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Former Houston Astros reliever Billy Wagner is headed to Cooperstown. Wagner managed to make the Hall of Fame on his 10th and final ballot, garnering 82.5 percent of the vote. He joins Ichiro Suzuki and CC Sabathia in the MLB Hall of Fame class of 2025. It took a decade for the former strikeout artist […]

The Baseball Hall of Fame has officially unveiled its 2025 class with Seattle Mariners legend Ichiro Suzuki headlining. But while Ichiro was the obvious call — he missed unanimous selection by a single vote — CC Sabathia and Billy Wagner had to sweat it out a little more. That’s especially true for Wagner, who was […]

It turns out the door might not really be closed on an Alex Bregman reunion with the Houston Astros. Will Kunkel of Fox 26 Houston caught up with manager Joe Espada and asked him about the third baseman who has spent his entire nine-year career with the Astros. Astros Manager Joe Espada on Alex Bregman: “Our […]

MLB Network’s The Shredder announced their top-10 list from last season, with Jose Altuve making yet another appearance, and receiving a Hall of Fame endorsement as he continues his Houston Astros career. “Jose Altuve is a perennial top-10 selection. 11 times on this list. Five times at No. 1. Altuve played 153 games last year, […]

With Kyle Tucker traded to the Chicago Cubs and Alex Bregman set to depart, the Houston Astros will look much different in 2025. As they retool their roster, the Astros are trying to bring in a former infield standout for the Minnesota Twins and Seattle Mariners. Houston has reportedly offered Jorge Polanco a one-year, $4 […]

The Houston Astros have successfully avoided arbitration with starting pitcher Framber Valdez. On Thursday, the Astros and Valdez agreed to a one-year, $18 million contract, according to ESPN’s Jeff Passan. All $18,800,000 is fully guaranteed. This comes as the next in a long line of annual contracts for Valdez. He previously signed one-year deals with […]

After winning two championships in eight years, the Houston Astros are focused on staying competitive in the present while also building for the future. The Arizona Diamondbacks are hungry to get over the hump and are aggressively stockpiling their roster with notable talent. These two franchises are each trying to navigate pivotal offseasons that could […]

The Houston Astros were eliminated by the Detroit Tigers in the AL Wild Card series in 2024. It was the first time since 2016 that they were not in the American League Championship Series. It also signaled the end of an era, as Kyle Tucker has been traded and Alex Bregman will likely leave in […]

The Houston Astros have been aggressive throughout the offseason, trading away Kyle Tucker and signing Christian Walker. Now, the Astros have bolstered their bullpen with an ex-Arizona Diamondbacks hurler. Houston has signed Miguel Castro, via Jon Heyman of the New York Post. The terms of his agreement are not yet known. Castro dealt with shoulder […]

Some players have played for one team for so long that it’s hard to imagine them anywhere else, and Alex Bregman fits that bill. The two-time All-Star has been with the Houston Astros since 2016, but there’s a chance the team won’t re-sign him this offseason. Bregman’s agent Scott Boras threw shade at the organization […]

Barring something wildly unexpected, Alex Bregman’s career with the Houston Astros is probably over. Astros general manager Dana Brown gave an update on the club’s negotiations with their homegrown third baseman and it did not sound promising. Brown said negotiations have “stalled,” according to The Athletic’s Chandler Rome, adding that Houston presented Bregman with “a […]

The Houston Astros made a major move in the once-loaded first baseman free agency sweepstakes when they agreed to a three-year deal with Christian Walker, previously of the Arizona Diamondbacks, on December 20. The team officially announced the signing on Monday, and with it, reports have surfaced about the nature of the deal. The three-year, […]

It has been reported that the Houston Astros are finalizing a deal to acquire Christian Walker, the star first baseman from the Arizona Diamondbacks. As the Astros were deemed serious suitors for Nolan Arenado, which the third baseman would block a trade, the team got an infielder who could have cemented the future of Alex […]

