Houston Astros vs. Athletics - May 16, 2024

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Pitching

WinnerF. Valdez (3-1)

LoserA. Brooks (0-1)

SaveS. Martinez (1)

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Bot 4Mauricio Dubón out on a sacrifice fly to deep center field to Esteury Ruiz. Jeremy Peña scores.

Bot 1Alex Bregman out on a sacrifice fly to right center field to Tyler Nevin. Kyle Tucker scores.

Bot 1Kyle Tucker doubles to right field. Jose Altuve scores. Throwing error by Zack Gelof.

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AJ Blubaugh has pitched in every inning this season. Now the Astros are trusting their rookie reliever with some of their biggest outs. https://t.co/Mpy0Y233Up

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Brian McTaggart

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Wesneski's gem made good by Velázquez's clutch hit, Blubaugh's tightrope walk https://t.co/17fAf5WKVb

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David Kaplan

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REKAP ®: ⚾️ Chicago White Sox 2-0 loss to Houston Astros. ‘That was sloppy and poorly managed! https://t.co/ObSvVkhrR9

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Hayden Wesneski tossed a seven-inning gem as three Astros pitchers combined for a shutout, with Nelson Velázquez getting the big hit in the eighth inning. https://t.co/3WmNZApbAQ

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Houston Astros

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Took care of business!💪

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White Sox vs. Astros (09/02/2026)

Full highlights from Houston Astros' 2-0 win vs. Chicago White Sox 🎥

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Tatsuya Imai should opt out of Astros deal for this reason everybody least expectedImai's season has not gone how anyone expected, but despite his contract he has good reason to opt out.

04:54

Athletics vs. Rangers (09/02/2026)

Full highlights from Oakland Athletics' 9-2 win vs. Texas Rangers 🎥

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Yordan Alvarez is masking one of the Astros' biggest problems of 2026New hitting coaches were brought in for this season, but the impact doesn't appear to have been noticeable.

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MLB Home Stretch Predictions 🔮10 things we think will happen before the playoffs 📲

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Stating the case for Jim Crane to make this impact GM hiring for AstrosThe Hall of Famer and greatest player in franchise history brings a lot more to the table than many give him credit for.

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Angels just sent Astros a message after Arte Moreno abruptly sells team to NFL ownerThe days of the Angels being afterthoughts in the AL West are probably over.

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MLB Players Expect LockoutMany around majors preparing for 'lengthy' work stoppage (ESPN)

04:57

White Sox vs. Astros (09/01/2026)

Full highlights from Chicago White Sox' 5-1 win vs. Houston Astros 🎥

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Athletics vs. Rangers (09/01/2026)

Full highlights from Texas Rangers' 8-5 win vs. Oakland Athletics 🎥

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Astros to blame for why RF Cam Smith not progressing as expectedA deeper dive inside Cam Smith's advanced metrics tell a tale of stagnation, not progress. It seems likely not skipping the AA & AAA levels would have helped

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MLB's Biggest Breakouts 💥Players having strong years that we didn't see coming 📲

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Dana Brown's public comments post Astros dismissal highlight his failures as GMBrown's appearance on MLB Radio raised some serious eyebrows about his tenure in Houston.

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Astros Bypassing Mike Burrows Promotion with Ronel Blanco Raises Legitimate QuestionsBurrows hasn't given length, but his results have been far better than Blanco's.

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3 red-hot Astros minor leaguers who pushed hard for a September call-upMLB rosters expand from 26 to 28 on September 1st. For the Houston Astros, that means much-needed reinforcements are on the way. Houston had an excellent week,

04:44

White Sox vs. Astros (08/31/2026)

Full highlights from Houston Astros' 6-3 win vs. Chicago White Sox 🎥

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Athletics vs. Rangers (08/31/2026)

Full highlights from Texas Rangers' 8-1 win vs. Oakland Athletics 🎥

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Latest MLB Power Rankings 📊How every team stacks up as September looms 📲

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Astros look even more foolish amid Nate Pearson's ridiculous Royals runNate Pearson is on a ridiculous run with the Royals, proving that the pitching-needy Houston Astros gave up on him too soon.

