MLB insider on Mets backing Carlos Mendoza, rising hot seats and MLB trade buzz
Why the Mets are staying patient with Mendoza, plus early pressure on Kurt Suzuki and Joe Espada and trade buzz across the league.
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Astros shortstop Jeremy Pena takes crucial step toward injury return
The Houston Astros received an encouraging development on Tuesday as shortstop Jeremy Pena took another step in his recovery from a right hamstring injury. With the club searching for stability after a slow start, Pena’s progress offers a needed boost for a lineup still trying to find consistency. Pena began taking live at-bats during batting […] The post Astros shortstop Jeremy Pena takes crucial step toward injury return appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Astros manager Joe Espada gets GM’s support after Red Sox firing Alex Cora turns up heat
The first manager of the MLB season has been fired. Alex Cora was fired by the Boston Red Sox after a 10-17 start to the season. This has put other managers, whose teams are struggling, on the hot seat. One of those managers is Astros head man Joe Espada. As the Astros sit at 11-18 […] The post Astros manager Joe Espada gets GM’s support after Red Sox firing Alex Cora turns up heat appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Joe Espada Shares Reason for Jose Altuve's Removal From Astros Lineup
Joe Espada Announces Reason for Jose Altuve’s Removal From Astros Lineup
Astros' Carlos Correa Makes Admission After Loss to Mariners
The Houston Astros lost to the Seattle Mariners by a final score of 6-2 on Monday. The loss came after the team placed shortstop Jeremy Pena and starting pitcher Tatsuya Imai on the injured list before the game. It has been a difficult season for the ball club, as Houston is now 6-11 overall and in ...
Astros Make Carlos Correa Decision After Jeremy Pena Injury News
The Houston Astros made a decision involving Carlos Correa after an unfortunate update on Jeremy Peña.
Astros Cody Bolton Injury Update: What’s Next For Latest Injured Pitcher
Cody Bolton joins the Houston Astros injury list, deepening a pitching crisis that manager Joe Espada is scrambling to address. The post Astros Cody Bolton Injury Update: What’s Next For Latest Injured Pitcher appeared first on Heavy Sports.
Joe Espada Announces Carlos Correa Update After Removal From Astros Lineup
Houston Astros infielder Carlos Correa was removed from the lineup.
Astros’ biggest flop to begin 2026 MLB season
When the Houston Astros closed their lockers at the end of the 2025 season, Daikin Park was a very sad place. Houston was watching the playoffs from the couch for the first time since 2016. This ended a historic streak of eight straight playoff appearances and four straight American League West division titles. The goal […] The post Astros’ biggest flop to begin 2026 MLB season appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Joe Espada makes ‘hard’ confession about 2 Astros players getting hurt within minutes
The Houston Astros got dealt another tough injury blow on Wednesday, when two players got hurt within minutes during a game. Jake Meyers and Cristian Javier both left during Houston’s game with the Colorado Rockies. Astros manager Joe Espada gave a brutal admission after the contest about the situation. “Not what I want to see. […] The post Joe Espada makes ‘hard’ confession about 2 Astros players getting hurt within minutes appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Why Astros’ Carlos Correa is not playing vs. Rockies
The Houston Astros entered Wednesday’s series finale at Coors Field without veteran third baseman Carlos Correa, whose illness forced another late shuffle of the infield. His absence loomed large as the Astros were hammered 9–1, sealing a three-game sweep at the hands of the Rockies. Manager Joe Espada held Correa out for a second consecutive […] The post Why Astros’ Carlos Correa is not playing vs. Rockies appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Astros' Joe Espada Shares Carlos Correa Status Update After Removal From Lineup
Houston Astros infielder Carlos Correa was removed from the lineup.
Astros closer Josh Hader update included in latest Houston injury news
The Houston Astros received encouraging injury updates Tuesday, as progress from Josh Hader, Bennett Sousa, and Nate Pearson signaled potential reinforcements for a pitching staff navigating early-season setbacks. Manager Joe Espada outlined developments that could soon impact Houston’s bullpen and rotation depth. Hader, the Astros’ All-Star closer, continues to advance in his recovery from left […] The post Astros closer Josh Hader update included in latest Houston injury news appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Astros’ Hunter Brown doesn’t sound concerned about shoulder injury, per Joe Espada
The Houston Astros have played well to start the season, but they’re dealing with an injury to one of their key players. Ace Hunter Brown was recently placed on the 15-day injured list because of a strain in his pitching shoulder. The last time he pitched was earlier in the week against the Boston Red […] The post Astros’ Hunter Brown doesn’t sound concerned about shoulder injury, per Joe Espada appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Astros’ Joe Espada gets real on ‘excitement’ for Tatsuya Imai’s MLB debut
The Houston Astros have a lot to look forward to this season, and some of those things are starting just three games into the year. Tatsuya Imai is set to make his Major League debut in the series finale against the Los Angeles Angels, and many can’t wait to see him start on the mound. […] The post Astros’ Joe Espada gets real on ‘excitement’ for Tatsuya Imai’s MLB debut appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Astros announce roster move before Angels clash
The Houston Astros are set to face off against the Los Angeles Angels on Friday for their second game of the 2026 season. Leading up to the contest, the organization announced a roster move that is taking effect immediately. Houston announced that Cesar Salazar cleared waivers. The 30-year-old catcher is being outrighted to Triple-A Sugar […] The post Astros announce roster move before Angels clash appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Houston Astros Predicted To Trade All-Star Infielder Early in 2026 Season
The Houston Astros begin the 2026 season on Thursday afternoon at home against the Los Angeles Angels. It is going to be a different-looking Astros team than the one that ended the 2025 season missing the playoffs.Gone is left-hander pitcher Framber Valdez, signing with the Detroit Tigers in free agency. General manager Dana Brown traded […] The post Houston Astros Predicted To Trade All-Star Infielder Early in 2026 Season appeared first on Heavy Sports.
Astros’ Joe Espada Announces Jeremy Pena Injury News Before Opening Day
Astros manager Joe Espada announced the news before an exhibition game on Tuesday.
Houston Astros Release 4-Year MLB Player After Roster Decision
On Thursday night, the Houston Astros will open up the 2026 regular season when they host Mike Trout and the Los Angeles Angels in Texas.Like all teams, the Astros are finalizing their roster ahead of Opening Day.Houston Astros Release 4-Year MLB PlayerBefore Thursday’s showdown, Matt Kawahara of The Houston Chronicle reported roster news.Kawahara wrote: “Peter […] The post Houston Astros Release 4-Year MLB Player After Roster Decision appeared first on Heavy Sports.