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Bagwell dishes on Astros hiring Ausmus as manager
The Houston Astros have hired Brad Ausmus as manager, with Jeff Bagwell weighing in and a controversial joke resurfacing amid the announcement.
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Cubs’ Pete Crow-Armstrong unanimously wins NL MVP
Chicago Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong captured the 2026 National League MVP award with a unanimous vote, while Houston's Yordan Alvarez earned the American League honor.
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Astros star Yordan Alvarez unanimously wins AL MVP award after flirtation with Triple Crown
Yordan Alvarez and Pete Crow-Armstrong sweep the 2026 MVP awards unanimously, with Alvarez edging out Shohei Ohtani in the American League after a Triple Crown chase
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Yordan, Wheeler named Comeback Players of the Year
Yordan Álvarez and Zack Wheeler were named Comeback Players of the Year as MLB award season continued on November 12, 2026.
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Could Astros hire Albert Pujols? Houston interviewing future Hall of Famer
The Houston Astros are considering future Hall of Famer Albert Pujols for their vacant managerial position.
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Luis Urueta To Interview For Astros’ Managerial Job
The Astros’ search for a new manager spikes headlines as future Hall of Famer Albert Pujols and coach Luis Urueta line up for interviews.
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Major League Baseball’s New Salary Cap Proposal Is As Shady As Its Old One
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Mariners To Hire Jason Kanzler As Manager
Jason Kanzler is officially introduced as the new manager of the Seattle Mariners, drawing varied reactions across sports media.
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MLB Power Rankings For All 30 Teams Entering 2026-27 Free Agency
Early MLB power rankings for the 2026-27 offseason place the Tigers, Mariners, Astros, and all thirty teams into position.
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Key dates for the Pirates’ offseason — and the impact the MLB lockout will have - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
Major League Baseball enters its offseason as the Players Association confirms 144 players have officially become free agents.
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10 names that would make sense in Astros’ manager search
Sports outlets are discussing potential candidates to replace Joe Espada as manager of the Houston Astros.
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White Sox 7, Astros 3: A postseason series victory
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Daulton Varsho Undergoes Wrist Surgery
Houston Astros player Daulton Varsho is sidelined for the remainder of the season following wrist surgery announced ahead of the Wild Card Series.
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Joe Espada to 'move on' from Astros' reaction to fans' boos
Astros manager Joe Espada signals a desire to move past fan hostility as the team faces a wave of boos and internal tension during the postseason.
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‘We don’t need boos’: Astros players frustrated as own fans turn on them in playoffs
Houston Astros players express frustration as home fans boo the team during the Major League Baseball playoffs.
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White Sox look to close out Houston Astros in two games after dominant playoff opener
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Astros frustrated by boos from sparse crowd during wild-card opener
The Houston Astros face crowd frustration and a potential sweep by the Chicago White Sox in the wild-card playoffs.
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White Sox 6, Astros 3: Grant Taylor survives biggest stress test yet
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Astros players blast their own fans for booing, not showing up to playoff loss
Houston Astros players have publicly criticized their own fanbase following a wild-card playoff loss and visible crowd frustration.
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Chicago White Sox vs. Houston Astros Results, Stats, and Recap
The New York Yankees have advanced to the ALDS after sweeping the Boston Red Sox in a decisive Wild Card series.
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Projecting the Astros Wild Card Round Roster
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Blubaugh to open Wild Card Game 1 for Astros; Brown expected to start Game 2
AJ Blubaugh is set to open Wild Card Game 1 for the Astros against the White Sox.
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Tigers And Astros Legend Justin Verlander Sends ‘Real Shot’ Kate Upton Message During Farewell Tour
MLB legend Justin Verlander concludes his career with emotional final moments alongside family, teammates, and fans.
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Mariners players react to firing of Dan Wilson
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Phillies avoid collapse, Astros sneak in as MLB Postseason is set
The MLB Postseason field is finalized as the Phillies avoid a late-season collapse and the Astros secure a spot in the playoffs.
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Rockies 9, White Sox 6: Wild card it is
The MLB postseason intensifies as the Yankees and White Sox secure wild-card sweeps to advance to the ALDS.
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The Opener: NL Wild Card Battle, AL West Race, Goodman
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No One Should Win The AL West
Coverage examines the historic weakness of the 2026 AL West division race as postseason contenders face intense scrutiny.
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Latest MLB Playoff Picture 2026, World Series Bracket and Wild Card Race
The 2026 MLB postseason kicks off with a high-stakes Wild Card slate featuring fierce rivalries and critical broadcast expansions.
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Atlanta Braves News: Robert Suarez, division on the brink, more
The Atlanta Braves have clinched the NL East title while reintegrating key bullpen arm Robert Suarez for the final stretch of the 2026 season.