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New MLB Playoff Picture 🖼️Astros break AL West slump. Full standings with a month left in the season 📲

04:57

Orioles vs. Athletics (08/30/2026)

Full highlights from Baltimore Orioles' 8-5 win vs. Oakland Athletics 🎥

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Snoopy's Wild First Pitch 😭Classic Joe Cool 🎥

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Predicting Jeremy Peña’s next contract after his August swoon with AstrosHouston Astros shortstop Jeremy Pena has one year left until he's a free agent, and his August struggles look to really have hurt potential mega contract

04:56

Orioles vs. Athletics (08/29/2026)

Full highlights from Baltimore Orioles' 5-3 win vs. Oakland Athletics 🎥

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Astros vs. Mets (08/29/2026)

Watch the Game Highlights from Astros vs. Mets, 08/29/2026 🎥

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Astros have done themselves no favors with Jim Crane's Joe Espada meddlingJim Crane has done little to suggest Joe Espada won't be out of a job at the end of the season, and the Houston Astros are worse off because of it.

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MLB's Top Prospects Under 20 🤩Jesús Made, Leo De Vries crack B/R's top-25 list of league's brightest future stars ➡️

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Astros may already have Bryan Abreu replacement before free agency hitsBryan Abreu is a free agent at the end of the season and the rise of AJ Blubaugh means the Houston Astros don't need to pay the big bucks to bring him back

04:55

Orioles vs. Athletics (08/28/2026)

Full highlights from Baltimore Orioles' 4-3 win vs. Oakland Athletics 🎥

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Astros vs. Mets (08/28/2026)

Full highlights from Houston Astros' 3-1 win vs. New York Mets 🎥

02:00

Yordan Chasing History 👑

Astros slugger looking to be only the 2nd Triple Crown winner since 1967

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New MLB Team Grades 🔠Updated report cards for every team with 1 month to go 📲

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Awful AL West Still Dangerous 👀What went wrong and why there's still hope for MLB's worst division 📲

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4 biggest Astros X-factors who could make-or-break their playoff chancesThese Houston Astros players could be sneaky important when it comes to the Astros' playoff aspirations in 2026.

04:44

Yankees Lose Series to Astros 📉

Cole surrenders 3 ER, as offense can't answer 🎥

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Breaking down Yordan Alvarez's chances of winning Triple Crown for Astros in 2026Houston Astros designated hitter Yordan Alvarez is leading the AL in all the big offensive categories. Here's a realistic look at his Triple Crown odds.

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September Call-Ups to Watch 👀10 players who can make a late-season impact for a contender 📲

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4 biggest Astros mistakes that were made during the Dana Brown eraDana Brown made many mistakes at the helm of the Houston Astros, but these four stand out as the biggest, as well as ones that the team will keep paying for.

04:56

Twins vs. Athletics (08/26/2026)

Full highlights from Oakland Athletics' 7-4 win vs. Minnesota Twins 🎥

04:51

Astros vs. Yankees (08/26/2026)

Watch the Game Highlights from Astros vs. Yankees, 08/26/2026 🎥

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Astros' late rally against Yankees doesn't change Houston's Ethan Pecko problemThe Houston Astros survived a wild 9-7 comeback win over the Yankees, but Ethan Pecko's second MLB start revealed the same command issues that have plagued him.

34:30

New MLB Rumors 👀

🗣️ Latest on Ketel Marte ♨️ Executive hot seat 📳 LIVE with insider Jon Heyman

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Every Team's Biggest Red Flag 🚩Breaking down warning signs across the league 📲

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4 general manager candidates Astros should look at to fill void left by Dana Brown firingWith the Houston Astros' GM role open, its time to start the search for the next one now. Here are a few names that could garner some interest.

04:51

MIN at OAK Game Highlights

Oakland Athletics vs. Minnesota Twins - 08/25/2026

00:29

Taj Bradley's Immaculate Inning 🤯

Pitcher throws first one in Twins history

04:55

Astros Take Down Yankees 🚀

Houston gets narrow win behind Yainer Diaz 2 HR game

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Ranking MVP Favorites 📊Top 10 candidates in heated AL, NL races 📲

00:26

Umpire's 'Jumpman' Leap 😭

Goes full extension to avoid ball

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Astros might be using emerging bullpen weapon wrong but there's still time for a changeThe Houston Astros have developed a real bullpen weapon with AJ Blubaugh, but one has to wonder if the better play wouldn't have been working him as a starter.

04:57

Twins vs. Athletics (08/24/2026)

Full highlights from Minnesota Twins' 9-6 win vs. Oakland Athletics 🎥

01:29

Worst Division in MLB History? 😳

How the AL West is setting new lows this season

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Timing of Dana Brown's firing is aggressive even by Jim Crane's standardsJim Crane let Dana Brown run the draft and the deadline, then fired him 3 weeks later while tied for first place with just a few weeks left. Explain the logic

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Joe Espada’s gaffe didn’t cost Astros, but looks far worse after Dana Brown's firingAfter parting ways with GM Dana Brown, the Houston Astros microscope turns to manager Joe Espada, who's tenure in charge hasn't lived up to what fans had hoped.

