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MLB Power Rankings: A new No. 1 emerges thanks to Dodgers free fall
The most unbeatable team in baseball is looking anything but right now, which means opportunity abounds for the rest of the league.News

Astros rumors have Houston circling former Angels slugger after underwhelming trade deadline
The Houston Astros missed on Austin Hays, who promptly homered against them. Now Houston's reportedly circling Jorge Soler and maybe Rob Refsnyder instead.
Astros' surge suddenly adds importance to Carlos Correa's recovery no one is buying
The Houston Astros are playing great baseball lately, but it might not be enough justify pushing Carlos Correa to rush his return.
Astros' continued trend hints Dana Brown could suffer similar fate as James Click
The Houston Astros are holding onto first place in the AL West, but Dana Brown's expiring contract and Jim Crane's history suggest winning won't be enough.
Astros' push to get Carlos Correa back this season comes with some very familiar risks
Carlos Correa isn't ruling out a 2026 return for the Houston Astros after ankle surgery, but rushing back carries real risk for a 31-year-old with a lengthy injury history and years left on his contract.Rumors




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Astros quickly pivot from doomed Tarik Skubal pursuit to reliable Giants lefty
The Houston Astros did not land Tarik Skubal, but it sounds like they may have already identified their next trade target.
Botched Astros-Twins Bryan Abreu trade could've helped solve long-standing roster problem
It sounds like the Houston Astros were close to a deal to address their lineup balance issues in exchange for Bryan Abreu. However, the deal got nixed.
Astros’ luxury tax status could be the final clue as to Dana Brown’s future with the team
The key to the Houston Astros trade deadline could be Jim Crane's willingness to exceed the luxury tax, which in turn will speak volumes about Dana Brown's job.
Astros’ need for salary relief could get huge boost thanks to shallow trade market
While the Houston Astros are gearing up to buy at the trade deadline, they could also take advantage of the market to rid themselves of a couple of veterans.
Astros' Tarik Skubal trade rumors only work if Dana Brown uses last 'get out of jail free' card
Bob Nightengale keeps linking the Houston Astros to Tarik Skubal, but Houston's farm system can't get it done unless Dana Brown trades Jeremy Peña first.
Astros cannot afford to wait to give Steven Okert the extension he deserves
The Houston Astros shouldn't mess around and wait too long to lock up Steven Okert, because he is more important to their bullpen than most realize.
Yordan Alvarez's 2026 season with Astros looks like this Hall of Fame DH in his prime
Yordan Alvarez's 2026 numbers for the Houston Astros stack up directly against David Ortiz's peak Boston Red Sox seasons, and this time the MVP race isn't rigged against him.
Ousted Cubs pitcher with Yankees ties could be a clear buy-low candidate for Astros
Jameson Taillon has fallen on hard times, but he could be an ideal buy-low candidate for the Houston Astros.
This Jeremy Peña trade proposal would overwhelm Astros, satisfy Red Sox's trade deadline hunt
The Boston Red Sox have a key prospect that could force the Houston Astros to consider a trade of Jeremy Peña.
Astros have a real chance to make up some of the lost value from the Kyle Tucker trade
Opinions on the Kyle Tucker trade could change as Hayden Wesneski returns to the Houston Astros after a 15-month layoff following Tommy John surgery.
Astros Rumors: Red Sox enter Jeremy Pena trade chatter while leveraging AL West rival
The Houston Astros want to buy at the trade deadline, but if they can win the leverage war against the Boston Red Sox and Los Angeles Angels, they could turn Jeremy Pena into a huge win.
MLB insider dropped biggest hint yet about Dana Brown's Astros future
Dana Brown will lead the Houston Astros as buyers at the 2026 trade deadline, but owner Jim Crane may have already decided his fate regardless of what happens.
Astros Rumors: MLB insider just suggested this Reds bat as a perfect fit (and he’s right)
The Houston Astros need a left-handed bat, and Reds outfielder JJ Bleday may actually be the perfect trade candidate for them at the deadline.
Astros News: Dana Brown's trade deadline stance, Former first-round pick signs, Dan Hennigan
In case there was any doubt, Dana Brown made it crystal clear where the Houston Astros stand ahead of the 2026 trade deadline.
3 trade rumors Astros fans hope come true, 3 they don't
Houston Astros trade rumors ahead of the August 3 deadline split into two camps. There are moves fans are hoping for, and ones they're dreading.
5 Astros who will be off 40-man roster if Dana Brown feels the pressure at 2026 trade deadline
If Dana Brown is feeling the pressure at the 2026 trade deadline, wild times could be in order for the Houston Astros.
Former Astro Lance McCullers Jr. already suffers unexpected fate after Brewers trade
Former Houston Astros starting pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. had already ben cut loose by the Milwaukee Brewers.
Astros could dominate 2026 trade deadline but MLB insider calls out elephant in the room
Unfortunately, it appears as though there is little hope that the Houston Astros are going to listen to reason at the trade deadline this year.
Building the Astros’ dream trade deadline if Houston were to go truly all-in
This is what a realistic version of the Houston Astros' dream trade deadline could look like as they solve all of their pressing needs.

