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Game #62: Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Houston Astros

Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Houston Astros, June 3, 2026, 8:10 p.m. ET Location: Daikin Park, Houston, TX Broadcast: KDKA AM/FM, Sportsnet Pitching Matchup: Paul Skenes (6-5, 2.89 ERA) vs. Spencer Arrighetti (7-1, 1.34 ERA) The Pittsburgh Pirates are on the road today against the Houston Astros looking to grab a win. Please remember our Game Day […]

Astros SP Spencer Arrighetti Named AL Pitcher of the Month for May

First Career Pitcher of the Month Award for Astros hurler. HOUSTON, TX – Major League Baseball announced today that Astros RHP Spencer Arrighetti has been named American League Pitcher of the Month for May. It is the first Pitcher of the Month Award and second monthly award overall for Arrighetti. He was also named AL Rookie of the […]

Astros Prospect Report: June 2nd

Another day of minor league baseball is in the books. See the results below. AAA: Sugar Land Space Cowboys (24-34) won 7-2 (BOX SCORE) Sugar Land got on the board in a big way in the 5th scoring 4 runs on a Nelson sac fly, Whitcomb 2 run double and Price RBI single. Alexander got […]

Houston Texans Rosterology: predicting the 53-man roster

Welcome to the ninth year of the Houston Texans Rosterology. The longest-running article series on the site is back again to document the process of crafting the team’s initial 53-man roster. The Texans have been at OTAs this week, which gives us insight into the team’s initial depth chart and how the team plans to […]

Astros Legends Series 21: Mike Madden

He pitched his entire major league career in the 80’s with our Houston Astros.    He’s Mike Madden, and he joins us exclusively at The Crawfish Boxes for our 21st installment of the Legends Series.    Q:  That 1983 season, you appeared in 28 games, started 13, and won 9 of those.    What was that […]

What have we learned: Houston Texans and the OTAs/Mini-Camps

It is not only the schools that have summer break. The NFL offseason, which is quite a busy time for franchises, even when games aren’t being played, is about to enter its “Dead Zone”. However, before that time, we do have those series of OTAs and mini-camps. Happening over the last week of May/first week […]

Astros vs. Pirates Game Thread: Game 62, 6/2/2026

TONIGHT’S GAME: The Houston Astros (27-34), who are 7-3 in their last 10 games, will continue their nine-game homestand tonight as they open a three-game series against their former divisional opponent, the Pittsburgh Pirates (32-28). RHP Mike Burrows (3-6, 5.40 ERA), who was acquired from the Pirates this offseason, will open the series against his […]

Game #61: Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Houston Astros

Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Houston Astros, June 2, 2026, 8:10 p.m. ET Location: Daikin Park, Houston, TX Broadcast: KDKA AM/FM, Sportsnet Pitching Matchup: Bubba Chandler (1-6, 4.85 ERA) vs. Mike Burrows (3-6, 5.40 ERA) The Pittsburgh Pirates are on the road today against the Houston Astros looking to grab a win. Please remember our Game Day […]

Astros’ Josh Hader breaks silence on returning from injury

Houston Astros star closer Josh Hader is set to return from injury on Tuesday. The 32-year-old has not made his 2026 debut yet due to a bicep injury. Hader had been trending in the right direction in recent weeks, and now he is indeed being activated from the injured list. Hader spoke to reporters before […] The post Astros’ Josh Hader breaks silence on returning from injury appeared first on ClutchPoints .

The Curious Case of Bryan Abreu: What Should the Astros Do?

The curious case of Bryan Abreu continues to become more intriguing with every appearance he makes for the Houston Astros. For a pitcher who was once considered one of the most feared setup men in Major League Baseball, it is an understatement to say that Abreu has underperformed this season. A reliever who routinely sat […]

Astros Activate Josh Hader

2:25pm: The Astros have now officially announced Hader’s reinstatement. Correa was indeed moved to the 60-day IL to open a 40-man spot. They also placed infielder Braden Shewmake on the 10-day IL, retroactive to May 31st, with a right adductor strain. Outfielder Zach Cole was recalled to replace Shewmake. 12:56pm: The Astros announced yesterday that […]

Former Rockets coach and NBA legend Rick Adelman passes away at 79

The basketball community is in mourning, following the news of former Rockets coach Rick Adelman’s passing on Monday. Adelman was 79 years old. The cause of death has not been disclosed or announced by Adelman’s family. In total, Adelman coached for five different teams: the Portland Trail Blazers, Golden State Warriors, Sacramento Kings, Houston Rockets […]

Astros’ Joe Espada makes huge Josh Hader injury announcement on Tuesday

The Houston Astros prepare to face a surging Pittsburgh Pirates team on Tuesday. Houston is getting some big news ahead of the contest, as reliever Josh Hader is back from the injured list. Astros manager Joe Espada made the announcement about Hader on Tuesday, per The Athletic. Hader hasn’t pitched this season. He suffered an […] The post Astros’ Joe Espada makes huge Josh Hader injury announcement on Tuesday appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Who Could Join Yordan Alvarez at the All-Star Game?

With a .301/.416/.634 slash line through his first 60 games of the season, it’s not a question of whether Yordan Alvarez will be selected to his fourth American League All-Star team. The question is whether he’ll be traveling to Philadelphia alone. It’s been 12 years since the Astros were limited to a single All-Star, and […]

1 Player Each NFL Team Should Consider Trading Before the 2026 Season

As part of their job, general managers listen to trade offers, even if they don't intend to make a roster move. In some cases, those inquiries materialize into headline deals, and that's exactly what happened on Monday.

Realistic guards the Rockets should target this summer

The Western Conference Finals are depressing. Some Rockets fans are watching them for keys to the future. What do they have that we don’t? What if the answer is “just about everything”? Beyond Rockets fans, NBA observers love to watch the Finals in search of the new “meta”. Slow bigs are out. No, wait, they’re […]

Astros Trending in the RIGHT DIRECTION?

Always look on the bright side of LIFE! While the Astros are in the throws of another slow start, despite some recent success there aren’t many Astros fans who see any trends going in the right direction. The Clubhouse would tell you a different. Here are a few of those bright spots: “I know it […]

Crawfish Boil: Hader’s Return, Imai’s Improvement, Abreu’s Struggles, Ullola to Pen & More

The latest news on your Houston Astros! Josh Hader’s return appears to be imminent: After 6 no-hit innings in his best start in MLB, Tatsuya Imai gave the Astros another strong start this weekend against division-leading Milwaukee: Bryan Abreu’s struggles continue, so much so that the Astros have, at least for now, changed the trajectory […]

Reds series preview: Both teams hate the month of May

The Reds have not finished in first place since 2012, but were in first place in the National League Central after a hot start had them 20-11 by the end of April. They have lost 17 of 27 since then and their only series wins since have come against the struggling Astros, Phillies, and Mets. […]

Astros Legends Series 20: Danny Darwin

He pitched for 20 seasons, 8 clubs, and was a member of the beloved 1986 Astros.    The Legends Series 20th installment features Danny Darwin, who amassed 171 wins throughout his career.     Q:  What did you think of Nolan Ryan’s nickname of “Dr. Death” for you?    Did you like it? A:  (laughs)  Oh My […]