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MLB, MLBPA Meeting RegularlyCommissioner Rob Manfred confident deal will be made amid CBA talks (ESPN)

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Latest MLB Power Rankings 📊See where the A's land in our latest batch of power rankings 📲

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Updated MLB Playoff Predictions 🔮How postseason could unfold with roughly one month left ➡️

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Astros remove GM Dana Brown midway through playoff race in shockingly timed moveFresh off only taking three wins of a nine-game homestand that included games against the Seattle Mariners, Los Angeles Angels, and the Athletics, Houston Astro

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🚨 Astros, GM Part WaysDana Brown's contract was set to expire after season

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MLB Playoff Picture Shaping UpEvery AL West team has a losing record with 5 weeks to go. Full standings 📲

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Astros are looking like draft geniuses after start to Logan Hughes' professional careerHouston Astros first round pick Logan Hughes could not have had a better start to his professional career and its time to give the front office some flowers.

04:57

Athletics vs. Astros (08/23/2026)

Full highlights from Oakland Athletics' 7-6 win vs. Houston Astros 🎥

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Biggest MLB Disappointments 😔10 early-season names who failed to meet expectations five months into season ➡️

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Previewing the Astros remaining 2026 schedule including vital stretch to start SeptemberThe Houston Astros' final six weeks have become that much harder, because they haven't been able to capitalize on a recent easy stretch.

04:57

Athletics vs. Astros (08/22/2026)

Full highlights from Oakland Athletics' 4-3 win vs. Houston Astros 🎥

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Mike Burrows’ turnaround on rehab assignment may come too late for the Astros in 2026Mike Burrows made his second rehab start and could be back soon, but is his return enough to fix the Astros' pitching woes in the final month of the season?

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MLB HR Leader Rankings 📊Where each squad's slugger stacks up from obvious to most shocking ➡️

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Astros' Jose Altuve resurgence is arriving when stakes couldn't be higherJose Altuve is heating up at the exact moment the Astros need someone, anyone, to be dependable.

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Athletics vs. Astros (08/21/2026)

Full highlights from Houston Astros' 4-0 win vs. Oakland Athletics 🎥

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MLB Players' Weekend Gear 🤩Tap for the best bats, gloves and cleats you'll see this weekend 📲

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Astros' latest blunder vs. Angels another example of how Houston has bungled prime opportunitiesThe Astros had a chance to bury the AL West and instead got run over 18-3 by the Angels. Whoops.

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The Awards Race Dividing MLB Fans 🤼‍♀️Wetherholt vs. Stewart has turned into a new school vs. old school debate for the ages 📲

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Every Team's Franchise Cornerstone in 2029 🔮Who will be the No. 1 star on your favorite team three years from now? 📲

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Tatsuya Imai makes painful admission about disappointing Astros rookie seasonTatsuya Imai's first season with the Houston Astros has been a disappointment, and it's hard determining his next steps.

04:55

Angels vs. Astros (08/20/2026)

Full highlights from Los Angeles Angels' 18-3 win vs. Houston Astros 🎥

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One Astros stat for August is a huge red flag for their 2026 playoff chancesThe Astros are barely up in the AL West, but 15 homers in August and shaky pitching are turning a playoff spot into a real question mark.

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Athletics vs. Royals (08/20/2026)

Full highlights from Kansas City Royals' 6-2 win vs. Oakland Athletics 🎥

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Trade Fails Still Haunting Teams 👻These bad moves are still leaving a mark across the league 📲

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Ace Rankings For Every MLB Team ♠️How every team's best starting pitcher stacks up across MLB 📲

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Astros dealing with troubling Hunter Brown trend at worst possible timeHunter Brown suddenly can't throw his fastball for strikes and it could have a disastrous effect on the Houston Astros playoff hopes.

04:56

Angels vs. Astros (08/19/2026)

Full highlights from Houston Astros' 3-2 win vs. Los Angeles Angels 🎥

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Athletics vs. Royals (08/19/2026)

Full highlights from Kansas City Royals' 9-7 win vs. Oakland Athletics 🎥

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Here's what to expect from Astros pitching prospect Ethan Pecko ahead of his MLB debutThe Houston Astros' #9 prospect, starting pitcher Ethan Pecko, is making his MLB debut against the Angels, here's everything you need to know.

