship Ser...

HOUSTON, TEXAS - OCTOBER 02: Alex Bregman #2 of the Houston Astros warms up prior to playing the Detroit Tigers in Game Two of the Wild Card Series at Minute Maid Park on October 02, 2024 in Houston, Texas.

Insider Makes Big Prediction About Alex Bregman's Future

James Merling • 1 year ago The Houston Astros continued to dominate the American League West division as they won the division title for the fourth straight year and the seventh time in the last eight seasons. After finishing with a record of 88-73, the Astros failed to reach the American League Championship Series for...

Alex Bregman #2 of the Houston Astros hits a solo home run during the third inning against the Oakland Athletics at Minute Maid Park on September 13, 2023 in Houston, Texas.

Alex Bregman Has 'Serious Offers' From Multiple Teams

James Merling • 1 year ago The Major League Baseball offseason has seen multiple big-name players change teams via trade or free agency. Some of the superstars to move include Juan Soto going to the New York Mets, Kyle Tucker going to the Chicago Cubs, and Corbin Burnes going to the Arizona Diamondbacks. With spring tr...

Analyst Believes 1 MLB Team Is Done Making Any 'Big Dollar' Moves

James Merling • 1 year ago The Houston Astros continued their streak of postseason appearances in 2024 to eight straight seasons after finishing with a record of 88-73 and winning the American League West. Although the Astros made the postseason, they made a quick exit after getting swept in the wild-card round by the...

WASHINGTON, DC - OCTOBER 27: The batting helmets of the Houston Astros are seen during batting practice prior to Game Five of the 2019 World Series against the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park on October 27, 2019 in Washington, DC.

Fans React To Astros' Potential Lineup In 2025

James Merling • 2 years ago The Houston Astros made the playoffs for the eighth straight season after winning the American League West. Although the Astros made the postseason again, their streak of seven consecutive American League Championship Series appearances came to an end after a wild-card loss to the Detroit Tig...

Jose Altuve #27 and Chas McCormick #20 of the Houston Astros high five after defeating the Philadelphia Phillies 3-2 in Game Five of the 2022 World Series at Citizens Bank Park on November 03, 2022 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Analyst Names Free Agent First Baseman As A Good Fit For Astros

James Merling • 2 years ago The Houston Astros have been a dominant force in the American League for the past eight seasons after making seven straight American League Championship Series. Now that the streak has ended with their wild-card loss in 2024, the Astros' streak of dominance could be coming to an end. The Astr...

HOUSTON, TEXAS - OCTOBER 01: Alex Bregman #2 of the Houston Astros looks on prior to playing the Detroit Tigers during Game One of the Wild Card Series at Minute Maid Park on October 01, 2024 in Houston, Texas.

Details Emerge About Why Alex Bregman May Not Return To Astros

James Merling • 2 years ago The Houston Astros have been one of Major League Baseball's best teams over the past decade with their stretch of seven straight American League Championship Series appearances. In those seven straight ALCS appearances, the Astros managed to win two World Series titles in 2017 and 2022. The s...

A Houston Astros hat and glove are seen in the dugout during the fourth inning in game three of the American League Championship Series against the New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium on October 22, 2022 in New York City.

Astros Are Emerging As 'Serious Suitors' To Acquire Star Infielder

Justin Hussong • 2 years ago This MLB offseason has been spicy so far and has seen the largest contract in sports history handed out to Juan Soto in the form of his 15-year, $765 million deal with the New York Mets, but there is a lot more to be done before all the dust settles. There is another star infielder being floa...

Former GM Says Astros Must Make One Move This Offseason

James Merling • 2 years ago The Houston Astros have been one of the best teams in Major League Baseball as they appeared in seven straight American League Championship Series. Although that streak was snapped in 2024, the Astros still won the American League West with a record of 88-73. The Astros dynasty could be comin...

HOUSTON, TEXAS - OCTOBER 02: Alex Bregman #2 of the Houston Astros warms up prior to playing the Detroit Tigers in Game Two of the Wild Card Series at Minute Maid Park on October 02, 2024 in Houston, Texas.

