How Houston Astros' Shay Whitcomb has put last season's nightmare four-error day behind him
Joe Espada won’t stand for anyone calling the ending of Shay Whitcomb’s first season in the big leagues disappointing. “Why? What was so disappointing? I want to hear what was disappointing,” the Houston Astros manager says when the topic is broached.
Why Astros reliever Tayler Scott finally feels comfortable in spring training
Tayler Scott came out of nowhere last season and emerged as one of the Astros' best relievers, making this spring training less stressful for him.
Houston Astros Veteran Reliever Starts Shoulder Injury Recovery Process
The Houston Astros have had a few injuries come about during spring training, but one of their relievers has started the recovery process.
Astros GM Dana Brown says prospect Cam Smith is an aircraft carrier. What does that mean?
The term "aircraft carrier" has been thrown around a lot at Astros camp. General manager Dana Brown explains what it means while we try to find its origin.
Joe Espada predicts team's next ace, and what's needed to get there
The story of his 2024 season with the Houston Astros was his resurgent comeback after a disastrous start on the road against the Kansas City Royals, where he gave up a record-setting 11 runs in one inning.
Astros' Joe Espada gets real on Nolan Arenado nixing Houston trade
The Houston Astros seemed close to getting third baseman Nolan Arenado in a trade from the Cardinals in December, but he reportedly nixed the trade. Months later, Joe Espada was asked if he ever talked to Arenado prior to him nixing the trade.
Four questions the Astros must ponder while constructing their roster
Is Cam Smith a realistic option? Is money a factor in roster construction? We ponder those questions and more.
Who Will Replace Houston Astros Superstar at Critical Position?
The Houston Astros are going to look a lot different this year. Not only are Alex Bregman, Kyle Tucker and Justin Verlander gone, but Jose Altuve could also be
Astros first baseman Christian Walker’s MRI shows no sign of strain in his oblique
Houston Astros first baseman Christian Walker received some good news regarding the oblique issue that has limited him this spring training.
Astros Share Concerning Injury Update After Jose Altuve News
The Astros can’t afford to lose Walker, who signed a three-year, $60 million contract in December. The three-time Gold Glove winner averaged 32 home runs, 94 RBI, and a .813 OPS for the Arizona Diamondbacks the last three years.
Gold glove or young gun? A battle for infield spots brewing for Astros
With Jose Altuve playing in left field, Houston's looking to Brendan Rodgers, Luis Guillorme and Shay Whitcomb to battle it out.
With Christian Walker’s status uncertain, could Cam Smith crack Astros’ Opening Day roster?
Owner Jim Crane commented that Smith “could make the ballclub this year at some point." That point could come sooner than expected.