How Josh Hader’s Return Changes the Astros Bullpen
Josh Hader threw a scoreless ninth inning Wednesday night and earned his first save of 2026. It was one inning. It was also a glimpse of what the Astros have been missing. For more than two months, Houston operated without its closer, patching together a…
Astros Rotation 2026: Lance McCullers Jr. Wins Fifth Starter Spot
HOUSTON — The Houston Astros have finalized their starting rotation for the 2026 season, and Lance McCullers Jr. is back in it. Manager Joe Espada confirmed Monday that McCullers will serve as Houston’s fifth starter, earning the final rotation spot over…
Why the Astros Are Betting on a Six-Man Rotation — And Whether It Can Work
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — The Houston Astros are preparing to open 2026 with something they haven’t relied on in years: a six-man rotation. Manager Joe Espada confirmed in January that fans will “probably see it from the get-go.” The reasoning is…
Framber Valdez Joins Astros Elite with 1,000 Career Strikeouts
HOUSTON, TX – July 29, 2025 – In a season that has seen its share of ups and downs for the Houston Astros, a moment of individual brilliance shone through last night as left-handed ace Framber Valdez carved his name further into franchise history.…
Astros Edge Rockies 6-5 in High-Scoring Denver Opener
DENVER, CO – July 1, 2025 – The Houston Astros opened their road trip at Coors Field with a hard-fought 6-5 victory over the Colorado Rockies. The Astros offense capitalized on Colorado’s pitching, while their bullpen managed to hold off a late…