Just in Time, Cam Smith
The Houston Astros have spent much of the season searching for consistent production from their outfield. They may be finding it in Cam Smith. The rookie right fielder has become one...
Carlos Correa Back on the Field
Carlos Correa isn't closing the door. Speaking with reporters Saturday for the first time since his ankle surgery, the Astros third baseman said he hasn't given up on the idea...
Astros Move Tatsuya Imai to Bullpen Ahead of Rangers Series
The Houston Astros will move Tatsuya Imai to the bullpen, at least for this weekend's series against the Texas Rangers, manager Joe Espada said before Friday's opener. The decision follows...
Astros’ Kevin Alvarez Earns All-Star Futures Game Selection
The Houston Astros will have representation at this year's All-Star Futures Game in Philadelphia, with outfield prospect Kevin Alvarez earning a spot on the American League roster. Alvarez, 18, is...
Tatsuya Imai’s Jekyll-and-Hyde Season Is Testing the Astros’ Patience
The Houston Astros did not commit $54 million to Tatsuya Imai hoping the right version would show up every fifth day. They signed him to stabilize the middle of their...
Shewmake Heads to IL as Astros Recall Zach Cole
The Houston Astros added another name to their injured list Tuesday, placing infielder Braden Shewmake on the 10-day IL with a right adductor strain ahead of the series opener against...
Astros Hit Rock Bottom as Imai’s Return Turns Into Another Disaster
The night was supposed to be about second chances. It became the same old story. Tatsuya Imai's return from the injured list lasted four innings and produced six runs, two...
Carlos Correa Already Wants Back in the Astros Dugout After Surgery
Carlos Correa came through Monday's surgery in good spirits, and if you know anything about Carlos Correa, that probably doesn't surprise you. The Astros shortstop underwent surgery Monday to repair...
In a League of His Own
Jim Crane was less than twenty seconds into his introduction of Tatsuya Imai when he turned to the front row and thanked a sponsor. "One of the things that made...
Astros Bringing Imai Back Despite Rough Rehab as Rotation Thins
The numbers from Tatsuya Imai's rehab start Tuesday in Sugar Land were not encouraging. Three innings, five walks, 27 strikes on 63 pitches. By any measure, it was not the...