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Justin Verlander has struggled since coming off the injured list, but for the Astros to make a deep postseason run, they need their ace at his best. Nineteen seasons pitching in the majors, the three-time Cy Young Award winner knows when he has it and when he does not. Justin Verlander has not had it since returning from a two-month injured list stint for an unspecified neck … [Read more...] about How Struggling Ace Could Derail Astros Postseason Hopes

Astros outfielder Kyle Tucker’s return appears imminent after missing nearly three months with what has become a controversial shin injury. Tucker has not played in a major league game since fouling a ball off his right shin in a June 3rd game against the Cardinals. Houston has long maintained that he suffered a “deep bone bruise” or a “shin contusion,” but The Athletic reports … [Read more...] about Injured Astros Outfielder Return Imminent Amid Injury Confusion

Heading into the last month of fantasy baseball, you should look for any edge. Whether it is DFS or a season-long fantasy league, you should take advantage of trends.  While most of these players will be taken in your league or will end up being the chalk for your DFS tournament, here are some historically dominant players in September. Historically Dominant Fantasy Pitchers In … [Read more...] about Fantasy Baseball: Historically Dominant Players In September

In a move aimed at bolstering their outfield depth, the Houston Astros are reportedly close to signing a seasoned veteran recently let go by the Los Angeles Dodgers. MLB.com’s Brian McTaggart reports that the Astros are nearing a deal with Jason Heyward. With a proven track record and solid defensive play, Houston’s impending addition could provide a boost to the lineup as they … [Read more...] about Astros Near Deal with Veteran Outfielder Recently Released by Dodgers

Earlier this week, the Chicago Cubs released right-hander Héctor Neris. Neris, 35, has quickly found a new home and it’s in familiar territory. According to Ari Alexander of KPRC 2, the Houston Astros are signing Neris and they will need to make a corresponding move to get him on the 40-man roster. The Cubs already put Neris on waivers without making a formal announcement of … [Read more...] about Astros Reuniting with Veteran Arm After Cubs Departure