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The Houston Astros have a lineup problem, but it's not an easy one to solve. Christian Walker continues to bat cleanup, but does Astros manager Joe Espada have any better options?
Drew Koch|
Houston Astros starter Hunter Brown continues to shine this season, and could eventually take away the No. 1 spot in the rotation from Framber Valdez. But after that, the Astros could have a major problem on their hands.
Drew Koch|
Nolan Arenado's explanation of this offseason's vetoed trade between the Houston Astros and St. Louis Cardinals makes no sense.
Eric Cole|
Cam Smith's first two weeks in the major leagues have been less than ideal, bu the Houston Astros don't have a backup plan.
Drew Koch|
While a handful of Houston Astros players deserve praise for their early-season performance, others should find a seat on the bench.
Drew Koch|
Houston Astros shortstop Jeremy Peña is showing some great signs at the plate in 2025 even though he doesn't have a lot to show for it yet.
Eric Cole|
Houston Astros pitching prospect Anderson Brito may not be a household name yet, but he is starting to get a lot of attention down in the minor leagues in 2025.
Eric Cole|
Houston Astros starting pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. is inching closer to his major league return. Unfortunately, the MLB schedule makers didn't get the memo.
Drew Koch|
The Houston Astros had a few extra months in order to acquire Isaac Paredes. But now that he's in an Astros uniform, the slugger is finally finding success.
Drew Koch|
The Houston Astros' offseason decisions are in full focus as some are paying off while others look like rather unfortunate mistakes.
Stephen Parello|
The Houston Astros have gotten off to a rough start (again). But Houston's 2025 struggles are much different than last season's early-season scuffle. No Kyle Tucker and no Alex Bregman mean there's not much help on the way.
Drew Koch|
Houston Astros fans are bidding on pieces of the old 'Minute Maid Park' signage, but buying them comes with one small catch.
Eric Cole|
The Houston Astros released a versatile utility player, but his career is given a second chance after hated rival, the New York Yankees, scooped him up. Will Cooper Hummell soon make his debut in the Bronx?
Stephen Parello|
The Houston Astros' matchup with the Angels on Saturday went sideways in a hurry after one fan decided to get involved with Mike Trout.
Eric Cole|
The Houston Astros offense needs to get their act together. Heading into Friday's game against the Los Angeles Angels, Jake Meyers was the Astros second-best hitter.
Eric Cole|
The Houston Astros traded Rafael Montero to the Atlanta Braves earlier this week, and the final details of the deal are now available.
Drew Koch|
The Houston Astros are surviving without Kyle Tucker and Alex Bregman, but Dana Brown and Co. may need to maker some changes before May 1.
Eric Cole|
The Chicago Cubs appear to be engaged in contract talks with former Houston Astros slugger Kyle Tucker. This is sure to anger Astros fans, but Houston's fanbase (and front office) should focus instead on Framber Valdez.
Drew Koch|
Yusei Kikuchi has gotten off to a rather fair start with the Los Angeles Angels this season. He's pretty human out on the mound, not displaying a dominating form that he had with the Houston Astros in the second half of last season.
Joseph Rutland|
The Houston Astros did little to improve the team's starting rotation this offseason, and settling on Ronel Blanco could be their undoing.
Drew Koch|
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