Sixth-Inning Collapse Sends Astros to Loss Against Pirates
Mike Burrows returned to Daikin Park on Lou Gehrig Day and left in line for a win. The sixth inning changed everything. With the Houston Astros leading 4-2, the Pittsburgh Pirates sent eight batters to the plate in the sixth and scored four runs to take…
Josh Hader Returns as Astros Welcome Pirates to Houston
The Houston Astros did not leave the weekend with the result they wanted against Milwaukee, but they did leave with signs of progress—and reinforcements arriving. Houston opens a three-game series Tuesday at Daikin Park against the Pittsburgh Pirates…
Phil Garner, Astros’ “Scrap Iron” Manager, Dies at 76
Phil Garner earned his nickname the hard way. Hall of Fame broadcaster Milo Hamilton first called the young Pittsburgh Pirates infielder “Scrap Iron”, a nod to the dirt-caked uniform, the knocked-down grounders, the absolute refusal to give…
Astros Today’s Lineup vs. Pirates — March 17, 2026
The Houston Astros lineup today has been released ahead of their Grapefruit League matchup against the Pittsburgh Pirates at LECOM Park. Game Details Date: Tuesday, March 17, 2026First pitch: 12:05 p.m. CTLocation: LECOM Park (Bradenton, Florida)Astros…
Rain Ends Astros’ Comeback Bid in 5-2 Loss to Pirates
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — Rain cut short Houston’s opportunity for a late rally Saturday afternoon, as the Astros fell 5-2 to the Pittsburgh Pirates in a game called after 6½ innings at CACTI Park of the Palm Beaches. Mike Burrows turned in a strong outing…
Astros Today’s Lineup vs. Pirates — February 28, 2026
The Houston Astros lineup today has been released ahead of their Grapefruit League matchup against the Pittsburgh Pirates at CACTI Park of the Palm Beaches. Game Details Date: Saturday, February 28, 2026First pitch: 12:05 p.m. CTLocation: CACTI Park of…
Mike Burrows to Face Former Team in Second Spring Outing
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — Mike Burrows will take the mound for his second Grapefruit League appearance Saturday when the Houston Astros face the Pittsburgh Pirates at noon at CACTI Park of the Palm Beaches. The outing carries added significance, as Burrows…
Astros Acquire Right-Hander Mike Burrows in Three-Team Trade with Pirates, Rays
HOUSTON, TX – December 20, 2025 – The Houston Astros completed a three-team trade with the Pittsburgh Pirates and Tampa Bay Rays on Friday, acquiring right-handed starting pitcher Mike Burrows from Pittsburgh. In the multi-player deal, the…