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Astros Option Ronel Blanco, Recall Miguel Ullola
Today, the Houston Astros have optioned SP Ronel Blanco to Triple-A Sugar Land, and recalled RP Miguel Ullola. Blanco pitched 4 innings in yesterday’s loss to the Seattle Mariners, allowing 5 ER and 7 H and a walk while striking out 3. He allowed one HR while throwing 42 of his 59 pitches for strikes. […]
Astros Prospect Report: August 15th
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 (63-55) won 3-1 (BOX SCORE) Sugar Land got on the board in the 2nd inning scoring a run on a Brooks solo home run. Mayer got the start for the […]
Astros vs. Mariners Game Discussion: 8/15/2026
TONIGHT’S GAME: The first-place Houston Astros (63-60), who own a 3.0-game lead in the AL West, will play the middle game of their three-game series against the division rival Seattle Mariners (57-66) tonight at Daikin Park. RHP Hayden Wesneski (2-0, 3.86 ERA) will make his fourth Major League start of the season tonight, this time […]
Astros to Induct Alan Ashby, Phil Garner Into Hall of Fame Today
Former Astros catcher and broadcaster Alan Ashby and former player and manager Phil Garner are set to be inducted into the Astros Hall of Fame tonight at Daikin Park, prior to the 6:10 p.m. game vs. the Seattle Mariners. Ashby and Garner were elected by the Astros Hall of Fame committee, which consists of former Astros players, current front office […]
Astros Prospect Report: August 14th
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 (62-55) won 1-0 (BOX SCORE) Burrows made a rehab start and was solid tossing 4.1 scoreless innings with 3 strikeouts. The offense got on the board in the 7th inning […]
SB Nation Poll Results: Will Astros Make the Postseason?
We asked. You answered. Will the Houston Astros make the postseason this year? Here is what you said: SB Nation reacts polls are powered by Fanduel Sportsbook, the official sportsbook partner of SB Nation. https://sportsbook.fanduel.com/navigation/mlb
Astros vs Mariners Game Discussion: 8/14/2026
TONIGHT’S GAME: The first-place Houston Astros (62-60) will open a huge nine-game homestand tonight as they welcome in their division rival, the Seattle Mariners (57-65), for a three-game weekend series at Daikin Park. RHP Peter Lambert (8-6, 3.09 ERA), the Astros most consistent starter this season, will start the series opener for Houston opposite Astros […]
Despite Losing Season Series, Astros Can Bury Mariners This Weekend
The Houston Astros haven’t played the Seattle Mariners since May 14. Seattle won 8-3. It clinched the season series for the Mariners, who have won 7 of the 8 games the two teams have played this season. That May 14 loss was significant on several fronts. Not only did the Mariners clinch the season series […]
Astros Prospect Report: August 13th
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 (61-55) won 4-1 (BOX SCORE) Alexander started for Sugar Land and pitched well allowing one run over 6 innings while striking out 8. The offense got on the board in […]
Astros vs. Mariners Series Preview with Seattle Broadcaster Ryan Rowland-Smith
The Mariners have been on the ropes lately. With a sweep, the Astros could deliver a knockout blow, finishing them off once and for all. If accomplished, it would set the stage for a two-team race between Houston and their interstate foes who reside 250 miles north. Ryan Rowland-Smith […]
In The Lab: A Deeper Look at Defensive Efficiency
The very best stats are mirror images of each other. Last time we looked at offensive efficiency and it only makes perfect sense to turn around and look at defensive efficiency. When we look at both halves we get a much clearer picture as to how good a team really is and whether there are […]
Astros Prospect Report: August 12th
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 (60-55) won 10-2 (BOX SCORE) Sugar Land got the scoring started in the second inning scoring 5 runs on a Price 2 run home run, Ferreras 2 run double and […]
5 Big Questions with Astros Pre- and Post-Game Host Kevin Eschenfelder
He’s been part of our lives for decades and his passion for Houston sports runs deep. Originally logging stats at the age of 15 at the Astrodome during Oilers and Astros games, Kevin Eschenfelder’s love for the “home team” has never wavered. On the majority of nights, he’s the welcoming voice that greets […]
