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Framber Valdez, Astros overwhelm Twins

Framber Valdez carried a no-hitter into the seventh inning while Yordan Alvarez produced his first multi-homer game in five weeks as the Houston Astros slugged four home runs in a 5-2 win over the visiting Minnesota Twins on Saturday.

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What Should The Houston Astros Do About Their First Base Problem?

We've grown pretty accustomed to seeing the Houston Astros waltz their way to the ALCS, but it looks like this year might be the first time since 2016 they won't make it there.

Shawn Dubin News / Field Level Media / 1 hour ago

Astros add RHP Shawn Dubin back to bullpen

The Houston Astros recalled right-hander Shawn Dubin on Saturday from Triple-A Sugar Land and optioned right-hander Alex Speas to Triple-A. Dubin, 28, returns to the Astros after going 0-1 with a 6.59 ERA in nine relief appearances earlier this season.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / 2 hours ago

Astros HOF Index: The day the dynasty died

A critical look at the last two years “I come to bury Caesar, not to praise him.” — William Shakespeare I should begin with a simple explanation of why these columns have the same name.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / 1 hour ago

The criticality of June for the Houston Astros (and some other thoughts)

Some things to think about as the all-important month of June approaches Under this current run of Astros’ dominance, June is usually a month when Houston hits its stride on the field, but mindful of what it might need in the trade market.

Spencer Arrighetti News / Houston Astros on SI / 3 hours ago

Can Houston Astros Rookie Sustain Newfound Success After Slow Start?

A lot of things went wrong for the Houston Astros in April, and Spencer Arrighetti was one of them. With the Astros' rotation decimated by injuries, he was pressed into action ahead of schedule.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / 4 hours ago

These Houston Astros Prospects Are Considered Their Best At Each Level

What propelled the Houston Astros to go on the dynastic run they're currently on was the strength of their farm system. Not only did they draft talented players, but they developed them into becoming Major League stars.

MLB News / Crawfish Boxes / 5 hours ago

Well, That Was Depressing; Twins Best Astros 6-1

For the first time in a long while, the Astros are arguably a bad baseball team. Or, at the very least, playing like one. Perhaps the more accurate way to view the situation is a mediocre baseball team that occasionally cosplays as a bad one.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / 12 hours ago

Houston Astros Skipper Makes Interesting Comments About Slumping Slugger

The Houston Astros need to go on a run. It looked like they had finally started piecing things together in mid-May when they made a charge up the AL West standings, but they have fizzled out almost as quickly as the hot stretch came.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / 13 hours ago

Houston Astros End Brutal Statistic Before Reaching MLB-Worst Streak

The Houston Astros avoided a four-game sweep against the Seattle Mariners on Thursday after they won the finale 4-0. Entering that series, it was a great opportunity for the Astros to win some contests against their first-place divisional opponent to help them inch closer to being in playoff contention.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / 17 hours ago

Houston Astros Top Pitching Prospect Finally Meeting Expectations

There were a lot of pitchers for the Houston Astros who were thrown into the fire early this season. With injuries to multiple of their expected contributors immediately, that became a sign of things to come as even more starting arms hit the injured list at some point throughout the year.

Spencer Arrighetti News / Field Level Media / May 30

Spencer Arrighetti, Astros avoid sweep by blanking Mariners

Rookie Spencer Arrighetti pitched six scoreless innings as the Houston Astros defeated the host Seattle Mariners 4-0 Thursday afternoon to avoid a four-game sweep by their American League West rivals.

Jose Abreu News / Viral Sports News / May 30

Astros’ Jose Abreu Speaks About 2024 Struggles, Demotion

The 2024 season got off to an abysmal start fo Houston Astros first baseman Jose Abreu. His struggles at the plate were a contributing factor to the team being in the position that they currently are.

Look of the Day 5/30: Opportunity for Mavs' Gafford ... and us

The Astros and Mariners cruised to an easy under on Wednesday night to cash our third straight Look of the Day, bringing us to +5.58 units on the week. Let's keep the profit train rolling.

