Climbing Tal's Hill
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The Houston Astros' best shot at improving their starting rotation would have been a trade for Joe Ryan, but now they'll have to pivot to Plan B as the Minnesota Twins take him off the trade block.
Stephen Parello|
The Houston Astros are stuck in a position where they don't have the money or the prospect capital to find an ace, but one buy-low opportunity could present itself in New York Mets starter Kodai Senga.
Stephen Parello|
If the Houston Astros weren't plagued by a bloated payroll, they could have dreamed big at the MLB Winter Meetings.
Jordan Campbell|
The Houston Astros front office hasn't instilled much faith in the fanbase after agreeing to deals with Ryan Weiss and Nate Pearson.
Drew Koch|
Despite the Houston Astros wanting to bring back Victor Caratini, the Texas Rangers could be standing in their way.
Jordan Campbell|
A perfect storm is brewing for the Houston Astros to capitalize on Jake Meyers' breakout 2025 season as the list of center field-needy teams grows and grows.
Stephen Parello|
Fans know for certain that the Houston Astros under Dana Brown are not afraid to be aggressive in trades However, trading Jeremy Peña might be going too far.
Eric Cole|
The Houston Astros are reportedly enamored with free agent pitcher Ranger Suarez. But if the Astros won't offer a six-year deal, it's not going to happen.
Drew Koch|
The Houston Astros could benefit from the Blue Jays' spending spree on starters, but only if they act decisively right now and target Chris Bassitt.
Eric Cole|
The Houston Astros' late season collapse in 2025 may have cost them more than another playoff run depending on how the MLB Draft Lottery goes.
Eric Cole|
The St. Louis Cardinals might be willing to trade Willson Contreras this offseason, and many will point to the Houston Astros as a potential suitor.
Jordan Campbell|
The Houston Astros acquired low-cost arm Nico Zeglin from the Chicago Cubs in exchange for international bonus pool money.
Drew Koch|
While the Houston Astros may seem like a logical fit for Zac Gallen, he is anything but a perfect target for the Astros this offseason.
Eric Cole|
The Houston Astros are in the market for a frontline starting pitcher this offseason, but they'd be foolish to dismiss those who've been durable over the years.
Drew Koch|
Houston Astros first baseman Christian Walker is on the trade market, but ESPN's update doesn't offer much hope of a deal happening.
Jordan Campbell|
Now that the Houston Astros are getting genuine trade interest in Jesus Sanchez seems to justify their decision to keep him around in the short-term.
Eric Cole|
The Houston Astros could look trade Jake Meyers this offseason. The latest Astros rumors connect Houston's centerfielder with something their desperately need.
Drew Koch|
Ranger Suarez would look great near the top of the Houston Astros' rotation but it feels like he will cost too much.
Jordan Campbell|
Cody Ponce's high price tag pushed him off the Houston Astros radar and into Canada after he signed with the Toronto Blue Jays.
Drew Koch|
The Houston Astros figure to be at the center of trade talks during the MLB Winter Meetings next week.
Jordan Campbell|
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