Astros vs. Giants Game Discussion: 8/12/2026
TONIGHT’S GAME: The first-place Astros finish up their six-game West Coast road trip this afternoon as LHP Bryan King will make his first career start in the rubber match at Oracle Park. The Giants will sending out former Astro RHP Adrian Houser (3-7) to start the series finale. THE TURNAROUND: After a slow start to […]
Astros Prospect Report: August 11th
Another day of minor league baseball is in the books. See the results below. AAA: Sugar Land Space Cowboys (59-55) lost 9-8 (BOX SCORE) Hendrickson started for Sugar Land but struggled allowing 7 runs, 4 earned, over 6 innings of work. The offense got on the board in the 4th inning on an Alexander 3 […]
In the lab: An alternative look at offensive efficiency
One of the more fascinating parts of statistics is that they give us the opportunity to prove or disprove the veracity of what we are seeing and experiencing. Games like last night come immediately to the forefront. The Astros load the bases twice in the first two innings with a combined one out and come […]
Astros Waste Early Opportunities in 4-1 Loss to Giants
It was a costly night in the bay. Not only would Houston lose by a score of 4-1, but they’d also witness an early exit from Jose Altuve who was hit in the left foot on an errant pitch from Carson Whisenhunt during his first AB. Nick Allen would replace Altuve as a result. […]
Astros vs. Giants Game Discussion: 8/11/2026
TONIGHT’S GAME: The first-place Astros continue their six-game road trip tonight and will hand the ball to RHP Hunter Brown (3-1) for game two of their three-game set at Oracle Park. The Giants will counter with LHP Carson Whisenhunt (2-3), who will be making his 6th start of the season. THE TURNAROUND: After a slow […]
Crawfish Boil: Hader Milestone, Cam on Fire, Paredes Resurgence & More
The latest news and notes about the Houston Astros: Josh Hader pitched more than 1 inning for the first time this season, something that at the beginning of the year, Astros manager Joe Espada said he would not do this season: Cam Smith is on fire: Yordan Alvarez continues to climb the Astros record books […]
Astros Bats Come to Life Late, Topple Giants 6-3/10
Different venue, different result. Astros 6. Giants 3. It took extra innings, it took perseverance, and it took Jeremy Pena breaking out of a 0-24 slump. It also took a three-hit night from Cam Smith. The change of scenery from Petco to Oracle made all the difference as the offense finally […]
Astros vs. Giants Game Discussion: 8/10/2026
TONIGHT’S GAME: The first-place Astros continue their six-game road trip with the opener of a three-game series at Oracle Park. RHP Hayden Wesneski (2-0) will make his third start of the season since returning from Tommy John surgery, opposite RHP Blade Tidwell (0-0) and the Giants. THE TURNAROUND: After a slow start to the season, […]
SB Nation MLB Reacts Survey: Will Astros Make Postseason?
It’s time for this week’s SB Nation Reacts poll question. Do you believe that the Houston Astros will make the postseason? Please vote below! Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across MLB. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Astros fans and fans across the country. Sign up here […]
Astros Claim OF Nelson Velazquez Off Waivers, DFA Whitcomb
The Houston Astros announced they have claimed OF Nelson Velazquez off waivers from the St. Louis Cardinals. To clear a spot for him on the 40-man roster, they have designated UT Shay Whitcomb for assignment. Velazquez, 27, is a right-handed hitting outfielder with experience at all three outfield spots. He was batting .216 with a […]
Astros Prospect Report: August 9th
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 (59-54) lost 8-5 (BOX SCORE) Pecko got the start and went 4 innings allowing 3 runs, though all 3 score din the first inning. The offense got on the board […]
Astros vs. Giants Series Primer with SF Broadcaster Dave Flemming
Over the course of a thirteen-year stretch, (2010-2022) Houston and San Francisco have combined to capture five World Series. Dave Flemming has become a fixture throughout the Bay Area since joining Giants broadcasts in 2003, leaving an undeniable favorable mark from the booth. He joins us exclusively at The Crawfish Boxes to preview the […]
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