Astros to option slumping 2020 AL MVP Josรฉ Abreu to their spring training facility in FloridaThe Houston Astros will option slumping first baseman Josรฉ Abreu to their spring training facility to try and help the 2020 AL MVP get back on track.
Houston's Blanco throws the first no-hitter in the majors this season in a 10-0 win over TorontoRonel Blanco of the Houston Astros threw the first no-hitter in the major leagues this season, blanking the Toronto Blue Jays 10-0.
MLB's new managers adjusting to jobs as opening day approachesJoe Espada has worked for an impressive group of managers.
Verlander, Gray and Giolito all in question for opening day after injuries hit starting pitchersThree big-name starting pitchers are dealing with injuries that could cause them to miss the beginning of the regular season โ and potentially more.
Houston Astros ace Justin Verlander to start season on injured listHouston Astros ace Justin Verlander will open the season on the injured list after dealing with right shoulder inflammation during the offseason.
Astros will promote bench coach Joe Espada to be manager, replacing Dusty Baker, AP source saysJoe Espada will be introduced as manager of the Houston Astros on Monday, a person familiar with the hiring told The Associated Press.
Astros manager Dusty Baker tests positive for COVID-19Houston Astros manager Dusty Baker tested positive for COVID-19 prior to Friday nightโs game against the Cleveland Guardians.
Altuve hits grand slam on 2-homer night, Astros beat GiantsJosรฉ Altuve hit a grand slam in the sixth one inning after putting Houston ahead on a solo homer, and the AL-leading Houston Astros held off the San Francisco Giants 9-6 in a matchup of baseballโs top two teams.