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Astros weighing move to second base for Carlos Correa upon return: Source
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Widow files new suit alleging botched landing maneuvers, aircraft safety failures in Amazon jet crash
A new lawsuit and NTSB flight data emerge following a fatal Amazon cargo plane crash at Miami International Airport, citing excessive approach speeds.
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Astros 2, White Sox 0: The last 90 feet are the longest
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Orioles To Claim Luis Robert Jr.
The Baltimore Orioles have claimed outfielder Luis Robert Jr. after the New York Mets placed the slugger on waivers despite a strong performance in August.
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Crane: Astros needed change at top; Espada decision will come after season
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Joe Espada To Remain Astros’ Manager For Rest Of Season
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Astros Part Ways With GM Dana Brown
The Houston Astros have parted ways with General Manager Dana Brown following a disappointing home stand and a decline in team performance.
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Mariners beat Astros to take series in Houston: 'That's what we can be'
The Mariners secure a series victory against the Astros in Houston following a close game featuring home runs.
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Mariners bounce back in must-win game after season's most demoralizing loss
The Seattle Mariners secured a pivotal 3-2 series victory over the division-leading Houston Astros following a devastating previous loss.
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Mariners hurt fans today (just to see if they still feel), lose to Astros in extras, 10-7
The Houston Astros secured a 10-7 extra-inning victory over the Seattle Mariners following a walk-off home run by Christian Walker.
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Stars come out to help lead Padres to series win over Astros
The San Diego Padres secured a series victory over the Houston Astros, fueled by a dominant 7-2 win and a standout performance by Fernando Tatis Jr.
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Astros vs Padres Prediction, Pick, MLB Odds for Sunday Night Baseball -- 8/9
Sports betting and viewing guides are trending as the Houston Astros face the San Diego Padres in a Sunday Night Baseball matchup on August 9, 2026.
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Blue Jays trade outfielder Daulton Varsho to Astros
The Houston Astros have strengthened their roster by acquiring outfielder Daulton Varsho from the Toronto Blue Jays ahead of the trade deadline.
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Rangers are due for retooling after disastrous road trip, should be listeners at deadline
The Texas Rangers face a critical strategic pivot toward retooling following a disastrous road trip as the MLB trade deadline approaches.
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Sources: Dodgers finalizing trade to acquire Tarik Skubal
Major league baseball activity intensifies as the Dodgers land Tarik Skubal and the Astros acquire Daulton Varsho.
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Final Lone Star State battle of '26 could shape Deadline plans and playoff picture
The Astros secured a decisive victory over the Rangers, capturing the AL West division lead and the Silver Boot Series.
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Yordan Alvarez Is On Pace to Win Two Types of Triple Crowns
Houston Astros star Yordan Alvarez is pursuing a historic double Triple Crown achievement following a dominant performance against the Marlins.
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The Trade Deadline is 1 week away! Here's the latest on MLB's buzziest trade candidates
Major League Baseball coverage focuses on active trade rumors and deadline details with one week remaining until the cutoff.
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Brewers Designate Lance McCullers Jr. For Assignment
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Astros 9, White Sox 5: Stunned in the sixth
The Houston Astros defeated the Chicago White Sox 9-5, highlighted by a massive eight-run surge in the sixth inning.
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Astros Place Spencer Arrighetti On 15-Day IL
The Houston Astros have placed pitcher Spencer Arrighetti on the 15-day injured list due to a painful nerve issue in his foot.
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Astros Trade Nate Pearson To Royals
The Houston Astros have traded pitcher Nate Pearson to the Kansas City Royals in exchange for prospect Max Martin.
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Astros To Trade Lance McCullers Jr. To Brewers
The Houston Astros have traded longtime pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. to the Milwaukee Brewers in exchange for prospects including Jadyn Fielder.
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Astros 'fired up' to nab Texas Tech slugger Logan Hughes
The Houston Astros have targeted offensive power in the 2026 MLB Draft by selecting Texas Tech slugger Logan Hughes with the 17th overall pick.
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Jacob deGrom Won’t Make Next Start, Could Need IL Stint
Jacob deGrom misses his scheduled Sunday start for the Rangers due to a glute strain.
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MLB Gameday: Rays 8, Astros 10 Final Score (07/04/2026)
Yordan Alvarez leads the Houston Astros to a 10-8 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays, ending the Rays' nine-game winning streak.
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Astros vs Tigers Prediction, Odds, Probable Pitchers, Picks for Today's MLB Game
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Fantasy Baseball SP Roundup 6/25: Imai Be Time For Tatsuya
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Astros Trade Jayden Murray To Cubs
The Chicago Cubs and Houston Astros have completed a trade involving right-handed pitcher Jayden Murray and first base prospect Cameron Sisneros.