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Washington Nationals vs Houston Astros Game Thread

After winning the first game and dropping the second, the Nats are looking to avoid a repeat of what happened against the Pirates. They will look to secure the series win and stay above .500. To do so, they will lean on their reliable ace Foster Griffin. The Nats are only making a couple of […]

AFC Notes: Jeffery Simmons, Airontae Ersery, Jaguars, Texans, Titans

Jaguars Jaguars running game coordinator Brian Picucci said he knew HC Liam Coen would eventually become a head coach. “It’s awesome. I am proud,” Picucci said, via Sports Illustrated. “But I also saw the evolution of when you’re trying to find your voice earlier in your career, and you know as well as I do, […] The post AFC Notes: Jeffery Simmons, Airontae Ersery, Jaguars, Texans, Titans appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .

Astros News: Pena, Blanco, McCullers Jr.

Last night in Sugar Land, rehabbing Astros players Jeremy Pena, Ronel Blanco, and Lance McCullers Jr. all contributed to a rain-shortened victory for the Sugar Land Space Cowboys over the Albuquerque Isotopes. McCullers Jr. got the start for Sugar Land, and pitched 4 innings, allowing 4R (2 ER) on 3H and 3BB, notching 4K. McCullers […]

Expectations for the Houston Texans in 2026

The Texans are in a somewhat awkward spot as the 2026 regular season approaches. It’s clear they have a talented roster capable of making a deep playoff run, but they haven’t been able to take that next step. Since C.J. Stroud became Houston’s starting quarterback, the Texans have made the playoffs every season and have […]

In The Lab: A Look at Defensive Efficiency

The best stats are the stats that work for hitters and pitchers. They are mirror images of each other. On Monday, we looked at offensive efficiency to see how the Astros offense was holding up. The numbers obviously cut in a number of directions, but the main components are to see how many base runners […]

Amen Thompson is reported to be “near untouchable” for Rockets

With the NBA trade market booming with multiple trades occurring, it’s natural to wonder whether the Rockets would trade any of their young core. Well, it seems we got the answer, as in a Kelly Iko article released in late June, Iko was quoted saying: “Rival teams that have contacted the Rockets recently have been […]

Astros Still Looking For Left-Handed Outfielder, Righty Relief

The Astros unsuccessfully tried last offseason to acquire a left-handed hitting outfielder. That remains one of the front office’s top priorities as they prepare for next month’s trade deadline, general manager Dana Brown told Chandler Rome of The Athletic. The GM also added the club would be open to adding a right-handed pitcher who could […]

AFC Notes: Arik Armstead, Daniel Bellinger, Jaguars, Texans, Titans

Jaguars Veteran Jaguars DL Arik Armstead is aware that many people were putting his name into the rumor mill and believed the team would move on from him this offseason, even if it was to save cap space. “That’s the nature of the business,” Armstead told Ryan O’Halloran of the Florida Times-Union. “It’s impossible to ignore […] The post AFC Notes: Arik Armstead, Daniel Bellinger, Jaguars, Texans, Titans appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .

David Montgomery Holds Nothing Back On Lions Departure

As part of his offseason work, Detroit Lions general manager Brad Holmes dealt veteran running back David Montgomery to the Houston Texans in exchange for offensive lineman Juice Scruggs, a 2026 fourth-round pick, and a 2027 seventh-round pick.It brought an end to Montgomery’s time with the Lions after he saw a reduction in his workload […] The post David Montgomery Holds Nothing Back On Lions Departure appeared first on HEAVY .

Astros at Nationals Game Discussion: 7/7/2026

TONIGHT’S GAME: The Houston Astros (45-48) and Washington Nationals (47-45), who share their Spring Training complex together in West Palm Beach, FL, will play the middle game of their three-game series in the nation’s capital tonight. RHP Tatsuya Imai (5-4, 6.14 ERA) will get the start for the Astros, his 13th of the season, and […]

Washington Nationals vs Houston Astros Game Thread

The Nats won a thrilling 12-11 contest last night. They hope the pitching will be better tonight, but Blake Butera’s bunch will absolutely take that win. The boys have a chance to take a series from the Astros. They were in this same position against the Pirates, but dropped the last two games. Now, they […]

Astros Option Burrows, Recall Santa

The clock has struck 12 on Astros SP Mike Burrows. Today, the Astros announced that they were optioning Burrows to Triple-A Sugar land and recalling RP Alimber Santa. Burrows has struggled mightily this season, and yesterday’s start was the final straw. Burrows was staked to a 6-1 lead through 3 innings, blew the entire lead […]

5 Under The Radar Trade Targets for Astros

Here are some under the radar trade targets for the Houston Astros: OF Lars Nootbaar, Cardinals (28): Nootbaar is a solid OBP corner outfielder whose season only started June 5 due to offseason surgery on both of his heels, which has impacted his ability to run the past couple of seasons. When healthy, as he […]

Houston Astros Reveal New Roster Moves Before Nationals Game

The Houston Astros have an opportunity to redeem themselves against the Washington Nationals on Tuesday night.Ahead of the game, the organization announced new roster moves.According to Astros beat writer Chandler Rome of The Athletic (via X), Mike Burrows has now been optioned, while Alimber Santa has been called up in his place. The Astros have […] The post Houston Astros Reveal New Roster Moves Before Nationals Game appeared first on HEAVY .

Rockets Rafael Stone needs to better value marginal assets

An NBA general manager wears many hats. The job is multifaceted. You have to manage conflicting priorities on competing timelines. Contrary to the popular belief of NBA fans who spend too much time on trade machines, it’s a difficult job. It’s also a high-paying one. Fans have high standards for their general managers, and rightly […]

Astros Option Mike Burrows

The Astros have optioned struggling right-hander Mike Burrows to Triple-A Sugar Land, the team announced Tuesday. Fellow right-hander Alimber Santa has been recalled from Sugar Land in his place. Burrows, 26, was one of the most notable additions to the Houston pitching staff this winter. The Astros added him in the three-team trade that sent […]