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The Houston Astros celebrate after defeating the Philadelphia Phillies 4-1 to win the 2022 World Series in Game Six of the 2022 World Series at Minute Maid Park on November 05, 2022 in Houston, Texas.

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Houston Astros starting pitcher Justin Verlander #35 tips his cap after being taken out of the game during the ninth inning against the Seattle Mariners at T-Mobile Park on September 25, 2023 in Seattle, Washington.

MLB Insider Highlights Justin Verlander's Hall Of Fame Status

The Houston Astros found themselves hanging by a thread before opening a crucial series against the Seattle Mariners on Monday. A recent run of bad results had left them only half a game ahead of the first team with no playoff spot in the Wild Card standings. A loss on Monday wou

Andres Chavez • 7 months ago

Kyle Tucker #30 of the Houston Astros looks on after hitting a two-RBI double against the New York Yankees during the sixth inning at Yankee Stadium on August 4, 2023 in New York City.

The Astros Had A Shocking Weekend In Houston

The Houston Astros entered this past weekend in the driver's seat to win the AL West. But, so much can change over a three-game series. Facing the Kansas City Royals at home, the Astros proceeded to get swept by the much inferior team. That along with the Texas Rangers sweepin

Jarrett Prendergast • 7 months ago

Manager Dusty Baker of the Houston Astros looks on during batting practice ahead of Game Three of the 2022 World Series at Citizens Bank Park on October 31, 2022 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

The Astros Continue To Struggle Against 1 Opponent

The Houston Astros are the defending World Series champions. They are a team that most people do not like due to their cheating scandal in 2017. But, they have an incredible roster and are in contention every year. Most years the Astros are far and away the top team in the AL

Jarrett Prendergast • 7 months ago

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Alex Bregman Owns An Elite Stat For The Astros

Alex Bregman #2 of the Houston Astros looks on after a called strike during the third inning against the Oakland Athletics at Minute Maid Park on September 13, 2023 in Houston, Texas.

Jarrett Prendergast • 7 months ago The Houston Astros are in the thick of a playoff race seemingly every season. Mostly because they have a strong roster and a good veteran manager. Houston is known by many for the cheating scandal back in 2017. That has caused them to be one of the most disliked teams in baseb

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.

Stat Proves Alex Bregman Is Reaching New Heights

Andres Chavez • 7 months ago

Kyle Tucker #30 of the Houston Astros hits an RBI triple during the sixth inning against the San Diego Padres at Minute Maid Park on September 10, 2023 in Houston, Texas.

Kyle Tucker Had A Shocking Inning On Sunday

Andres Chavez • 7 months ago

Justin Verlander #35 of the Houston Astros pitches against the Texas Rangers during the second inning at Globe Life Field on September 6, 2023 in Arlington, Texas.

Justin Verlander Won An Important Showdown

Jarrett Prendergast • 7 months ago

Jose Abreu #79 of the Houston Astros rounds the bases after hitting a grand slam home run against the Texas Rangers during the third inning at Globe Life Field on September 6, 2023 in Arlington, Texas.

The Astros Offense Made History Against The Rangers

Andres Chavez • 7 months ago

Joel Kuhnel #60 of the Houston Astros and teammate Martin Maldonado #15 celebrate the team's 14-1 win over the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field on September 5, 2023 in Arlington, Texas.

The Astros Recaptured An Important Crown

Jarrett Prendergast • 7 months ago

The Astros Recaptured An Important Crown

Joel Kuhnel #60 of the Houston Astros and teammate Martin Maldonado #15 celebrate the team's 14-1 win over the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field on September 5, 2023 in Arlington, Texas.

Jarrett Prendergast • 7 months ago The Houston Astros have not had the dominant regular season we have become accustomed to. Not including the COVID-shortened season, the Astros have won at least 95 games in each of the past five seasons. Also, they took home the AL West crown in each of those years. Well, this

Jose Altuve #27 of the Houston Astros runs the bases after hitting a solo home run against the Texas Rangers during the first inning at Globe Life Field on September 5, 2023 in Arlington, Texas. Altuve hit a home run in each of his first three at bats.

Jose Altuve Had A Night For The Ages Tuesday

Andres Chavez • 7 months ago

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.

