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Yordan Alvarez Is Carving Out a Cool Place in Baseball History

Alvarez is the best hitter in baseball, and the best he's ever been.

Sports Illustrated

Ranking All 30 MLB Managers Heading Into the 2026 Season

While assessing managers isn’t an exact science, we can compare résumés and give credit where credit is due.

Sports Illustrated

Astros Will Retain General Manager, Manager After Missing Playoffs

Houston is coming off its first postseason miss in almost a decade.

Sports Illustrated

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Yordan Alvarez Injury Update: Astros DH Considered 'Out for a While'

Alvarez suffered an ankle sprain on Monday night.

Sports Illustrated

Carlos Correa’s Impact on the Astros Has Been Swift, on and Off the Field

Houston is welcoming back its World Series champion, who has quickly become a leader in the clubhouse.

Sports Illustrated

Lance McCullers gets 24-hour security after online death threats, some aimed at 5-year-old daughter

Houston's Lance McCullers is one of two MLB pitchers whose families have received online death threats this month as internet abuse of players and their families is on the rise

The Independent UK

Astros Pitcher Ronel Blanco Heading to IL With Elbow Inflammation

Blanco reported elbow soreness earlier this week and was diagnosed with inflammation.

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Lance McCullers Jr. and His Family Received Death Threats Amid Tough Astros Outing

Lance McCullers Jr. and his family received death threats amid his tough start on the mound for the Astros on Saturday.

Sports Illustrated

Astros Remain Interested in Re-Signing Alex Bregman Despite Offseason Acquisitions

The Astros still hope to bring Bregman back despite their offseason moves.

Sports Illustrated

Astros Manager Makes Plea for Alex Bregman Return to Houston: 'Our Arms Are Open'

The Astros manager seems hopeful Alex Bregman will come home.

Sports Illustrated

Houston Finally Has a Problem: Hinch, Youthful Tigers Snap Astros’ ALCS Streak

Houston’s seven-year streak of reaching the American League Championship Series is over after former Astros manager A.J. Hinch guided Detroit to an era-ending upset in the wild-card round.

Sports Illustrated

Astros Fans Give Alex Bregman Huge Standing Ovation in Possible Last Regular Season Home Game

Bregman is set to become a free agent this offseason.

Sports Illustrated

Houston Astros Clinch Fourth Straight AL West Title

Houston Astros secure fourth consecutive AL West title with resilience and teamwork. Team aims for third World Series championship after overcoming early c...

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Jose Altuve Ejected After Taking Sock, Shoe Off in Attempt to Sway Umpire

Houston Astros star Jose Altuve was ejected after taking off his sock and shoe.

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Latin Times

For the first time ever, six MLB teams have a Latino manager in their dugout

Two Latino managers made their MLB debut this year (Carlos Mendoza with the Mets and Joe Espada with the Astros)

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New MLB Managers Bring Diverse Backgrounds To The Field

New MLB managers like Joe Espada and Pat Murphy make their debuts this season, seeking advice and embracing their roles with enthusiasm.

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Astros' Verlander To Start Season On Injured List

Houston Astros' star pitcher Justin Verlander faces a delayed start to the season due to shoulder inflammation. Stay informed on MLB updates at AP MLB.

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Texas Rangers Begin Spring Training with High Expectations

Read about the start of spring training for MLB teams, including the Texas Rangers' hopes of winning back-to-back World Series titles in 2023.

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The Independent UK

Astros will promote bench coach Joe Espada to be manager, replacing Dusty Baker, AP source says

Joe Espada will be introduced as manager of the Houston Astros on Monday, a person familiar with the hiring told The Associated Press

Sports Illustrated

Trey Mancini Saves the Astros With His Glove as His Bat Fails Him

He was traded to Houston to add some thump to the lineup. Instead, his signature moment came on defense.

Chicago Sun-Times

White Sox begin interviews for manager job

Astros bench coach Joe Espada has interviewed to replace Tony La Russa.

Chicago Sun-Times

Many possibilities to consider if manager Tony La Russa doesn’t return to White Sox

A look at multiple candidates from inside and outside the organization.

Los Angeles Times

Angels managerial candidates start with Phil Nevin but include many intriguing names

LOS ANGELES — Who will manage the Angels next season?

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