Astros Lose Versatile Infielder Ramón Urías to Cardinals
The Houston Astros’ infield depth shifted Saturday when free agent Ramón Urías agreed to a one-year deal with the St. Louis Cardinals. MLB insider Ken Rosenthal first reported the agreement: a $2 million contract that includes $1.5 million guaranteed in…
Inside the Astros’ Plan for MLB’s New ABS Challenge System
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — José Altuve took the first pitch he saw from Hunter Brown during live batting practice Friday and immediately tapped his helmet, signaling a challenge under Major League Baseball’s new automated ball-strike (ABS) challenge system.…
Tatsuya Imai’s First Live BP Session Leaves Astros Hitters Stunned: “Never Seen a Pitch Like That”
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — Tatsuya Imai didn’t ease into his first live batting practice as a member of the Houston Astros. He attacked it. The Japanese right-hander, who signed with Houston earlier this offseason, faced major league hitters Friday…
Carlos Correa’s Leadership Shows, Not Tells, for Astros
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — Three weeks doesn’t seem like enough time to earn the right to call out your teammates. Especially when you’ve been gone for 3½ years. Carlos Correa didn’t see it that way. After the Astros suffered their third straight shutout…
Astros to Host “Race to the Pennant” 5K/10K at Daikin Park on May 2
The Houston Astros will host the “Race to the Pennant,” presented by Houston Methodist, on Saturday, May 2, giving runners the opportunity to start and finish inside Daikin Park. The event includes a 5K, a 10K, and the Orbit Dash for kids. All…
Paredes Celebrates Engagement as Astros Roster Questions Linger
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — Isaac Paredes has at least one thing settled this spring: He’s getting married. The Astros infielder announced his engagement to Paulina Quiroz this week during a beach getaway, sharing the news on Instagram. The couple is also…
Astros Today’s Lineup vs. Nationals – February 21, 2026
The Houston Astros lineup today has been released ahead of their Grapefruit League opener against the Washington Nationals at CACTI Park of the Palm Beaches. Game Details Date: Saturday, February 21, 2026 First pitch: 12:05 p.m. CT Location: CACTI Park…
Astros Sign Corner Infielder CJ Alexander to Minor League Deal
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — The Astros continued building organizational depth this week, signing corner infielder CJ Alexander to a minor league contract. The 29-year-old is expected to report to Triple-A Sugar Land as Houston fortifies its roster heading…
Grapefruit League Play Begins Today; Astros Open Saturday Against Nationals
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — Grapefruit League play begins across Florida today as all 15 teams open their exhibition schedules, signaling the unofficial start of baseball season. The Houston Astros will make their 2026 spring debut Saturday when they host…
Cristian Javier’s Comeback Could Be Key to Astros’ Rotation Puzzle
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — The Astros rebuilt their rotation this winter with an eye toward both the present and the future. They signed Japanese standout Tatsuya Imai and KBO veteran Ryan Weiss. They traded top prospects for right-hander Mike Burrows.…
