Houston Astros: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

MLB News / Bleacher Nation / 31 minutes ago

Astros vs. Rockies Prediction: Expert Picks, Odds, Stats & Best Bets – Sunday, April 28, 2024

The Houston Astros (8-19) and Yordan Alvarez (2 HR in his last game) are favored (-210) on the moneyline for their matchup with the Colorado Rockies (7-20) on Sunday at 4:05 PM ET on ESPN.

MLB News / Bleacher Nation / 1 hour ago

Astros vs. Rockies Probable Starting Pitchers – April 28

The Houston Astros (8-19) go on the road at Estadio Alfredo Harp Helu against the Colorado Rockies (7-20) at 4:05 PM ET on Sunday. This contest’s pitching matchup is set, as the Astros will send Framber Valdez to the mound, while Austin Gomber (0-1) will answer the bell for the Rockies.

MLB News / Crawfish Boxes / 6 hours ago

Finally, A Quality Game; Astros Blast Rockies 12-4

The Astros, to be clear, face an uphill battle for the remainder of the 2024 season, thanks to its 7-19 start to the season entering Saturday’s Mexico City Series opener.

Yordan Alvarez News / ESPN / 1 hour ago

Astros' Alvarez hits two 461-foot HRs in Mexico

Yordan Alvarez hit two home runs, Kyle Tucker added a solo shot and the Houston Astros beat the Colorado Rockies 12-4 on Saturday night in the MLB World Tour: Mexico City Series to snap a five-game losing streak.

MLB News / Field Level Media / 11 hours ago

Astros crush Rockies in Mexico City Series opener

Yordan Alvarez homered twice and finished with three hits, Kyle Tucker hit also went deep and the Houston Astros beat the Colorado Rockies 12-4 in the first game of the Mexico City Series on Saturday night.

MLB News / Crawfish Boxes / 12 hours ago

Series Nine (of 52): Houston “visits” Colorado

The Astros play a road set against the home-team-designated Rockies at Alfredo Harp Helú Stadium for two games in Mexico starting tonight. The two-game series will be the first of two this year between the teams, with the rematch set for June 25 and 26 at Minute Maid Park.

Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / April 26

Astros, expecting Framber Valdez back, option JP France to Triple-A

The struggling Houston Astros optioned right-handed starter JP France to Triple-A Sugar Land Friday, clearing the way for the team to activate left-hander Framber Valdez from the 15-day injured list.

Houston Astros News / Last Word On Sports / 16 hours ago

Astros Activate Cy Young Contender Ahead Of Mexico Series

Finally, some good news for the Houston Astros pitching staff. Left-hander Framber Valdez will be activated off the injured list to start Sunday’s game against the Rockies in Mexico City.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / April 26

The road to where? What path do the Houston Astros take from here?

There are multiple options for the Houston season, but that doesn’t mean they are good ones. If you are a Houston Astros fan, April 2024 may be the longest month in the history of history.

Houston Astros News / Last Word On Sports / April 25

How a Bad Season Can Save the Houston Astros Dynasty The Astros Rough Start Could Be a Blessing in Disguise

It’s no secret that the Houston Astros have gotten off to a rough start this year. The Astros currently sit 12 games below .500 and in last place in the American League West.

Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / 14 hours ago

Astros set to activate key starting pitcher on Sunday

The news is obviously great for Valdez personally. He and the club got a scare when he landed on the injured list earlier this month due to soreness in his throwing elbow.

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Houston Astros News / Last Word On Sports / 22 hours ago

Astros First Baseman Averaging Less Than Jersey Number

Houston Astros first baseman José Abreu, once one of the best hitters in baseball, has a batting average lower than his jersey number. No batter has had a worse start to the season than Abreu.

MLB News / Action Network / 17 hours ago

MLB betting: Astros vs. Cubs odds, pick and predictions for Tuesday 4/23

Cody Goggin of the Action Network shares his Astros vs. Cubs pick, including MLB odds and predictions for the game at Wrigley Field on Tuesday, April 23.

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Three-time All-Star running out of time with Astros

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MLB News / Yardbarker / 26 minutes ago

Astros' horrible start continues with series loss to Nationals

Astros' horrible start continues with ugly series loss to Nationals

They look nothing like that team so far this season, and with Sunday's 6-0 loss to the Washington Nationals, the Astros find themselves at the bottom of the American League standings with a shocking 7-16 record.

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Jose Abreu News / Yardbarker / April 21