While the Astros could take a risk on their injured starters contributing once they return, it'd be a huge gamble to take. But, moving trade chips for a starter could be a waste if the injured ...

The Houston Astros might have to replace Yordan Alvarez at the deadline. Alvarez, dealing with a hand injury, might return in the near future, or not for the next few months. Until the Astros give a ...

UTSA utility Caden Miller (34) celebrates with outfielder Mason Lytle (3) after scoring the first run of the game against the Texas Longhorns, March 18, 2025 at UFCU Disch-Falk Field in Austin. / Sara ...

The Astros could be without Alvarez for a large chunk of the 2025 season, as they've already been without the slugger since ...

All signs are pointing to the Houston Astros buying ahead of this year's deadline once again. How aggressive they search for upgrades isn't clear, with their fa ...

Harper looked feeble upon his return from the IL, going 1 for 14 in four games, but then he busted out on July 8 with a ...

Could the St. Louis Cardinals trade Brendan Donovan at the deadline? The Astros are circling, but the Redbirds face a tough decision ...

O'Hearn was named an All-Star for the first time this season, even starting as the designated hitter for the AL squad. The 31 ...

Since joining the team this past offseason and stepping in for the injured Gerrit Cole, Fried has been one of the best pitchers in baseball, with a 2.43 ERA across 20 starts so far. But after exiting ...

With the All-Star break upon us, summer in full swing and the Royals hopefully heating up, I figure it’s a good time to hash together some smaller stories. There have been a lot of similarities ...

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With several pitchers and Yordan Alvarez out, Houston must decide whether to prioritize pitching or a lefty bat when making deals.