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Astros Recall OF Taylor Trammell, Option OF Zach Cole
The Astros optioned OF Zach Cole to Triple A Sugar Land following last night’s game. Taking his place on the active roster, the Astros reinstated OF Taylor Trammell from the 10-day IL today. This move makes a lot of sense right now, as Cole (8×51, 3 HR 8 RBI 21K in 51 AB) has struggled […]
Astros Legends Series: Sean Bergman
Our 19th entry features pitcher Sean Bergman, who in 1998 would pitch 172 innings for the Astros, while allowing only 42 walks en route to a dozen wins. Q: How much did you know about the Astros prior to being dealt for outfielder James Mouton? A: I knew absolutely nothing (laughs) when I came there. […]
Imai, Pen Combine for No-Hitter as Astros Rout Rangers 9-0
Tatsuya Imai (W, 2-2) hurled 6 innings of no-hit ball, Yordan Alvarez and Christian Walker homered and the Houston Astros (24-31) pummeled the Texas Rangers (24-29) 9-0 in the first game of their four-game series at Globe Life Park in Arlington. It’s a huge mark for Imai, who was making his 6th start of the […]
Astros vs. Rangers Game Thread: Game 55, 5/25/2026
TONIGHT’S GAME: The Houston Astros (23-31) and Texas Rangers (24-28) begin a 4-game series at Globe Life Field in Arlington, TX. RHP Tatsuya Imai (1-2. 8.31 ERA) will start for the Astros vs. Rangers RHP Kumar Rocker (2-4, 3.60 ERA). Tonight will be Imai’s 1st career appearance vs. the Rangers. ABOUT IMAI: RHP Tatsuya Imai […]
Astros Fans: How Much Should You Trust Dana Brown Between Now and the End of the Season?
As frustrating and inconsistent as this season has been for Astros fans, one question is becoming impossible to ignore: how much trust should this fan base have in general manager Dana Brown between now and the end of the season? The timing of that question matters because, despite early struggles, injuries, and inconsistent play, the Astros remain […]
In The Lab: Is Christian Walker for Real?
One of the things I am always sensitive to is the ratio between positive and negative news. The analysis itself is neutral, but what we choose to analyze is never neutral. We will always come in with preconceived notions about what we are likely to find. So, every once in awhile I want to highlight […]
Astros Prospect Report: May 24th
Another day of minor league baseball is in the books. See the results below. Check out the previous day’s recap here. AAA: Sugar Land Space Cowboys (22-29) won 12-3 (BOX SCORE) Sugar Land got the scoring started in the 4th inning on a Price 2 run home run, Strahm RBI triple and Thomas RBI single. McPherson […]
Astros vs. Rangers Series Primer with Rangers Broadcaster Jared Sandler
Texas Rangers Pre/Post Game Host Jared Sandler from 105.3 The Fan KRLD-FM joins us to preview the upcoming four game tilt from Globe Life Field. Q: How big is this 4-game series for each club? A: I’m just not a big believer that this time of year truly shapes or defines the rest of the […]
Walker, Allen Power Astros to 8-5 Win, Sweep Cubs at Wrigley
Christian Walker continued his hot streak with a 3-run homer, and Nick Allen went 3-for-3 with a solo HR and 2 RBI as the Astros (23-31) held off the Cubs (29-24) 8-5 to complete a 3 game sweep in Chicago. Peter Lambert (W, 3-4) survived a tough 2nd inning in which he allowed 3 ER […]
Crawfish Boil: Altuve & Yordan Updates, Pitching Revival & More
The latest news on the Houston Astros and from around MLB: Jose Altuve doesn’t think his injury is as serious the one he had in 2023: Yordan needed a day off but is feeling better, per Joe Espada: Can the Astros pitching continue to normalize and maintain it’s recent improvement? (Astros starters have a combined […]
Astros vs. Cubs Game Thread: Game 54, 5/24/2026
TODAY’S GAME: The Astros and Cubs will wrap up their 3-game series this afternoon at Wrigley Field. RHP Peter Lambert (2-4, 3.57 ERA) will start for the Astros vs. Cubs LHP Shota Imanaga (4-4, 3.38 ERA). SWEEPSTAKES: A win today would give the Astros their 2nd series sweep of the season and 1st on the road. Their other […]
Astros Prospect Report: May 23rd
Another day of minor league baseball is in the books. See the results below. Check out the previous day’s recap here. AAA: Sugar Land Space Cowboys (21-29) lost 6-0 (BOX SCORE) Weiss started for Sugar Land and allowed 5 runs over 5.1 innings while striking out 6 batters. It was a quiet day for the offense […]
Walker Homers Twice as Teng, Astros Blank Cubs 3-0