The Houston Astros thought they had a shiny new infielder in Nolan Arenado, but he blocked the trade that would’ve shipped him out from the St. Louis Cardinals. However, Houston pivoted to free-agent first baseman Christian Walker, who’ll help stabilize its infield. The Astros agreed to a three-year, $60 million deal with Walker on Friday, […]

Houston Astros closer Josh Hader is determined to elevate his game in 2025, and he’s taking a new approach to do so. After a rollercoaster first season with the Astros, the 30-year-old southpaw is focused on refining his delivery and adding a changeup to his arsenal—a development that could make one of baseball’s most electrifying […]

One of the biggest storylines in Major League Baseball this offseason has been whether or not the St. Louis Cardinals would trade Nolan Arenado. Another wrinkle to that saga was just added on Tuesday when Arenado exercised his no-trade clause to block a potential deal to the Houston Astros. Katie Woo of the Athletic explained […]

The St. Louis Cardinals and Houston Astros seemed poised to finalize a blockbuster trade involving third baseman Nolan Arenado, but the deal hit a snag when Arenado opted not to waive his full no-trade clause — at least for now. Despite the Astros’ aggressive pursuit, Arenado’s hesitation has left both teams in limbo. Discussions between […]

One of the best third basemen in the MLB made headlines on Wednesday. St. Louis Cardinals star Nolan Arenado shockingly used his no-trade clause to prevent himself from being traded to the Houston Astros. Earlier this offseason, Arenado’s wish list of trade destinations was revealed, and the Astros weren’t on it. Instead, the Dodgers, Padres, […]

Though it was reported that the St. Louis Cardinals star Nolan Arenado could be traded to the Houston Astros, that talk should be halted, according to Mark Feinsand of MLB.com. It is being said that Arenado will not waive his no-trade clause to be sent to the Astros as both teams were developing talks on […]

The Houston Astros and Chicago Cubs pulled off the biggest trade of the offseason a couple of days ago. The deal included superstar outfielder Kyle Tucker leaving Houston to call Wrigley Field home next season. The Astros’ return of infielder Isaac Paredes, pitcher Hayden Wesneski and third baseman Cam Smith was equally strong, especially since […]

New York Yankees general manager Brian Cashman is “glad” Kyle Tucker landed with the Chicago Cubs this offseason. Cashman, who has been the GM of the Yankees since 1998, said he tried to trade with the Houston Astros to bring Tucker to the Bronx, but even after failing to do so, he is somewhat content […]

In the continued odyssey of a possible trade involving St. Louis Cardinals star Nolan Arenado, the Houston Astros have emerged as a team that could be in huge consideration of acquiring the infielder. Even though there have been some who say the Astros shouldn’t trade for Arenado, they could be in the market for that […]

After trading three-time All-Star outfielder Kyle Tucker to the Chicago Cubs, Houston Astros general manager Dana Brown admitted the team is open to hearing offers for starter Framber Valdez. However, he emphasized that another major move is unlikely. On Friday, following the deal that sent Tucker to the Cubs in exchange for four players, Brown […]

The Houston Astros made all their skeptics look silly last season after overcoming a rough start to win yet another American League West title. It is therefore risky to assume the empire is crumbling following their decision to trade All-Star right fielder Kyle Tucker to the Chicago Cubs for All-Star third baseman Isaac Paredes, first-round […]

The Houston Astros created some waves at the Winter Meetings involving Kyle Tucker. Reports suggested the Astros were listening to trade offers for Tucker ahead of his contract year. Houston is also still looking to re-sign veteran third baseman Alex Bregman, as well. One of these dominos fell on Friday as the Astros traded Tucker […]

One of the biggest moves of the MLB offseason went down on Friday when star Astros outfielder Kyle Tucker was traded to the Chicago Cubs for a package including infielder Isaac Paredes, pitcher Hayden Wesneski and a prospect. The Cubs won the Tucker sweepstakes which included a number of contenders looking to beef up their […]