NBA betting: Mavericks vs. Timberwolves Game 5 prediction, expert pick, odds for Thu. 5/30

NBA best bets: Picks against spread, prop predictions, odds for Mavericks vs. Timberwolves Game 5 on Thu. 5/30

NBA player props: How to bet Anthony Edwards and Luka Doncic for Thu. 5/30

Houston Astros News / FanNation Fastball / May 30

Houston Astros' Offense Joins Sad Group in Baseball History with Tepid Performance

The Houston Astros usually dominant offense has hit the skids over the last week, joining a sad group in baseball history. Per Sarah Langs of MLB.com:

MLB News / ClutchPoints / May 30

Justin Verlander hits Astros with reality check after wasted vintage start vs. Mariners

At 41 years old, Justin Verlander continues to prove that he can still dazzle on the mound. He did that again Wednesday night against the Seattle Mariners

MLB News / ClutchPoints / May 29

Astros make under-the-rader pitching move amid struggles vs. Mariners

The Houston Astros are well below .500 and need to start finding answers for their mid-season woes. Both the Seattle Mariners and Texas Rangers are ranked above them in the AL West.

Miguel Diaz News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 30

Astros release right-handed pitcher

He tossed one scoreless inning for the Astros before getting designated for assignment.

Injured Astros starters continue taking a toll on Houston

Mariners rally for another win over Astros

The 35 pitchers who have thrown multiple no-hitters

The '2005 Houston Astros' quiz

MLB News / Yardbarker / 6 hours ago

Look of the Day for 5/29: With these guys on the hill, the Under's the bill

With no NBA on the schedule for Wednesday night, let's switch over to MLB for our next Look of the Day. Let's keep this profit train rolling, shall we?

MLB home run props for 5/29: Good matchup, good price for Trevino

MLB strikeout props for 5/29: Justin time for a Verlander prop

MLB best bets: Prop picks and predictions for Wed. 5/29

MLB News / Action Network / 19 hours ago

MLB best bets: Astros vs. Mariners pick, odds, predictions for Wed. 5/29

Action Network's Kevin Rogers shares Astros vs. Mariners pick for Wednesday, May 29, including MLB odds on the run line, moneyline and over/under.

MLB Opening Pitch: Zerillo's expert picks, odds, predictions for Wed. 5/29

MLB best bets: Prop picks and predictions for Wed. 5/29

Which MLB players have the most career WAR?

Houston Astros News / Last Word On Sports / May 28

Injured Astros Starters Continue Taking a Toll on Houston

The Houston Astros rotation woes deepened this week, as yet another of their starters heads to the injured list. Houston placed starter Cristian Javier on the 15-day injured list, retroactive to May 24th, with a right forearm injury.

Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 27

Astros place starting pitcher on IL, recall Jose Abreu

The Astros made a few transactions before Monday's series opener in Seattle.

MLB News / Yardbarker / 18 hours ago

MLB strikeout props for 5/27: Fade in the shade out West

Happy Memorial Day, sports bettors! Coming off a winning week in strikeout props, let's kick off the new week with three K bets for the MLB holiday slate.

Craig Counsell returns to Milwaukee as Cubs face Brewers

MLB best bets: Picks, odds and predictions for Monday, 5/27

MLB Opening Pitch: Zerillo's expert picks, odds, previews for Memorial Day

Justin Verlander News / Last Word On Sports / 11 hours ago

Houston Astros Ace One Step Closer to Hall of Fame

Justin Verlander’s case for being a future Hall of Famer just got a little stronger as he entered the top 10 on the MLB all-time strikeout list. The Astros

Chas McCormick News / Last Word On Sports / May 22

Houston Astros Facing Questions as Injured Outfielder Returns

With injured outfielder Chas McCormick back in the lineup, the Houston Astros are facing questions over their crowded outfield. Chas McCormick was back in the Astros lineup on Tuesday after he was sidelined in April with an injured hamstring.