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Astros vs. Guardians Game Thread: Game 24, 4/20/2026
The Houston Astros (8-15) begin a 3-game series vs. the Cleveland Guardians (13-10) tonight at Progressive Field in Cleveland, OH. RHP Spencer Arrighetti (1-0, 1.50 ERA) will make his second start of the season as he takes on CLE RHP Slade Cecconi (0-2, 5.03 ERA). SPENCER’S GIFTS: Tonight will be the 2nd start of the […]
What Does Current WAR Tell Us About the Astros Catcher Situation Right Now?
Thomas Nestico of TJStats broke down the top WAR player currently on each team by position and by division. Today, we are going to look at the catcher position: Yainer Diaz hasn’t just been the worst catcher on his team. He isn’t just the worst catcher in the AL West. He’s tied as the worst […]
Astros Make Roster Moves Due to Injuries: Javier, Allen, Shewmake, France
The Astros have placed IF Nick Allen on the 10-day IL (retro 4/19) due to mid-back spasms. To take his place on the active roster, the Astros selected IF Braden Shewmake (#28)to the Major League roster. To make room for Shewmake on 40-man roster, the Astros transferred RHP Cristian Javier to the 60-day IL. RHP J.P. France has been outrighted to Triple […]
Astros Prospect Report: April 19th
Another day of minor league baseball is in the books. See the results below. AAA: Sugar Land Space Cowboys (12-8) won 7-4 (BOX SCORE) Sugar Land jumped out to an early lead getting a Perez RBI single in the first and Price solo HR in the 2nd inning. Bielak got the start and allowed 1 […]
In The Lab: The Science of Slow Starts
The scientific method has been long established. Unfortunately, when it comes to human endeavors experiments are a bit messy. The first step in the scientific method is to actually observe what is going on. This is where things get a bit tricky. The human mind is a peculiar thing and that is particularly true when […]
Astros Legends Series: Larry Dierker
Larry Dierker as a player and manager guided the Astros franchise to a combined 574 wins. His number 49 is rightfully retired, and he joins us as our Legends Series continues with our sixth entry. Let’s start at the beginning. You struck out Willie Mays in your first ever start. Incredible. What do you most […]
Astros vs. Cardinals Game Thread: Game 23, 4/19/2026
The Houston Astros (8-14) look to salvage the finale of this three-game series against the St. Louis Cardinals (12-8) at Daikin Park. Astros starter RHP Mike Burrows (1-3, 6.55 ERA), who pitched in the NL Central for the Pirates last season, will surprisingly make his first career appearance against the Cardinals today opposite LHP Matthew […]
Astros Roster Moves: Harris, Murray, Loperfido, Shewmake 4/19/2026
The Houston Astros claimed OF Dustin Harris off waivers from the Chicago White Sox. He has appeared in six major league games for Chicago this season, hitting .250 (3×12) with a .438 OBP. He has joined the Astros and will wear 37. The Astros also recalled RHP Jayden Murray from Triple-A Sugar Land and have […]
Astros Prospect Report: April 18th
Another day of minor league baseball is in the books. See the results below. AAA: Sugar Land Space Cowboys (12-8) Game One – won 2-1 (BOX SCORE) Hendrickson got the start for Sugar Land in game one and pitched well tossing 5 scoreless innings. The offense got on the board in the 4th inning on […]
Astros vs, Cardinals Game Thread: Game 22, 4/18/2026
The Houston Astros (8-13) will play the second of a three-game series with their former division rivals, the St. Louis Cardinals (11-8), tonight at Daikin Park. RHP Lance McCullers Jr (1-0, 5.87 ERA) will make his fourth regular season appearance for the Astros tonight opposite the Cardinals and starter RHP Andre Pallante (1-1, 4.80 ERA). TONIGHT’S STARTER: RHP […]
Crawfish Boil: Abreu Failures, More Injuries?, Lambert’s Whiffs, Diaz’ Struggles, Early Cy Young Leader & More
The latest news on the Houston Astros and from around MLB: What is wrong with Bryan Abreu? Loperfido to be evaluated after coming out of last night’s game with “right quad tightness”: Isaac Paredes also left last night’s game. Paredes is coming back from a very significant hamstring injury last season. Peter Lambert generated a […]
Abreu Implodes Again, Astros Crushed by Cardinals 9-4
Bryan Abreu’s struggles continued last night, and the Astros lost their second straight game at home in a 9-4 defeat at the hands of the St. Louis Cardinals at Daikin Park. Bryan Abreu entered the game last night with the Astros down 4-3 in the 7th inning. 16 pitches later, the game was 7-3 and […]
Astros Prospect Report: April 17th
