Astros trio combines for no-hitter against Rangers
#Astros #NoHitterHouston Astros' Tatsuya Imai, Steven Okert, and Alimber Santa combined for a no-hitter, beating the Texas Rangers 9-0. It was MLB's first no-hitter since September 2024, ending a 630-day drought. Santa finished his debut with two perfect innings. read more
Astros dynasty at crossroads after worst start
#Astros #MLBTradeDeadlineThe Houston Astros face a pivotal choice: stay competitive, soft rebuild, or fully tear down. Aging stars, injuries, and a weak farm system threaten their dynasty. Trading key players like Yordan Alvarez could reignite long-term success, but owner Jim Crane may resist a full rebuild. read more
Astros star Altuve out with oblique strain
#Astros #JoseAltuveHouston Astros second baseman Jose Altuve will go on the injured list with a Grade 2 left oblique strain. The nine-time All-Star is batting .245 with 12 RBIs this season. The Astros have 14 players on the IL. read more
Baseball Legend Phil Scrap Iron Garner Dies at 76
#BaseballLegend #AstrosPhil Garner, a three-time All-Star infielder and manager who led the Astros to their first World Series, has died at 76. The "Scrap Iron" player won a 1979 championship with Pittsburgh and later managed for 15 MLB seasons. read more
Vázquez Returns to Astros on Minor League Deal
#MLB #AstrosThe Houston Astros have signed veteran catcher Christian Vázquez to a minor league contract with a spring training invite. The 35-year-old, a 2022 World Series champion with Houston, returns after three seasons with the Minnesota Twins. read more