Analyst Names The Team That Is The Best Fit For Alex Bregman

James Merling • 2 years ago The Houston Astros' streak of seven straight American League Championship Series appearances came to an end in 2024. After finishing with a record of 88-73 and winning the American League West division, the Astros were swept in the wild-card series by the Detroit Tigers. The Astros enter the...

HOUSTON, TEXAS - OCTOBER 01: Alex Bregman #2 of the Houston Astros looks on prior to playing the Detroit Tigers during Game One of the Wild Card Series at Minute Maid Park on October 01, 2024 in Houston, Texas.

Details Emerge About Astros' Offer To Alex Bregman

James Merling • 2 years ago The Houston Astros' streak of seven straight American League Championship Series appearances finally ended in 2024 when they lost in the wild-card round. After that elimination by the Detroit Tigers, the Astros headed into the offseason not knowing if their longtime third baseman would be on...

Former GM Names 2 Big Questions For Astros This Offseason

James Merling • 2 years ago The Houston Astros' streak of seven consecutive appearances in the American League Championship Series came to an end in 2024 after losing to the Detroit Tigers in the wild-card series. Now that the season is over, the Astros will have to make a decision on one of their longtime players who h...

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Astros Announce New Stadium Name Beginning In 2025

James Merling • 2 years ago The Houston Astros had another successful season as they won the American League West for the fourth straight year with a record of 88 wins and 73 losses. After making the American League Championship Series the last seven seasons in a row, the Astros lost in the first round of the playoffs i...

HOUSTON, TEXAS - OCTOBER 02: Alex Bregman #2 of the Houston Astros warms up prior to playing the Detroit Tigers in Game Two of the Wild Card Series at Minute Maid Park on October 02, 2024 in Houston, Texas.

Analyst Has A Strong Belief On Where Alex Bregman Will Sign

James Merling • 2 years ago After making their eighth straight trip to the playoffs, the Houston Astros lost for the first time before appearing in the ALCS, getting swept by the Detroit Tigers in the wild-card round. Now, one Astros star is set to test free agency after playing his whole career in a Houston uniform. An...

HOUSTON, TEXAS - OCTOBER 01: Alex Bregman #2 of the Houston Astros looks on prior to playing the Detroit Tigers during Game One of the Wild Card Series at Minute Maid Park on October 01, 2024 in Houston, Texas.

Alex Bregman Is Reportedly Open To A Position Change

James Merling • 2 years ago The Houston Astros' streak of seven straight ALCS appearances ended this season when they were swept in the wild-card round. After winning the AL West for the fourth straight year, the Astros were eliminated by the Detroit Tigers. Now that the season is complete, one long-time Astros star has...

SEATTLE, WASHINGTON - JULY 19: Julio Rodriguez #44 of the Seattle Mariners flips hit bat after an out during the third inning against the Houston Astros at T-Mobile Park on July 19, 2024 in Seattle, Washington. The Houston Astros won 3-0

Astros OF Sent A Clear Message After Robbing Julio Rodriguez Of Home Run

Justin Hussong • 2 years ago The Houston Astros have quietly stormed back from a brutal start to the season to finally take sole possession of first place in the AL West after a 4-2 win over the Seattle Mariners on Saturday night. The win was highlighted by one steller home run robbery, and the Astros' outfielder took th...

MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - JULY 05: Joey Loperfido #10 of the Houston Astros (R) celebrates his catch for an out against the Minnesota Twins with teammate Jake Meyers #6 in the seventh inning at Target Field on July 05, 2024 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Astros defeated the Twins 13-12.

Astros OF Might Have Made The Catch Of The Year On Friday

Justin Hussong • 2 years ago The Houston Astros have been on fire recently and have completely erased their poor 12-24 start from earlier in the season and have now won 13 of 15 to up their record to 46-42 after last night's 13-12 win over the Minnesota Twins. Despite 25 runs being scored, one defensive play overshadowed...

José Abreu #79 of the Houston Astros after hitting a rbi double against the Los Angeles Angels in the sixth inning at Angel Stadium of Anaheim on June 09, 2024 in Anaheim, California.

Fans React To Today's Jose Abreu News

Andres Chavez • 2 years ago The Houston Astros had to make a tough decision on Friday. After signing first baseman Jose Abreu to a three-year, $58.3 million contract before the start of the 2023 season, the team released the former star on Friday. It was certainly shocking for some, but from a performance standpoint, it...