The Chicago Cubs and Houston Astros pulled off the biggest trade of the offseason. Kyle Tucker is headed to Chicago and the package heading the other way could keep Houston relevant. The biggest domino of the offseason was Juan Soto, who spurned the Yankees after one year to sign with the Mets. Now, Tucker is […]

The Houston Astros have traded outfielder Kyle Tucker to the Chicago Cubs. Rumors started during the Winter Meetings that Houston could deal the outfielder, who hits free agency in 2025. The Cubs sent third baseman Isaac Paredes, prospect Cam Smith, and pitcher Hayden Wesneski in return. Jeff Passan broke the news on Friday afternoon. “The […]

The Houston Astros are working to trade Kyle Tucker this offseason. Rumors started at the Winter Meetings and now that those are over, the deal is closing in. The New York Yankees have been in the running since the start, as they look to replace Juan Soto. Now, Bruce Levine of Chicago’s 67o The Score […]

Alex Bregman has spent the first nine seasons of his career with the Houston Astros. With seven ALCS appearances and two titles, he is a bona fide franchise legend. Now, Bregman is choosing his next destination in free agency. The Boston Red Sox and New York Yankees are vying for his services but a return […]

It’s not easy to recover after losing someone you valued; for the New York Yankees, they are in scramble mode in the aftermath of Juan Soto’s decision to leave them for the New York Mets. The Yankees already commenced step one of their post-Soto breakup plan, signing quality left-handed starting pitcher Max Fried to an […]

The New York Yankees cannot replace Juan Soto with one player, but they have the power to become an even better team on paper than they were with the five-time Silver Slugger. Fresh off signing left-handed starting pitcher Max Fried to a massive contract, longtime general manager Brian Cashman is in trade talks with an […]

The Houston Astros have reportedly targeted Chicago Cubs outfielder Seiya Suzuki and corner infielder Isaac Paredes in a potential trade involving star right fielder Kyle Tucker. Talks between the Astros and Cubs are ongoing and fluid, and the Astros have also expressed interest in the Cubs’ 2024 first-round pick, Cam Smith. Tucker, a three-time All-Star […]

Kyle Tucker’s name has become a focal point of MLB trade talks this offseason, with the Houston Astros reportedly open to moving their star outfielder. The Astros are prioritizing major league-ready corner infielders and starting pitching in return for Tucker. This aligns with the organization’s potential need to replace Alex Bregman, who will depart in […]

The New York Yankees lost out on the Juan Soto sweepstakes. They responded by signing Max Fried, creating a surplus of starting pitchers to trade from. Now, Joel Sherman of the New York Post is reporting that they are in talks with the Houston Astros to trade for Kyle Tucker. But it would cost them […]

The big MLB hot stove news has dropped, as Juan Soto is officially a New York Met. But there are plenty of moves still to go that could impact the next World Series champion. One of those players is Jorge Polanco, who has met with the Houston Astros and Toronto Blue Jays. Jon Heyman of […]

The Houston Astros are eager to retain free agent Alex Bregman, who is seeking a contract worth over $200 million. As of Thursday, the Astros’ reported offer stood at $156 million. Astros General Manager Dana Brown addressed the situation outside the winter meetings in Dallas, confirming the team’s ongoing efforts to re-sign Bregman. “I’m optimistic […]

The 2024 Winter Meetings are underway and Houston Astros GM Dana Brown‘s phone is on. Asked if he would listen to offers on Kyle Tucker or Framber Valdez, the Astros’ general manager told Chandler Rome of The Athletic that he will “listen on anybody.” “We’re not trying to aggressively move anybody out the door, but […]

As hot stove season continues to heat up, there have been a number of theoretical deals that could help both teams involved in them. One such deal, proposed by USA Today’s Bob Nightengale in his Sunday column, involves the Houston Astros and Philadelphia Phillies. In this hypothetical deal, the Phillies would send third baseman Alec […]