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HOUSTON, TEXAS - OCTOBER 02: Jose Altuve #27 of the Houston Astros tags out Parker Meadows #22 of the Detroit Tigers in the ninth inning during Game Two of the Wild Card Series at Minute Maid Park on October 02, 2024 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Tim Warner/Getty Images)

Astros season comes to an end after Game 2 loss to Detroit Tigers in AL Wild Card

Read full article: Astros season comes to an end after Game 2 loss to Detroit Tigers in AL Wild Card

On Wednesday, the Houston Astros will be playing for their lives against the Detroit Tigers in Game 2 of the MLB Wild Card.

Houston Astros' Alex Bregman hits an RBI sacrifice fly during the third inning of a baseball game against the Los Angeles Angels, Sunday, Sept. 22, 2024, in Houston. (AP Photo/Kevin M. Cox)

Astros drop Game 1 of Wild Card vs. Tigers after strong outing from Skubal

Read full article: Astros drop Game 1 of Wild Card vs. Tigers after strong outing from Skubal

The Houston Astros have entered win-or-go-home territory after losing Game 1 of the MLB Wild Card against the Detroit Tigers Tuesday afternoon by a score of 3-1.

AMERICAN LEAGUE STANDINGS

Former baseball player Jose Canseco, right, waves to the crowd while being introduced during an Oakland Athletics' Hall of Fame ceremony before a baseball game against the San Francisco Giants, Saturday, Aug. 17, 2024, in Oakland, Calif. (AP Photo/Godofredo A. Vsquez)

Jose Canseco, Johnny Manziel, Josh Reddick headline Going Yard celebrity Home Derby in Sugar Land on Oct. 5

Read full article: Jose Canseco, Johnny Manziel, Josh Reddick headline Going Yard celebrity Home Derby in Sugar Land on Oct. 5

Home run derby set for Constellation Field on Oct. 5

MIAMI, FLORIDA - AUGUST 15: Kyle Tucker #30 of the Houston Astros celebrates with teammates in the dugout after hitting a home run against the Miami Marlins during the seventh inning at loanDepot park on August 15, 2023 in Miami, Florida. (Photo by Megan Briggs/Getty Images)

Houston Astros activated Kyle Tucker off the 60-day injured list

Read full article: Houston Astros activated Kyle Tucker off the 60-day injured list

Kyle Tucker was instantly inserted into the lineup, batting 4th, but will not play the field. The Astros star right fielder has been out since June 3 after fouling a ball off his shin.

ARLINGTON, TEXAS - OCTOBER 18: Hector Neris #50 of the Houston Astros reacts to closing out the sixth inning against the Texas Rangers in Game Three of the American League Championship Series at Globe Life Field on October 18, 2023 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images)

Source: Astros to sign Hector Neris

Read full article: Source: Astros to sign Hector Neris

The Astros are signing right-handed reliever Hector Neris, a league source tells KPRC 2. Neris opted out of his deal with Houston this offseason, before signing a 2-year, $17 million contract with the Chicago Cubs. The Astros will pay Neris a prorated league minimum for the rest of the season, which will relieve the Cubs of a small portion of the $9 million they owe him for 2024.

WEST PALM BEACH, FLORIDA - FEBRUARY 21: Shay Whitcomb #87 of the Houston Astros poses during Photo Day at CACTI Park of the Palm Beaches on February 21, 2024 in West Palm Beach, Florida. (Photo by Brennan Asplen/Getty Images)

Sources: Houston Astros to call up Shay Whitcomb

Read full article: Sources: Houston Astros to call up Shay Whitcomb

Whitcomb is known for his power bat, hitting a minor league-leading 35 home runs across two levels in 2023. Whitcomb has 25 home runs in Triple-A in 2024, with an improved strikeout rate and OPS.

‘What we really struck me, is when we started to see the 15-year-olds, the 14-year-olds, the 13-year-olds, the 12-year-olds show up,’ physician says

Rise of Tommy John surgeries in Houston-area youth baseball highlights growing concern for medical, coaching experts

Read full article: Rise of Tommy John surgeries in Houston-area youth baseball highlights growing concern for medical, coaching experts

When Astros pitchers Cristian Javier and José Urquidy went down last month with Tommy John surgery, there were questions about whether or not that specific injury is on the rise.

HOUSTON, TEXAS - MAY 21: Cristian Javier #53 of the Houston Astros pitches against the Los Angeles Angels at Minute Maid Park on May 21, 2024 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Logan Riely/Getty Images)

Jose Urquidy and Cristian Javier both had Tommy John surgery | Now what?

