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3 Astros position battles to watch in Spring Training
The Astros have more competition for roster spots this spring than in any season in the past decade. That’s not surprising ...
Houston Astros' Jose Altuve 'getting after it' as outfield introduction ramps up at spring training
After the Houston Astros held a defensive session practicing cut-offs and relay throws on a back field at their spring ...
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Joe Espada on Astros signing Brendan Rodgers, more
Joe Espada discusses the Astros signing Brendan Rodgers to a contract, the versatility he could bring to the team Ryan Gusto ...
'No pressure': Isaac Paredes comfortable replacing Alex Bregman at third for Houston Astros
Astros manager Joe Espada has a simple message for Houston's new third baseman Isaac Paredes. 'Don't try to be the guy who ...
For first time in over a decade, Astros may have hole at second base
The thought of anyone else patrolling second base other than Jose Altuve may be impossible for a generation of Astros fans to ...
Houston Astros spring injury updates on Kaleb Ort, Luis Garcia and Jacob Melton
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. – Houston Astros reliever Kaleb Ort is dealing with a left oblique injury that is “going to take a ...
One-time phenom Whitley has one last chance to make Astros, but doesn’t feel the pressure
Whitley is attempting to make the Astros as a relief pitcher. He’s out of minor league options, so if he doesn't earn a spot, ...
Astros trial 2B Jose Altuve in left field, add another INF
Astros second baseman Jose Altuve was willing to move to left field if it meant bringing back longtime teammate Alex Bregman, ...
MLB rumors: Astros sign Gold Glove-winning second baseman as Jose Altuve takes reps in outfield
The Astros have agreed to a minor-league deal with Gold Glove-winning second baseman Brendan Rodgers, according to KPRC2's ...
'Little man can do anything’: Carlos Correa talks Jose Altuve LF experiment
Michael Shapiro is a sports reporter for Chron, covering the Astros, Rockets, Texans and every team in town. Michael is a Denver native and graduate of the University of Texas at Austin, and a noted ...
Astros’ Jose Altuve’s new position prompts his same selflessness: ‘I think that’s honorable’
Selflessness is a hallmark of Altuve’s career, but still so rare for someone of his stature. Rafael Devers’ comments on ...
Jose Altuve left field experiment to start in Spring Training debut
Altuve began practicing in left field during offseason workouts at Daikin Park early this month. General manager Dana Brown was impressed by Altuve's instincts at the new spot, a sentiment echoed by ...