Winners and Losers: Who Benefits Most from MLB’s New ABS Challenge System
Major League Baseball’s automated ball-strike (ABS) challenge system is set to debut this season, introducing a technological safety net to one of the sport’s most debated elements: the strike zone. For generations, balls and strikes have depended on the…
Nationals Rally Late to Defeat Astros, 3-2 at CACTI Park
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — The Houston Astros carried a one-run lead into the eighth inning Thursday night but could not hold it, allowing two late runs in a 3-2 loss to the Washington Nationals at CACTI Park of the Palm Beaches. Houston received a strong…
Astros Family Sundays at Daikin Park
Sunday home games at Daikin Park are Family Sundays, giving fans a chance to bring the whole crew to the ballpark with discounted ticket bundles that include classic ballpark food. The Astros offer two Family 4-Pack options, each including four tickets,…
Astros Adventures 2026: Chicago and San Diego Road Trip Packages Announced
The Houston Astros are offering fans a chance to follow the team on the road in style with two Astros Adventures travel packages during the 2026 season. The curated trips combine Astros baseball with guided experiences, premium accommodations, and…
Astros Today’s Lineup vs. Nationals — March 12, 2026
The Houston Astros lineup today has been released ahead of their Grapefruit League matchup against the Washington Nationals at CACTI Park of the Palm Beaches. Game Details Date: Thursday, March 12, 2026First pitch: Warmup game (Grapefruit…
Five or Six? The Astros’ Rotation Decision Has Real Consequences
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — Joe Espada has been upfront about wanting to open the season with six starters. The math, however, is starting to complicate that preference. With Josh Hader beginning the year on the injured list, Bryan Abreu slides into the…
Lance McCullers Jr. Finds Peace — and a New Approach — as Astros Right-Hander Rebuilds in Spring Training
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — Lance McCullers Jr. has spent much of his professional life fighting. Fighting opposing hitters. Fighting his own body. Fighting the clock on a career that has spent as much time in training rooms as it has on pitching mounds. For…
Astros Friday Night Fireworks at Daikin Park
Following every Friday home game at Daikin Park, fans can enjoy Friday Night Fireworks, one of the Houston Astros’ most popular weekly traditions. Presented by ConocoPhillips, each show features a unique music soundtrack and caps off a full evening at…
Back-to-Back Homers From Paredes, Altuve Lift Astros Past Marlins 4-1
JUPITER, Fla. — Isaac Paredes and Jose Altuve hit back-to-back home runs in the fifth inning Wednesday as the Houston Astros defeated the Miami Marlins 4-1 at Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium. Tatsuya Imai delivered another spotless outing to lead the way.…
Astros Closer Josh Hader to Open 2026 Season on Injured List; Bryan Abreu Expected to Handle Ninth Inning
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — Houston Astros manager Joe Espada confirmed Wednesday that closer Josh Hader will begin the 2026 season on the injured list as he continues recovering from biceps inflammation. In his absence, hard-throwing right-hander Bryan…