José Abreu #79 of the Houston Astros rounds the bases after hitting a home run in the ninth inning against the Minnesota Twins during Game Three of the Division Series at Target Field on October 10, 2023 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Astros Insider Explains The Team's Jose Abreu Decision

Andres Chavez • 2 years ago In MLB, players who have a reputation for being good clubhouse presences are valued, especially if they are respected veterans who have had success. Of course, there has to be a minimum of on-field production to justify their presence on the roster. In the specific case of Houston Astros firs...

José Abreu #79 of the Houston Astros at bat against the Seattle Mariners at T-Mobile Park on May 30, 2024 in Seattle, Washington.

Insider Reveals Surprising Jose Abreu Update

Andres Chavez • 2 years ago Before the start of the 2023 season, the Houston Astros made a puzzling move: they signed a veteran, past-his-prime slugger in Jose Abreu to play first base. Abreu, of course, had been one of the most productive players in the American League for almost a decade with the Chicago White Sox. He...

Jose Altuve #27 of Houston Astros rests his hat and glove in the dugout before the game against the Milwaukee Brewers at Miller Park on April 10, 2016 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Astros Insider Links Team To White Sox Pitcher

Andres Chavez • 2 years ago The Houston Astros are finding 2024 to be more difficult than they initially thought. Of course, injuries have had a lot to do with their less-than-ideal 28-35 record. Starting pitching has been a problem area since the start of the season. Accomplished stars Alex Bregman and Kyle Tucker are...

Kyle Tucker #30 of the Houston Astros hits a sacrifice fly scoring Mauricio Dubón #14 against the Oakland Athletics in the top of the six inning on May 25, 2024 at the Oakland Coliseum in Oakland, California.

Kyle Tucker Tops Powerful 2024 Projection Amid Hot Start

Andres Chavez • 2 years ago Generally speaking, offense is down in 2024 compared to the 2023 MLB season. The league-wide OBP is .311, down from .320 last season. Likewise, teams are slugging .388, well down from .414 in 2023. That's why players who pose a threat to hit 40 home runs or more are more valuable than ever. H...

A Houston Astros hat and glove are seen in the dugout during the fourth inning in game three of the American League Championship Series against the New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium on October 22, 2022 in New York City.

Astros Highlight Monumental Moment For Women In MLB

Andres Chavez • 2 years ago In a game historically dominated by men, everything a woman achieves and any position they earn in MLB thanks to their skill and knowledge should be celebrated. Each year we see more female executives, managers, and coaches. It's time for the broadcast world to add talented female voices, too...

A Houston Astros hat and glove are seen in the dugout during the fourth inning in game three of the American League Championship Series against the New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium on October 22, 2022 in New York City.

Astros GM Shuts Down Potential Trade Deadline Scenario

Andres Chavez • 2 years ago The Houston Astros have been one of the most disappointing teams in baseball if we look at their win-loss record. With a 12-22 record and two consecutive losses (not to mention a mediocre 5-5 record in their last 10), they have been bad to open the year, plain and simple. At the moment, they...

Jose Altuve #27 of the Houston Astros celebrates after scoring a home run on the third inning during the MLB World Tour Mexico City Series between the Houston Astros and the Colorado Rockies at Estadio Alfredo Harp Helú on April 28, 2024 in Mexico City, Mexico.

Jose Altuve Has Reached A Remarkable Milestone

Andres Chavez • 2 years ago Houston Astros infielder Jose Altuve is one of the best players of his generation. He has been an ever-present figure in the Astros' run of dominance in the American League, from 2017 to 2022. To be fair, he was already a star even before then. He has won batting titles, Silver Sluggers, and...

Justin Verlander #35 of the Houston Astros waves from the dugout before the game against the New York Yankees during Opening Day at Minute Maid Park on March 28, 2024 in Houston, Texas.

Graphic Highlights Historic Justin Verlander Stat

Andres Chavez • 2 years ago Wins Above Replacement, or WAR, is a useful stat to assess how much a pitcher, or a player, has contributed to his team relative to a replacement-level player. The higher the WAR is, the better the pitcher is. Since WAR is a cumulative stat, its highest earners and leaders are usually workhor...