Welcome to the Monday Boil.
The Houston Astros are 2 1⁄2 games up in the American League West Division.
Like David Byrne once said, “Same as it ever was.” Death, taxes, and the Houston Astros in the postseason. (Now if they don’t make it everyone is going to blame me).
Houston Astros News
Brandon Walter earning the trust of Astros manager Joe Espada (HC)
Former 1st-round pick Whitley designated for assignment by Astros
Astros’ quest for pitching addition at trade deadline just got even harder (CTH)
The 20 most impactful trades in Astros’ history (Chipalatta)
Astros score pair of 2-out runs in 10th for gritty win vs. Guardians
Astros are moving on from pitcher Forrest Whitley, a former first-round pick (HC)
AL West News
Diamondbacks look to break skid in matchup with the Mariners (Fox)
Baltimore Orioles defeated by Athletics, 5-1, and lose two of three in series (CBS)
5 things we learned about the Rangers this week: Just how good has Jacob deGrom been? (Dallas News)
Angels Acquire LaMonte Wade Jr. (MLBTR)
Angels Sign Ben Gamel To Minor League Deal (MLBTR)
MLB News
‘Guards Ball’ returns for late-inning rally to back Bibee’s stellar start
Red Sox rookie pitcher’s comments on Yanks bring ‘spiciness’ to rivalry
1 intriguing trade chip for each team at 2025 Deadline
Pirates Reportedly Receiving Interest In Isiah Kiner-Falefa (MLBTR)
Sunday Notes: Ron Washington Wants His Players To Play Baseball (FG)
With 2 HRs, Alonso passes one Mets icon in Wright, nears another in Strawberry
Narváez resists urge to bunt, hits huge HR in full-circle return to NY
Yankees-Red Sox (again!), Dodgers-Padres highlight week’s top series
Blue Jays Recall Spencer Turnbull For Season Debut (MLBTR)
Flaherty, Tigers make statement in finale between Central leaders
Roman Anthony knocking on the door: When will the Sox answer?
Houston Astros Birthdays
1B Yuli Gurriel (41)
RHP Tom Edens (64)
2B Julio Gotay (1939—2008)