Astros Part Ways With Joe Espada After Three Seasons
The Houston Astros are moving on from manager Joe Espada, announcing Wednesday that they will not renew his contract for the 2027 season. The decision ends his three-year tenure after two American League West championships, two postseason appearances,…
Joe Espada to Meet With Mariners as Astros Future Remains Uncertain
Joe Espada has said he wants to remain manager of the Houston Astros. But with the organization still undecided about his future, he is preparing to explore an opportunity with one of Houston’s American League West rivals. According to an MLB.com…
Could the Astros Convince Mauricio Dubón to Come Home?
The Houston Astros could certainly use Mauricio Dubón again. The more interesting question is why Dubón would want to come back. Houston traded the two-time Gold Glove winner to the Atlanta Braves last November to create payroll flexibility, receiving…
Astros Face a Catching Dilemma With Díaz and Vázquez
The Houston Astros have two catchers who offer uniquely different things. One produces at the plate but raises questions behind it. The other has two World Series rings, a reputation for handling pitchers, and an increasingly difficult time getting on…
MLB Wants to Reinvent October. Will Fans Buy In?
Major League Baseball has a proposal: fewer regular-season games, longer playoff series, more days off, and the possibility of choosing your own postseason opponent. For fans who have spent years complaining about afternoon playoff games, there might…
Astros Open 2027 Coca-Cola Shooting Stars Auditions
Ever wanted to dance on the dugout at Daikin Park? The Houston Astros have opened auditions for the 2027 Coca-Cola Shooting Stars, with registration available now through Friday, Nov. 6. The Shooting Stars serve as Astros ambassadors both at games and…
Astros Announce 2027 Spring Training Schedule
The Houston Astros already have a date for their first game of 2027. The Astros will open Grapefruit League play on Friday, Feb. 19 against the Washington Nationals at CACTI Park of the Palm Beaches in West Palm Beach, Florida. Houston will play 30…
Astros Release 2027 Regular Season Schedule
The Houston Astros will open the 2027 regular season at Daikin Park, hosting the Texas Rangers on March 25 to begin a three-game Opening Day series. It marks the third time the Astros and Rangers are scheduled to meet on Opening Day, following season…
