Astros Starting Catcher Yainer Diaz Limited by Foot Injury at Spring Training
Houston Astros starting catcher Yainer Diaz is dealing with a lingering foot injury as spring training opens, though the team remains confident he’ll be ready for Opening Day. Manager Joe Espada revealed Wednesday that Diaz sprained his left foot…
Astros Closer Josh Hader Resumes Throwing After Biceps Tendinitis Setback
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — Houston Astros closer Josh Hader resumed throwing Wednesday as pitchers and catchers reported to spring training, easing concerns after a recent offseason injury scare. Hader was diagnosed with biceps tendinitis roughly 10 days…
Hunter Brown Named Astros Opening Day Starter
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — The Houston Astros wasted no time making their biggest pitching decision of the spring, announcing on the first day of camp that Hunter Brown will start Opening Day against the Los Angeles Angels on March 26 at Daikin Park.…
Key Storylines to Watch at Astros Spring Training
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — As pitchers and catchers reported to CACTI Park of the Palm Beaches on Wednesday, the Houston Astros officially began their push to return to the postseason after missing the playoffs for the first time since 2016. Here are the…
Astros Announce Early Access Presale for 2026 First-Half Single-Game Tickets
The Houston Astros are offering fans early access to purchase 2026 single-game tickets for the first half of the season before they go on sale to the general public. Fans can sign up now to receive exclusive presale access on February 25, allowing them…
Astros Closer Josh Hader’s Spring Training Status Uncertain
WEST PALM BEACH, FL—All-Star closer Josh Hader’s availability for the start of the 2026 season remains a question mark as pitchers and catchers prepare to report to spring training this week. Throwing Program Still Ramping Up The 31-year-old left-hander…
Astros Spring Training 2026: What You Need to Know
The Astros return to CACTI Park of the Palm Beaches next week looking to rebound after missing the postseason for the first time since 2016, with much of the attention focused on a reworked pitching staff. Houston’s veteran core remains in place, with…
Former Astros All-Star Dickie Thon Donates Kidney to Save Son’s Life
Former Houston Astros All-Star shortstop Dickie Thon made the most meaningful assist of his life in December, donating a kidney to his son, Joe Thon, during a successful transplant procedure at Houston Methodist Hospital. Thon, 67, didn’t hesitate when…
Framber Valdez Leaves Astros, Signs Three-Year, $115 Million Deal with Tigers
Former Houston Astros ace Framber Valdez is headed to the Detroit Tigers, agreeing to a three-year, $115 million contract Wednesday night, pending a physical. The deal carries a record $38.3 million average annual value for a left-handed pitcher and…
Astros, Isaac Paredes Agree to One-Year Deal to Avoid Arbitration
The Houston Astros and infielder Isaac Paredes avoided an arbitration hearing Tuesday by agreeing to a one-year contract worth $9.35 million for the 2026 season, with a club option for 2027. The agreement was reached just days before Paredes was…