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Astros Prospect Report: June 17th

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 (31-38) won 21-8 (BOX SCORE) Sugar Land got on the board in the first inning scoring 3 runs on an Alexander RBI double and Price 2 run home run. Gordon […]

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Lambert Dominates Tigers as Astros Take Series with 4-2 Victory

Peter Lambert (W, 6-4) almost wasn’t a part of this team. He’s been their second best starting pitcher despite not making the team out of Spring Training. Lambert was nails for the Astros yet again, in a terrific 7 inning performance in which he allowed just one run on 2 hits, he struck out 5 […]

Astros vs. Tigers Game Discussion: 6/17/2026

TODAY’S GAME: The Astros and Tigers will play the rubber game of their three-game series today in an afternoon matchup at Daikin Park. RHP Peter Lambert (5-4), who’s won three straight decisions, will get the start for the Astros opposite the Tigers and RHP Casey Mize (2-3), who’s being activated off of the IL to […]

Astros Prospect Report: June 16th

Another day of minor league baseball is in the books. See the results below. AAA: Sugar Land Space Cowboys (30-38) lost 8-3 (BOX SCORE) Sugar Land got on the board scoring 3 runs in the first inning on an Alexander RBI single, Ferreras hit by pitch and Perez sac fly. Javier started for Sugar Land […]

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Astros Legends Series 26: Tim Byrdak

Tim Byrdak would amass a 12-year career in the majors, pitching for the likes of the Royals, Orioles, Tigers, Mets, and our hometown Astros.    He’d spend three years here and make 199 total appearances while playing in Houston.     Q:  You played college baseball locally at Rice.  When you came to Houston, was that a […]

In The lab: Another Player A and B Test

We enjoyed the Player A and B test so much that we are bringing it back for another round. This time we will take a look at a former Astro and a current Astro. However, I have to set up a few extra ground rules in order for this one to work. First, we are […]

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Unlikely Hero Delgado Delivers Astros to 4-2 Victory Over Tigers

As he walked off in the 6th inning, the applause from the Houston faithful was beyond telling.    The Astros had their ace back after 10 long weeks.   Hunter Brown would be joined on this night by a returning Yainer Diaz.    In combination they’d provide a glimmer of future promise to a club whose […]

Astros vs. Tigers Game Discussion: 6/16/2026

TONIGHT’S GAME: The Astros look to even up their series with the Tigers tonight in the middle game oftheir three-game set in Houston…tonight’s pitching matchup is a dandy between RHP Hunter Brown, who’s makes his much-anticipated return from injury, opposite former Astro LHP Framber Valdez, who’s also making his own return to Daikin Park. THE […]

SB Nation Reacts Survey: Will Astros Be Buyers or Sellers at Deadline?

The Astros entered June with a chance to make up ground in the AL West and in the AL Wild Card race with 27 games against a soft schedule. Houston would play 21 of its 27 games in June against teams with losing records. Having gotten Jeremy Pena and Jose Altuve back, and looking at […]

Teng Falters as Astros Mauled by Tigers 9-3

Once again, an Astros (33-41) starter could not get through 5 innings. Tonight, Kai-Wei Teng (L, 3-6) couldn’t get out of the 4th, and an already overtaxed pen looked the part as Houston fell to the Detroit Tigers (30-42) 9-3 at Daikin Park. This marks the 4th straight start that Teng could not get past […]

Astros vs. Tigers Game Discussion: 6/15/2026

TONIGHT’S GAME: The Houston Astros (33-40) will wear their City Connect uniforms tonight as they open a weeklong, six-game homestand with the first game of a three-game series opposite the Detroit Tigers (29-42). RHP Kai-Wei Teng (3-5, 3.71 ERA) will make his eighth start of the season for the Astros tonight opposite the Tigers and […]

Brown, Diaz to be Activated Tomorrow

While it has been known for some time that the Astros had planned to activate SP Hunter Brown for Tuesday’s game against the Detroit Tigers, it turns out that the Astros also intend to activate C Yainer Diaz as well according to MLB.com’s Brian McTaggart: This would give the Astros back their Opening Day battery […]