Fan At Astros Game Goes Viral After Hilarious Interview

Andres Chavez • 8 months ago

Justin Verlander #35 of the Houston Astros pitches in the third inning against the Boston Red Sox at Minute Maid Park on August 22, 2023 in Houston, Texas.

Astros Insider Highlights Upcoming Justin Verlander Schedule

Andres Chavez • 8 months ago

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.

The Astros Are Getting A Major Veteran Reinforcement

Andres Chavez • 8 months ago

The Astros Are Getting A Major Veteran Reinforcement

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.

Andres Chavez • 8 months ago The Houston Astros offense has been incredibly impressive in the month of August. Everybody is healthy and producing: Jose Altuve, Alex Bregman, Yordan Alvarez, Chas McCormick, Kyle Tucker, Yainer Diaz, and others are in their best stretches of the season, and the team has routinely

The Astros Offense Is Having A Unique Month Of August

Yordan Alvarez #44 of the Houston Astros celebrates with Jose Abreu #79 after hitting a three-run home run against the Boston Red Sox during the sixth inning at Fenway Park on August 28, 2023 in Boston, Massachusetts.

Andres Chavez • 8 months ago It didn't always seem like it this season, but the Houston Astros had an elite offense entering play in March and still have it at this moment. It was a matter of getting everybody healthy and in a groove. Right now, the Astros are in the middle of a fierce battle for the AL…

Martin Maldonado #15 of the Houston Astros pitches in the ninth inning against the Boston Red Sox at Minute Maid Park on August 24, 2023 in Houston, Texas.

The Astros Suffered A Historic Defeat On Thursday

Andres Chavez • 8 months ago

Chas McCormick #20 of the Houston Astros celebrates as he rounds the bases after hitting a solo home run in the sixth inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Minute Maid Park on August 02, 2023 in Houston, Texas.

Chas McCormick Discusses An Exciting Upcoming Event

Curt Bishop • 8 months ago

Michael Brantley of the Houston Astros stretches before a game against the Tampa Bay Rays at Minute Maid Park on July 29, 2023 in Houston, Texas.

Michael Brantley Had A Must-See Return To Action

Andres Chavez • 8 months ago

Jose Altuve #27 of the Houston Astros reacts after grounding out to end the ninth inning against the New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium on August 3, 2023 in New York City. The Yankees won 4-3.

Jose Altuve Gave A Young Fan The Gift Of A Lifetime

Curt Bishop • 8 months ago

Kyle Tucker #30 of the Houston Astros looks on after hitting a two-RBI double against the New York Yankees during the sixth inning at Yankee Stadium on August 4, 2023 in New York City.

MLB Insider Believes Now Is The Time To Extend Kyle Tucker

Curt Bishop • 8 months ago

MLB Insider Believes Now Is The Time To Extend Kyle Tucker

Kyle Tucker #30 of the Houston Astros looks on after hitting a two-RBI double against the New York Yankees during the sixth inning at Yankee Stadium on August 4, 2023 in New York City.

Curt Bishop • 8 months ago The defending World Series champion Houston Astros are back in familiar territory this year. Once again, the Astros are on track to make a push towards the postseason and make a run at a World Series title. They currently sit at 66-50 and hold the second Wild Card spot in the Ame

Manager Dusty Baker Jr. #12 of the Houston Astros smiles in the dugout after the Astros defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 5-0 to win Game Four of the 2022 World Series at Citizens Bank Park on November 02, 2022 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Dusty Baker Achieved A Historic Feat On Wednesday

Curt Bishop • 8 months ago

Jose Abreu #79 of the Houston Astros fields and tosses the ball in the eighth inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Minute Maid Park on August 02, 2023 in Houston, Texas.

Astros Manager Reveals Jose Abreu Injury Update

Andres Chavez • 8 months ago

Manager Dusty Baker Jr. #12 of the Houston Astros celebrates with Kyle Tucker #30 after the game against the Baltimore Orioles at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on August 8, 2023 in Baltimore, Maryland.

Dusty Baker Adds New Mark To His Legendary Resume

Andres Chavez • 8 months ago

Kyle Tucker #30 of the Houston Astros bats against the Houston Astros at RingCentral Coliseum on July 09, 2022 in Oakland, California.