Christian Walker homered in both of his first two ABs to drive in all 3 Astros runs, backing 6 shutout innings by Kai-Wei Teng as the Houston Astros (22-31) shut out the Chicago Cubs (29-23) 3-0 at Wrigley Field. The Astros have now won 3 of their last 4 games, and 5 of their last […]
Astros vs Cubs Game Thread: Game 53, 5/23/2026
TODAY’S GAME:The Astros and Cubs will play the second game of their three-game series this afternoon at Wrigley Field. Houston will send RHP Kai-Wei Teng (2-3) to the mound against Cubs RHP Colin Rea (4-2). IN THE DAYTIME:Today marks the third of four consecutive scheduled day games for the Astros. Wednesday’s series finale in Minnesota […]
Astros Prospect Report: May 22nd
Another day of minor league baseball is in the books. See the results below. Check out the previous day’s recap here. AAA: Sugar Land Space Cowboys (21-28) won 7-6 (BOX SCORE) Sugar Land got on the board in the 3rd inning scoring a run on error. The offense would rally for a huge inning scoring 6 […]
Arrighetti, Vazquez Lead Astros Over Cubs 4-2
Spencer Arrighetti continued to put up zeros and battery mate Christian Vazquez drove in a pair as the Houston Astros (21-31) slipped past the Chicago Cubs (29-22) 4-2 at Wrigley Field. Arrighetti did not get deep in this game, but he did throw 5 innings of shutout ball in earning his 6th win in 7 […]
Astros vs. Cubs Game Thread: Game 52, 5/22/2026
TODAY’S GAME: The Houston Astros (20-31) and Chicago Cubs (29-21) will begin their 3-game series this afternoon at Wrigley Field. RHP Spencer Arrighetti (5-1, 1.50 ERA) will take the mound for the Astros as he takes on RHP Jameson Taillon (2-3, 4.97 ERA). Houston Area Connection: Both of today’s starters grew up in the Greater […]
Astros Prospect Report: May 21st
Another day of minor league baseball is in the books. See the results below. Check out the previous day’s recap here. AAA: Sugar Land Space Cowboys (20-28) lost 8-2 (BOX SCORE) Alexander got the scoring started with a solo home run in the 2nd inning. Pecko got the start for Sugar Land but struggled allowing 6 […]
Astros vs. Cubs Series Primer with Ryan Sweeney of Marquee Sports Network
Former Major Leaguer Ryan Sweeney, who serves as studio analyst on Chicago’s Marquee Sports Network, sits down to preview the Astros upcoming series with the Cubs at historic Wrigley Field. Q: When it’s all said and done, could the Cubs have the best rotation in all of baseball this season? A: Cubs have had a […]
In The Lab: What Does BPO Say About Our Hitting Coaches?
One of the benefits of waiting until late May to look at statistics is that individual games have less of a difference on overall numbers. In April, it looked like the Astros hitting coaches were the toast of the town. The team was leading the American League in runs scoring. They were taking more pitches. […]
Astros Prospect Report: May 20th
Another day of minor league baseball is in the books. See the results below. Check out the previous day’s recap here. AAA: Sugar Land Space Cowboys (20-27) lost 13-1 (BOX SCORE) Gordon started for Sugar Land but struggled allowing 8 runs over 3.1 innings. The pen allowed another 5 runs as the River Cats extended their […]
Astros Legends Series: Tim Redding
Drafted in the 20th round by the Astros, Tim Redding would make his debut on June 24, 2001, in a day game against the Reds in Cincinnati Our 18th installment of the continuing Legends Series begins there. Q: What do you most remember about that day when you were brought up? A: I had […]
The Case for an Astros Rebuild
We step outside the lab again today to take a look at the argument for an Astros tear down. There are two main reasons why a rebuild makes a ton of sense. So, we should take a look at what that looks like and the whys and what fors for a decision as seemingly rash […]
Astros vs. Twins Game Thread: Game 51, 5/20/2026
TODAY’S GAME: The Houston Astros (20-30) and Minnesota Twins (22-27) will play the rubber match of this 3-game series this afternoon at 12:40 p.m. CT. RHP Mike Burrows (2-5, 5.72 ERA) will make his 10th start of the season as he takes on Twins RHP Joe Ryan (2-3, 3.20 ERA). ABOUT BURROWS: RHP Mike Burrows […]
Astros Prospect Report: May 19th
Another day of minor league baseball is in the books. See the results below. AAA: Sugar Land Space Cowboys (20-26) lost 11-6 (BOX SCORE) Sugar Land got on the board in the first on an Alexander RBI single and Perez RBI double. Ullola got the start but struggled allowing 5 runs over 4.1 innings while […]
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