Astros Extend 2017 AL MVP Jose Altuve Through 2024

Houston Astros star second baseman Jose Altuve was scheduled to become a free agent following the 2019 season, but that will no longer be the case after today. The Astros and the reigning American League MVP have reportedly agreed to a five-year, $151 million contract extension that will start in 2020 and run through 2024.Continue reading “Astros Extend 2017 AL MVP Jose Altuve Through 2024”

Report: Astros Have Engaged in Trade Talks for J.T. Realmuto

The Houston Astros have reportedly in engaged in trade talks with the Miami Marlins regarding star catcher J.T. Realmuto, reports Craig Mish of Sirius XM. In these trade discussions, Mish reports that Miami has asked Houston for top outfield prospect Kyle Tucker as the centerpiece in the package, and the Astros are said to beContinue reading “Report: Astros Have Engaged in Trade Talks for J.T. Realmuto”

Astros Acquire 6-Time All-Star Justin Verlander From Tigers

It’s official, the Detroit Tigers are now entering a full rebuild mode. After trading away J.D. Martinez, Justin Wilson and Alex Avila last month, the Tigers completed a trade earlier today that sent Justin Upton to the Los Angeles Angels, and now they have agreed to trade 6-time all-star pitcher Justin Verlander to the HoustonContinue reading “Astros Acquire 6-Time All-Star Justin Verlander From Tigers”

George Springer Will Play Center Field Full-Time in 2017

The Houston Astros had a busy off-season that included the signings of outfielders Josh Reddick and Carlos Beltran, causing Houston to have to switch things up on their roster a bit. Reddick, who received a four-year, $52 million contract from the Astros this off-season, will be the Opening Day starter in right field. The 39-year-oldContinue reading “George Springer Will Play Center Field Full-Time in 2017”

Astros Agree to Four-Year, $52 Million Deal With Josh Reddick

Josh Reddick will have a new home in 2017, as he has agreed to a four-year, $52 million pact with the Houston Astros, per Jeff Passan of Yahoo Sports. Sources: Astros have agreed to a deal with free agent outfielder Josh Reddick, pending a physical. — Jeff Passan (@JeffPassan) November 17, 2016 The signing of ReddickContinue reading “Astros Agree to Four-Year, $52 Million Deal With Josh Reddick”

Report: Astros Interested in Reunion With Carlos Beltran

The Houston Astros are interested in reuniting with 9-time MLB All-Star Carlos Beltran to serve as the team’s designated hitter for the 2017 season, writes Mark Feinsand of the New York Daily News. A source reportedly told Feinsand that the Astros are “hot” for Beltran, who split the 2016 season with the New York YankeesContinue reading “Report: Astros Interested in Reunion With Carlos Beltran”

Astros Promote Cuban Prospect Yulieski Gurriel From Triple-A Fresno

The Houston Astros have promoted highly touted Cuban prospect Yulieski Gurriel from Triple-A Fresno to make his Major League debut today versus the Baltimore Orioles. Gurriel will bat 6th and be Houston’s designated hitter for the game: Here's how the #Astros will line up for today's game. Yulieski Gurriel will wear #10. pic.twitter.com/GHhvftOpfl — HoustonContinue reading “Astros Promote Cuban Prospect Yulieski Gurriel From Triple-A Fresno”

Astros Promote Top Prospect Alex Bregman From Triple-A Fresno

After weeks of speculation, the Houston Astros have promoted their top prospect Alex Bregman from Triple-A Fresno, following their 13-3 win over the Angels on Sunday. #Astros announce Alex Bregman will be selected to the Major League roster. He will join the club Monday. — Houston Astros (@astros) July 24, 2016 Bregman, who bats and throwsContinue reading “Astros Promote Top Prospect Alex Bregman From Triple-A Fresno”

Astros Agree to Five-Year Deal With Cuban Infielder Yulieski Gurriel

Cuban star Yulieski Gurriel has agreed to a five-year, $47.5 million contract with the Houston Astros, according to Jesse Sanchez of MLB.com. MLB declared Gurriel a free agent on June 13, and had been drawing interest from the Padres, Mets, Yankees, Dodgers, and Giants prior to signing with Houston. Gurriel, 32, slashed .500/.589/.874 in 224 plateContinue reading “Astros Agree to Five-Year Deal With Cuban Infielder Yulieski Gurriel”

Astros Place Struggling Carlos Gomez (Rib Cage) on 15 Day Disabled List

Houston Astros centerfielder Carlos Gomez is headed to the 15-day disabled list with a bruised left rib cage, retroactive to May 16th. #Astros call up INF Colin Moran…place CF Carlos Gomez on 15-day DL (bruised rib cage)…Asher Wojciechowski DFA'd to make room on 40-man. — Angel Verdejo Jr. (@ahverdejo) May 17, 2016 The 30-year-old Gomez sufferedContinue reading “Astros Place Struggling Carlos Gomez (Rib Cage) on 15 Day Disabled List”

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