Another day of minor league baseball is in the books. See the results below. AAA: Sugar Land Space Cowboys (11-7) won 12-6 (BOX SCORE) Sugar Land opened the game with a big first inning scoring 7 runs on a Perez 3 run homer, Biggers 2 run homer, Unroe solo home run and Nelson RBI double. […]
Astros vs, Cardinals Game Thread: Game 21, 4/17/2026
The Houston Astros (8-12) will open a three-game series with their former division rivals, the St. Louis Cardinals (10-8), tonight at Daikin Park. RHP Peter Lambert (season debut), selected from Triple A today, will make his first regular season appearance for the Astros tonight opposite the Cardinals and starter RHP Kyle Leahy (1-2, 5.14 ERA). […]
Crawfish Boil: Astros 9th SP, Cam Smith Extension Window, The ABS Effect, MLBs Newest Trend & More
The latest news on the Houston Astros and from around MLB: It’s a good thing the Astros went and acquired all that starting pitching depth: Starting pitching woes have led to the Astros leaning harder on their bullpen than any team in baseball: Are the Astros missing their chance to extend Cam Smith? While Astros […]
Astros Prospect Report: April 16th
Another day of minor league baseball is in the books. See the results below. AAA: Sugar Land Space Cowboys (10-7) POSTPONED AA: Corpus Christi Hooks (6-6) lost 9-4 (BOX SCORE) The Hooks got some runs early getting an Austin solo HR in the first and an Encarnacion RBI single in the 2nd. Hicks got the […]
In The Lab: An Early Season Look at Defensive Efficiency
If you are a regular reader of this segment, you have seen this before. The best stats are the stats that can be used for hitting and pitching. Offensive and defensive efficiency is one of those. Today, we are focused on the worst pitching staff in baseball. At least, that is where the Astros ranked […]
Astros vs. Cardinals Series Preview with Matt Pauley KMOX
KMOX’s pre/post-game host Matt Pauley sets the stage for us for the Astros upcoming weekend series vs. St. Louis. Q: Is Jordan Walker now the face of the franchise? A: Interesting question. I’m not sure I’d say he’s the face just yet, but his start to the season has been spectacular. He was literally one […]
Astros vs. Rockies Game Thread: Game 20, 4/16/2026
The Houston Astros (8-11), who enter tonight’s game on a seven-game home winning streak, look to secure a series sweep tonight in the finale of their three-game series vs. the Colorado Rockies (6-12). Astros starter RHP Ryan Weiss (0-2, 7.36 ERA) will transition from the bullpen to the rotation to make his first Major League […]
Astros Prospect Report: April 15th
Another day of minor league baseball is in the books. See the results below. AAA: Sugar Land Space Cowboys (10-7) lost 9-8 (BOX SCORE) Sugar Land got on the board in the first inning on an Alexander solo home run. Fleury got the start and allowed one unearned run over 2.2 innings. He was relieved […]
Arrighetti’s 10K Lead Astros to 3-1 Victory over Rockies
The Houston Astros beleaguered starting rotation was desperate for a strong starting performance. Spencer Arrighetti, in his first start of the season, delivered. Arrighetti gave the Astros their third quality start of the season, hurling 6 innings of 1 run ball while striking out 10 to lead Houston to a 3-1 victory over the Colorado […]
Astros vs. Rockies Game Thread: Game 19, 4/15/2026
The Houston Astros (7-11) host the Colorado Rockies (6-11) for the second game of a three game series on Jackie Robinson Day. RHP Spencer Arrighetti (season debut) will make his first Major League start of the season tonight opposite the 15-year MLB veteran LHP Jose Quitana (0-0, 4.15 ERA) and the Rockies. TONIGHT’S STARTER: RHP […]
Astros Injury Updates 4/15/2026
Today, the Houston Astros released updates on many of the 13 players they have on the Injured List: • RHP Cody Bolton (right mid-back inflammation) was placed on the IL today and is currently not throwing. • RHP Hunter Brown (right shoulder sprain), RHP Tatsuya Imai (right arm fatigue) and RHP Cristian Javier (right shoulder […]
With Abreu Struggling, Astros Will Go Closer by Committee
Desperate for a win and clinging to a 7-6 lead over the Rockies on Tuesday night, Joe Espada sent Bryan King back to the mound to try to secure the game’s final three outs. Bryan Abreu, the team’s most accomplished healthy reliever, sat on a bench in the bullpen while Enyel De Los Santos, a […]
Astros Prospect Report: April 14th
Another day of minor league baseball is in the books. See the results below. AAA: Sugar Land Space Cowboys (10-6) lost 8-3 (BOX SCORE) Sugar Land got on the board in the first inning on a Biggio bases loaded walk. Mancini started for Sugar Land but struggled with command as he walked four and allowed […]
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