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Astros' criticized Josh Hader decision looks genius after Dodgers' Edwin Diaz disasterJosh Hader's contract with the Houston Astros has not always looked great, but at least it's not Edwin Díaz's deal with the Los Angeles Dodgers

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MLB Stars Who Played in LLWS 🤯Pros who got their start in Williamsport 📲

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MLB's Most Overpaid Players 💸These 25 players aren't living up to their salaries 📲

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Christian Walker’s recent stretch makes Astros’ next step before lockout painfully obviousThe Houston Astros may want to act very quickly once the offseason arrives when it comes to Christian Walker's future with the club.

04:58

LAA at HOU Game Highlights

Houston Astros vs. Los Angeles Angels - 08/18/2026

04:55

OAK at KAN Game Highlights

Kansas City Royals vs. Oakland Athletics - 08/18/2026

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Astros Hall of Fame ceremony a reminder of Lance Berkman and what might have beenThe Astros honored Alan Ashby and Phil Garner over the weekend, and it's another reminder of how close Lance Berkman came to Cooperstown.

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1 Stat for Every MLB Team 🔢The number that defines each club's season 📲

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Trey Mancini RetiresFormer Orioles slugger won 2021 AL Comeback Player of Year after returning from cancer treatment

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Kyle Tucker completely falling apart with Dodgers validates Astros' free agency decisionsThe Houston Astros are looking like geniuses right now given how Kyle Tucker has looked since leaving town, with his gaffe with the Dodgers the latest example.

04:56

Athletics vs. Royals (08/17/2026)

Full highlights from Kansas City Royals' 9-5 win vs. Oakland Athletics 🎥

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New MLB Power Rankings 📊🔥 Padres surging 😩 Red Sox out of gas 📲 Full rankings midway through August

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3 Astros who survived the 2026 trade deadline but will be gone in the offseasonThe Houston Astros stood pat on several trade candidates at the 2026 deadline, but there are several current players whose days in Houston are numbered.

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Teams Already Regretting Deadline Trades 😖Yankees, more clubs that could use a deadline do-over ➡️

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Projected Playoff Bracket 📊Tap to see which teams are in the picture with just over a month left in the regular season 📲

04:55

Rangers vs. Athletics (08/16/2026)

Full highlights from Oakland Athletics' 5-2 win vs. Texas Rangers 🎥

climbingtalshill.com•2w

Astros insider's Joe Espada intel could dramatically change offseason plansHouston Astros insider Chandler Rome hints at a development that could dramatically impact Joe Espada's future with the club.

04:55

Rangers vs. Athletics (08/15/2026)

Full highlights from Texas Rangers' 5-3 win vs. Oakland Athletics 🎥

04:57

Mariners vs. Astros (08/15/2026)

Full highlights from Seattle Mariners' 10-5 win vs. Houston Astros 🎥

climbingtalshill.com•2w

Astros have overlooked bullpen weapon behind Josh Hader and Bryan AbreuJosh Hader gets the ninth. Bryan Abreu gets the turnaround story. Steven Okert just gets outs, and nobody's talking about it.

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Best Scenarios for Each Team's Season ⏩How each team would ideally like this season to end at this point

04:57

Rangers vs. Athletics (08/14/2026)

Full highlights from Oakland Athletics' 8-3 win vs. Texas Rangers 🎥

04:57

Mariners vs. Astros (08/14/2026)

Full highlights from Houston Astros' 10-7 win vs. Seattle Mariners 🎥

00:15

Jacob Wilson Exits Game

A's SS (hand) replaced in 2nd vs. Rangers after staying in following HBP 🎥

Bleacher Report•2w

Every Team's Top Award Candidate 🏆Contenders for MVP, Cy Young, ROY and more across the league 📲

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Astros backed themselves into dreadful reality Dana Brown could have avoidedIs it bad to not trade for any starting pitching help and then almost immediately take two starters out of your rotation? Asking for a friend.

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Most Bizarre Superstar Slumps 📉Breaking down the struggles of Paul Skenes, Cal Raleigh, more 📲

climbingtalshill.com•2w

Astros have glaring problem that could come back to haunt them by the time October arrivesThe Astros lead the AL West and have a clear path to keeping it that way. But their lineup still has a glaring flaw that playoff pitching will expose.

