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Jeremy Peña is carrying the load while Astros figure roster out
The shortstop has taken over the leadoff position in the batting order and tops the team in most offensive categories.
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Despite Preaching Patience, Joe Espada Blames Astros’ AL West Slide on One Troubling Trend
The Houston Astros are 17-17 as of May 6, which is not what many expected. They currently sit third in the American League ...
Jeremy Peña’s leadoff success, a cleanup crisis and groundballs galore: Astros takeaways
Few facets of the Astros’ offense looked competent during the six-day road trip — except Peña, who's thriving in the leadoff ...
Houston Astros to stay with five-man rotation through series with Reds
MILWAUKEE - The Houston Astros will remain on turn with their current five-man rotation through the upcoming series at home ...
'Very grateful': Lance McCullers Jr. on his first start in 2 1/2 years
The right-hander threw 3 2/3 scoreless innings, leaning on his sinker, changeup and curveball pitches, struggling with the ...
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Pitching Staff Falters, Astros Lose 7-3 to White Sox
Tayler Scott was one of the feel-good stories for the Astros last season. Joe Espada relied on him heavily, and it showed ...
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Yordan Alvarez Feeling Better, Still Out On Sunday
Houston Astros outfielder Yordan Alvarez (hand) is "feeling better" but will remain sidelined on Sunday. Manager Joe Espada ...
Astros make roster moves as prominent slugger goes on IL
Houston Astros star Yordan Alvarez has been placed on the 10-day injured list. The slugger was scratched from Saturday's ...