To Play or Not to Play? Astros’ Rest Decisions Spark Debate

To play or not to play? That has become the question Astros fans are debating following Houston’s 4-0 loss to the Kansas City Royals on Sunday. With an opportunity to complete a three-game sweep and continue building momentum, the Astros elected to keep two of their most important hitters, Isaac Paredes and Jose Altuve, out […]

Astros Prospect Report: June 14th

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 (30-38) CANCELLED AA: Corpus Christi Hooks (29-34) won 15-7 (BOX SCORE) The Hooks offense continued their surge this week and got the scoring started in the second inning on Biggers […]

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Astros Legends Series 25: Enos Cabell

When you speak to Enos Cabell, you speak to the history of the game.  He’s seen and done it all, from the field to the front office.  Enos Cabell is our 25th installment of the Legends Series, a man who helped the Astros reach their first postseason appearance back in 1980.     Q:  Beating Los Angeles […]

In The Lab: Player A and B Test

One of the more fun things to do in statistics is what I lovingly call the Player A and B test. It is more of psychological ploy than anything else. Unfortunately, we have feelings that get attached to every player on or off our team. So, comparing two players is next to impossible when their […]

Astros vs. Royals Game Discussion: 6/14/2026

TODAY’S GAME: The Houston Astros (33-39) will conclude their six-game trip with the final game of a three-game series against the Kansas City Royals (28-43) today at Kauffman Stadium. May AL Pitcher of the Month, RHP Spencer Arrighetti (7-1, 2.21 ERA) will be on the mound for the Astros, opposite RHP Stephen Kolek (3-1, 3.14 […]

Astros Prospect Report: June 13th

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 (30-38) won 5-1 (BOX SCORE) McPherson started for Sugar Land and pitched well striking out 5 over 5 innings allowing just 1 run. The offense got on the board in […]

Astros vs. Royals Game Discussion: 6/13/2026

TONIGHT’S GAME: The Astros continue a six-game road trip with the second game of a three-game series against the Kansas City Royals tonight at Kauffman Stadium. RHP Mike Burrows will be on the mound for the Astros, opposite LHP Noah Cameron and the Royals. ABOUT BURROWS: The 26-year old RHP Mike Burrows has been the only […]

Astros Prospect Report: June 12th

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 (29-38) won 4-3 (BOX SCORE) Sugar Land got the scoring started in the second inning on an Unroe RBI single and Dezenzo walk. After the River Cats scored 2 runs […]

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Astros Score 9 in First, Hold On for 10-8 Victory Over Royals

Only the Houston Astros this season could deliver angst and high drama after posting a whopping 9 runs in the first inning.    What should’ve been a contest set on cruise control, quickly became a roller coaster affair, between dueling bullpens.   Houston would hang on for a 10-8 win.      Royals starter Luinder Avila […]

Astros vs. Royals Game Discussion: 6/12/2026

TONIGHT’S GAME: The Houston Astros (31-39) continue a six-game road trip with the first game of a three-game series against the Kansas City Royals (28-41) tonight at Kauffman Stadium. RHP Tatsuya Imai (3-3, 5.24 ERA) will be on the mound for the Astros, opposite RHP Luinder Avila (1-2, 4.02 ERA) and the Royals. ABOUT IMAI: […]

SB Nation Reacts Survey Results: How Many Games Will Astros Win in June?

We asked, you’ve spoken. This was our initial survey post: June is a huge month for Houston, as they face primarily teams with losing records and need to show they can get back to .500 and legitimately chase a playoff spot. Here is what you said: More optimism than pessimism among readers, but not optimistic […]

Astros Prospect Report: June 11th

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 (28-38) won 2-0 (BOX SCORE) The offense got on the board in the 2nd inning on a Winkler RBI double. Perez added to the score with an RBI double in […]