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1 Sentence For Every Team 🗣️Bite-sized takes from around the league for the stretch run 📲

04:54

Astros vs. Giants (08/12/2026)

Full highlights from Houston Astros' 2-1 win vs. San Francisco Giants 🎥

04:54

Rays vs. Athletics (08/12/2026)

Full highlights from Tampa Bay Rays' 8-4 win vs. Oakland Athletics 🎥

32:06

Latest MLB Rumors 👂

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Astros' Yordan Alvarez has compelling MVP case but surging Tigers could flip debateYordan Alvarez is still the frontrunner for AL MVP, but Dillon Dingler, leading a surging Tigers team, is making it a real race.

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Every Team's Breakout Prospect 💥Breaking down the biggest farm system leaps across the league 📲

04:54

HOU at SF Game Highlights

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TB at OAK Game Highlights

Oakland Athletics vs. Tampa Bay Rays - 08/11/2026

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Bold MLB Predictions 🔮🏆 Ohtani loses MVP race 😯 Surprise division winners 📲 Hot takes for final 2 months

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Jim Crane may have saved Astros from Dana Brown's latest pitching staff whiffThere are a lot of things worth criticizing about the Houston Astros' 2026 trade deadline. The annual feeding frenzy was a mostly quiet affair for the Astros, w

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Players on Trade Watch Before 2027 👀Zach Neto, CJ Abrams, more players who could move before Opening Day 📲

04:05

Rays vs. Athletics (08/10/2026)

Full highlights from Tampa Bay Rays' 10-6 win vs. Oakland Athletics 🎥

04:57

Astros vs. Giants (08/10/2026)

Full highlights from Houston Astros' 6-3 win vs. San Francisco Giants 🎥

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Post-Deadline Playoff Predictions 🔮Breaking down the bracket after Skubal to LA, more 📲

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Astros turn to former Cubs slugging prospect to solve elusive roster needThe Houston Astros have claimed outfielder Nelson Velazquez off waivers from the St. Louis Cardinals, hoping to address an elusive need.

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Projected MLB Playoff Bracket ♨️Breaking down potential postseason picture and latest standings 📲

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MLB Postseason Schedule 🍿Potential World Series Game 7 on Halloween. Full calendar here 📲

climbingtalshill.com•3w

Astros rumors have Houston circling former Angels slugger after underwhelming trade deadlineThe Houston Astros missed on Austin Hays, who promptly homered against them. Now Houston's reportedly circling Jorge Soler and maybe Rob Refsnyder instead.

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Latest MLB Power Rankings 📊Where every team stands as we near mid-August 📲

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Fixing Every Bubble Team’s Big Flaw 🛠️How 10 fringe playoff clubs can move on to October ➡️

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A's Player Makes MLB History 🌟Jacob Wilson sets record for longest errorless streak by a shortstop 📸

04:55

Athletics vs. Red Sox (08/09/2026)

Full highlights from Oakland Athletics' 4-3 win vs. Boston Red Sox 🎥

climbingtalshill.com•3w

Astros' surge suddenly adds importance to Carlos Correa's recovery no one is buyingCarlos Correa believes that he can return to help the Houston Astros down the stretch of the 2026 season. The Astros' surge has helped fuel the dream. Entering

04:58

Astros vs. Padres (08/08/2026)

Full highlights from San Diego Padres' 3-2 win vs. Houston Astros 🎥

04:56

A's Snap Red Sox 9-Game Win Streak 😳

Athletics put a stop to their 9-game skid behind Gage Jump's strong pitching performance

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Athletics Fire GMDavid Forst out as general manager after being with team since 2000 (The Athletic)

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Way-Too-Early Free Agency Predictions 🔮Offseason moves we're expecting after a wild MLB trade deadline ➡️

climbingtalshill.com•3w

Astros' continued trend hints Dana Brown could suffer similar fate as James ClickThe Houston Astros are holding onto first place in the AL West, but Dana Brown's expiring contract and Jim Crane's history suggest winning won't be enough.

04:57

Astros vs. Padres (08/07/2026)

Full highlights from Houston Astros' 6-3 win vs. San Diego Padres 🎥

04:58

Athletics vs. Red Sox (08/07/2026)

Full highlights from Boston Red Sox' 13-1 win vs. Oakland Athletics 🎥

climbingtalshill.com•3w

Astros' push to get Carlos Correa back this season comes with some very familiar risksCorrea says he "wouldn't be doing all this work" if a return wasn't possible. Should the Astros even want it?