Read full article: Jose Urquidy and Cristian Javier both had Tommy John surgery | Now what?

The Houston Astros were dealt a crushing blow to their pitching rotation in the early portion of the summer, as the team announced starting pitchers Cristian Javier and Jose Urquidy were both ruled out for the remainder of the 2024 season.

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - JULY 09: Pitcher Yusei Kikuchi #16 of the Toronto Blue Jays looks on between innings against the San Francisco Giants at Oracle Park on July 09, 2024 in San Francisco, California. (Photo by Lachlan Cunningham/Getty Images)

Astros trade three prospects for lefty starter Kikuchi, sources tell KPRC 2

Read full article: Astros trade three prospects for lefty starter Kikuchi, sources tell KPRC 2

The Astros have acquired left-handed starter Yusei Kikuchi, sending right-handed pitcher Jake Bloss, outfielder Joey Loperfido and infielder Will Wagner to the Toronto Blue Jays, multiple sources with knowledge of the deal told KPRC 2 Sports.

HOUSTON, TEXAS - JULY 13: Josh Smith #8 of the Texas Rangers steals second base as Jeremy Pena #3 of the Houston Astros fields the throw in the fourth inning at Minute Maid Park on July 13, 2024 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Tim Warner/Getty Images)

Josh Smith hits 2 two-run homers to lead Rangers to 4-2 win over Astros

Read full article: Josh Smith hits 2 two-run homers to lead Rangers to 4-2 win over Astros

Josh Smith homered twice with four RBIs to lead the Texas Rangers to a 4-2 win over the Houston Astros.

HOUSTON, TEXAS - OCTOBER 23: Jose Altuve #27 of the Houston Astros hits a double against Max Scherzer #31 of the Texas Rangers during the first inning in Game Seven of the American League Championship Series at Minute Maid Park on October 23, 2023 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images)

Jose Altuve skipping All-Star Game to rest bruised hand

Read full article: Jose Altuve skipping All-Star Game to rest bruised hand

Altuve to skip trip to Arlington to rest his hand and prepare for 2nd half., Tucker also replaced on AL Roster

JUPITER, FLORIDA - FEBRUARY 28: Joey Loperfido #83 of the Houston Astros looks on against the Miami Marlins during the third inning in a spring training game at Roger Dean Stadium on February 28, 2024 in Jupiter, Florida. (Photo by Megan Briggs/Getty Images)

Source: Astros to recall outfielder Joey Loperfido

Read full article: Source: Astros to recall outfielder Joey Loperfido

The Houston Astros are going to recall outfielder Joey Loperfido ahead of Friday’s game against the Baltimore Orioles. Loperfido becomes eligible for a recall Friday after spending ten days in Triple-A, after being optioned.

Houston Astros starting pitcher Jose Urquidy delivers during the first inning of a baseball game against the Los Angeles Angels, Sunday, Aug. 13, 2023, in Houston. (AP Photo/Eric Christian Smith)

Astros pitcher Jose Urquidy may require surgery to right arm, expected to miss rest of 2024 season

Read full article: Astros pitcher Jose Urquidy may require surgery to right arm, expected to miss rest of 2024 season

Jose Urquidy is expected to miss the rest of the 2024 season, and is expected to require surgery on his right arm, three sources with knowledge of the situation tell KPRC 2 Sports.

JUPITER, FLORIDA - FEBRUARY 28: Joey Loperfido #83 of the Houston Astros looks on against the Miami Marlins during the third inning in a spring training game at Roger Dean Stadium on February 28, 2024 in Jupiter, Florida. (Photo by Megan Briggs/Getty Images)

Source: Astros’ outfielder Joey Loperfido optioned to Triple-A

Read full article: Source: Astros’ outfielder Joey Loperfido optioned to Triple-A

The Houston Astros have optioned outfielder Joey Loperfido to Triple-A Sugar Land, a league source told KPRC 2.

Houston Astros starting pitcher Forrest Whitley throws during the first inning of a spring training baseball game against the Miami Marlins Monday, Feb. 27, 2023, in West Palm Beach, Fla. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)

Astros promote former top prospect Forrest Whitley

Read full article: Astros promote former top prospect Forrest Whitley

Nearly eight years after being drafted, pitcher Forrest Whitley will likely finally have the chance to make his MLB debut, as he has been called up by the Houston Astros, the team announced.