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With free agency approaching next offseason, Houston Astros ace Framber Valdez could sign one of the largest contract extensions in franchise history. The Astros have had quite the offseason, filling a need at first base with Christian Walker, but parting ways with several core members of their championship team. If you can take nothing else from the departures of Kyle Tucker, … [Read more...] about Astros Ace Framber Valdez Poised for Massive Contract Extension

With Jose Altuve the Outfielder becoming a reality, who will replace the Gold Glove winner second base for the Houston Astros? Talks of shifting Altuve from second base to left field first came about when the Astros re-engaged with longtime third baseman Alex Bregman late in free agency. USA Today’s Bob Nightengale reported at the time that Houston was considering sliding Isaac … [Read more...] about Astros Need New Second Baseman After Jose Altuve Moves to Outfield

Houston Astros first baseman Christian Walker was scratched from the lineup before Wednesday’s 6-5 walk-off win against the St. Louis Cardinals due to left oblique soreness. Walker informed manager Joe Espada about feeling tightness in his oblique muscle, which he noticed earlier in the batting cages. On Thursday, Walker underwent an ultrasound on his left oblique and is now … [Read more...] about Astros $60 Million First Baseman Undergoes Ultrasound for Oblique Injury, Seeks to Avoid 2024 Repeat

Injuries plagued the Houston Astros last season, and with Shawn Dubin injuring his shoulder in camp, could history repeat itself? On Monday, Astros manager Joe Espada told reporters that reliever Shawn Dubin will return to Houston to undergo testing on his right shoulder. According to Espada, the 29-year-old right-hander experienced shoulder discomfort playing catch on his … [Read more...] about Astros Injury Woes Continue With Reliever

According to multiple sources, the Houston Astros have revived trade discussions with third baseman Nolan Arenado. Arenado may be willing to relinquish his no-trade clause for the Astros claimed by established sports writers John Denton, Mark Feinsand, and Brian McTaggart. Arenado has been on the trade block all offseason, but all the speculation didn’t amount to any trades. … [Read more...] about Nolan Arenado Sweepstakes Revived By The Astros