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A 3-4 week for the Phillies isn’t horrible considering the competition they had, but the general tenor that is surrounding the team right now isn’t that great. They should have done more against both the Astros and Braves, yet several blown games really has left a sour taste. Three up J.T. Realmuto – Yes, the […]
On September 14, 2026, the Texas Rangers begin the day a game back of the Houston Astros in the American League West, two games back of the Cleveland Guardians in the battle for the third Wild Card spot, and a game behind the Toronto Blue Jays. Texas had played 150 games, and had 12 games […]
Another day of minor league baseball is in the books. See the results below. Check out the previous day’s recap here. AAA: Sugar Land Space Cowboys (72-71) won 5-0 (BOX SCORE) Weiss started for Sugar Land and pitched well tossing 5 scoreless innings with 5 strikeouts. The offense got on the board in the 6th inning […]
Amidst the inconsistency of the Houston Astros 2026 season, left-handed closer Josh Hader‘s sustained dominance has them at the top of the American League West. Being a reliever is highly volatile. It’s a testament to one’s ability to hold up year-over-year. Only generationally great relievers tend to avoid a blowup year. But even the likes […] The post Josh Hader Is Reclaiming His Throne as MLB’s Best Reliever appeared first on Just Baseball .
FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal details the playoff races with two weeks to go. The National League postseason picture is mostly set thanks to the San Diego Padres’ 7-game winning streak. In the American League, the Chicago White Sox and Cleveland Guardians clash in a 3-game series to decide AL Central supremacy. In the AL West, the Houston Astros’ losses are the Texas Rangers’ gains. Ken’s Inside Dish explores the awards races. Grillin’ Ken answers your live questions — join the conversation ...
Fret not with that hovering malaise permeating from St. Petersburg’s aftermath. The ambient rawness of a series loss in Tampa is still fresh, but we have the perfect cure. It’s time to unveil my “All October Squad” throughout the various decades. This might be the only list you’ll ever find without the likes of Bagwell […]
Before Sunday’s game, Astros manager Joe Espada gave an update on the status of 3B Carlos Correa: It has not been determined how many games Correa will require on a rehab assignment, although the Sugar Land Space Cowboys season ends September 20. Whether they will require Correa to play the full week for Sugar Land […]
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ST. PETERSBURG — The final three weeks of the regular season were supposed to be a test for the Rays. A grind. A slog. A real challenge to their position atop the American League standings. So far, they’re making it look easy. Come see the Rays host the A’s and Red Sox in September After winning a three-game series in Atlanta to begin the week, the Rays capped a weekend sweep of the AL West-leading Astros with a 14-4 rout on Sunday afternoon at Tropicana Field. It was Tampa Bay’s Major League-...
While the Bucs’ season got off to a disappointing start with a loss in Cincinnati, the American League-best Rays completed a sweep of the Astros. The Rays plated two touchdowns worth of runs to keep them in great position to win the division title, Freddy Peralta got the start and while he wasn’t quite as […]
In the latest MLB Rumors roundup, the Astros consider a surprising move with Carlos Correa, the Diamondbacks could extend Gabriel Moreno and the Mets are hoping Bo Bichette opts in.
TODAY’S GAME: The Houston Astros (75-74) and Tampa Bay Rays (89-59) play the finale of this 3-game set this afternoon at Tropicana Field. RHP Hayden Wesneski (5-1, 3.35 ERA) will start for the Astros as he takes on Rays RHP Freddy Peralta (8-11, 4.82 ERA). BIG WES: RHP Hayden Wesneski has pitched well in recent […]
Another day of minor league baseball is in the books. See the results below. Check out the previous day’s recap here. AAA: Sugar Land Space Cowboys (71-71) lost 3-2 (BOX SCORE) Hendrickson started for Sugar Land and went 7 innings allowing 3 runs, all in the third, while striking out 7 batters. The Sugar Land offense […]
The Houston Astros are considering an unexpected defensive alignment for Carlos Correa if he can make it back before the regular season ends. Houston is weighing the possibility of moving Correa to second base, per Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal, a position he has never played during his 12-year MLB career. Correa has spent the past week […] The post Astros rumors: Bombshell Carlos Correa move on table if he returns from injury appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Carlos Correa may start a minor league rehab assignment this week, as the Astros infielder continues his comeback from what seemed like a season-ending ankle surgery back in May. Rather than returning as a third baseman or shortstop, Correa might instead get at least some time at the brand-new position of second base. The Athletic’s […]
The good feelings from the series opening win over the Mets were erased in a flash. The crosstown rivals stomped the Yankees in the Bronx, 12-2, as Gerrit Cole gave up another three home runs. It was a bad day for their ace to not have it with the Rays and Red Sox both winning […]
We asked. You answered. Earlier this week, we asked you if you believe the Astros should promote their own minor leaguers who have performed well at Triple-A Sugar Land this season or should they continue to scour the waiver wire and claim players they hope will have more success in new surroundings. Your answer was […]
One night after clinching a playoff spot, the Tampa Bay Rays went right back to work. The Houston Astros did not waste much time to test whether Tampa Bay had moved past the previous night’s celebration. Ian Seymour struck out Jeremy Peña to begin the game before former Ray Isaac Paredes sent a solo home […]
ST. PETERSBURG — Carlos Correa, who made the move from shortstop to third base last season when he was reacquired by the Astros in a trade with the Twins, could see time at second base if he returns from an ankle injury in the final weeks of the regular season. Correa has been working out at the team’s Spring Training facility in West Palm Beach, Fla., for the past week, and took grounders at second base on Saturday, a source told MLB.com. Correa has played 1,220 career games at shortstop and ...
ARLINGTON — Time is running out for the Rangers. Entering Saturday’s slate of games, the club sits three games back of the Astros in the AL West, while also standing three games back of the final AL Wild Card spot. They have 14 left to play. Nathan Eovaldi Flying Ace Bobblehead is Wednesday! But they’ll have two key players back for the final push. Ahead of Saturday’s matchup with the Diamondbacks, the Rangers activated third baseman Josh Jung (left calf) and right-hander Nathan Eovaldi (right...
TONIGHT’S GAME: The Houston Astros (75-73) and Tampa Bay Rays (88-59) play the 2nd game of this 3-game set tonight at Tropicana Field. RHP Peter Lambert (8-8, 3.67 ERA) will start for the Astros as he takes on Rays LHP Ian Seymour (9-6, 4.33 ERA). Tonight will be Lambert’s 4th career app. vs. TB and […]
Houston Astros slugger Yordan Alvarez is dealing with an ankle injury concern. Alvarez, a strong American League MVP candidate, is hoping to avoid a lengthy injury absence. While he did not play in Friday night’s 3-1 loss to the Tampa Bay Rays, manager Joe Espada believes Alvarez could return to the lineup on Sunday, via […] The post Astros’ Joe Espada provides important Yordan Alvarez injury update appeared first on ClutchPoints .
With Carlos Correa getting closer to returning to the Astros, questions have arisen about how the team would formulate their lineup when he was ready to rejoin the team. While Correa has exclusively taken ground balls at 3B during his rehab and manager Joe Espada has stated that Correa would play 3B upon his return, […]
Houston Astros DH Yordan Alvarez revealed an update ahead of Saturday’s game against the Tampa Bay Rays.
Houston Astros star Carlos Correa is hoping to return from injury this season. Could Correa play a completely new position once he returns, though? According to Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic, it is a possibility. When Correa first suffered an ankle injury earlier in the season, initial reports suggested he’d miss the remainder of the […] The post Astros’ Carlos Correa could play completely new position after return from injury appeared first on ClutchPoints .