Kyle Tucker Has Become A True Road Warrior

Andres Chavez • 8 months ago

Kyle Tucker Has Become A True Road Warrior

Kyle Tucker #30 of the Houston Astros bats against the Houston Astros at RingCentral Coliseum on July 09, 2022 in Oakland, California.

Andres Chavez • 8 months ago The Houston Astros reached the ninth inning of their Tuesday game against the Baltimore Orioles down 6-3 in the score. When the O's have a lead in the last inning, they usually end up winning because they have a legitimate Cy Young candidate in closer Felix Bautista. Yet Bautista

Astros Closer Joined An Important MLB Club

Ryan Pressly #55 and Yainer Diaz #21 of the Houston Astros celebrate after the game against the Baltimore Orioles at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on August 8, 2023 in Baltimore, Maryland.

Andres Chavez • 8 months ago The career of a professional athlete is, on average, shorter than in most other fields. It makes sense: to remain in the elite, they need to be in top physical condition, otherwise they risk giving up a competitive advantage. They usually retire when they are 35-40 years old, so

Kyle Tucker #30 of the Houston Astros hits a grand slam home run against the Baltimore Orioles at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on August 8, 2023 in Baltimore, Maryland.

Kyle Tucker Made History With Clutch Grand Slam

Curt Bishop • 8 months ago

Pitcher Justin Verlander #35 of the New York Mets walks through the dugout during game one of a doubleheader against the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park on May 3, 2023 in Detroit, Michigan.

Justin Verlander Was Presented With An Easy Deadline Decision

Andres Chavez • 9 months ago

Houston Astros manager Dusty Baker looks on prior to a game against the Oakland Athletics at RingCentral Coliseum on July 21, 2023 in Oakland, California.

Dusty Baker Comments On Justin Verlander's Return

Curt Bishop • 9 months ago

Justin Verlander #35 of the Houston Astros looks on against the New York Yankees during the fourth inning at Yankee Stadium on August 3, 2023 in New York City.

Justin Verlander Comments On Rejoining The Astros

Curt Bishop • 9 months ago

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 Hold Big Lead In Historic MLB Category

Curt Bishop • 9 months ago

Astros Hold Big Lead In Historic MLB Category

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.

Curt Bishop • 9 months ago The Houston Astros certainly had a night to remember on Tuesday. Left-hander Framber Valdez took the mound for the defending World Series champions and tossed a no-hitter against the Cleveland Guardians. Valdez walked just one batter and struck out seven, with the one walk accoun

Framber Valdez #59 celebrates with Martin Maldonado #15 of the Houston Astros after pitching a no-hitter against the Cleveland Guardians at Minute Maid Park on August 01, 2023 in Houston, Texas.

Analyst Points Out Interesting Fact About Framber Valdez's No-Hitter

Curt Bishop • 9 months ago

Framber Valdez #59 celebrates with Martin Maldonado #15 of the Houston Astros after pitching a no-hitter against the Cleveland Guardians at Minute Maid Park on August 01, 2023 in Houston, Texas.

MLB Analyst Correctly Predicted Framber Valdez's No-Hitter

Curt Bishop • 9 months ago

Framber Valdez #59 of the Houston Astros celebrates after pitching a no-hitter against the Cleveland Guardians at Minute Maid Park on August 01, 2023 in Houston, Texas.

Framber Valdez Made Some Important Astros History On Tuesday

Curt Bishop • 9 months ago

Justin Verlander #35 of the New York Mets delivers during the first inning against the Houston Astros at Minute Maid Park on June 20, 2023 in Houston, Texas.

Fans React To Today's Justin Verlander Trade

Andres Chavez • 9 months ago

Fans React To Today's Justin Verlander Trade

Justin Verlander #35 of the New York Mets delivers during the first inning against the Houston Astros at Minute Maid Park on June 20, 2023 in Houston, Texas.

Andres Chavez • 9 months ago The Houston Astros have decided to go for it and traded for an old friend: pitcher Justin Verlander. They are just half a game behind the Texas Rangers for the AL West lead and currently in possession of one of the Wild Card spots in the American League, but competition is fierce in