In The Lab: Astros Catching BPO
We saw in our previous piece that the Astros stood in 19th in MLB with a .651 team…
In the Lab: A primer on bases per out
Obviously, we are in a state of transition here, so this seemed like a perfect opportunity for a…
Do the Astros Need a Backup Plan for Josh Hader?
HOUSTON, TEXAS – JULY 28: Josh Hader #71 of the Houston Astros pitches during the ninth inning against…
Are Any Posted Players from Japan Fits for Astros?
TOKOROZAWA, JAPAN – APRIL 25: Tatsuya Imai of Saitama Seibu Lions throws against Orix Buffaloes at Belluna Dome…
Paid or Trade: Jake Meyers
TORONTO, CANADA – SEPTEMBER 9: Jake Meyers #6 of the Houston Astros runs to third base against the…
Is the Mauricio Dubon Trade a Precursor to the Next Astros Move?
HOUSTON, TEXAS – SEPTEMBER 21: Mauricio Dubon #14 of the Houston Astros throws to first for an out…
A Yainer DÃaz Conversation | The Crawfish Boxes
One of the more interesting subplots this offseason, to me, is what the Astros decided to do at…
Will the pitch challenge system change our evaluation of Astros’ catchers?
After four years of experimentation in the minor leagues, MLB will allow teams to challenge umpires’ ball-strike calls…
Who To Keep: Mauricio Dubón or Ramón UrÃas?
You could certainly argue that the Astros have an expensive yet inefficient roster. And I would agree with…
A.J. Blubaugh: Astros reliever or starter?
As the Astros construct their 2026 team over the off-season, their assessment of promising rookies’ performances will be…
2026 Position profiles: Second Base
Unlike the other positions, second base probably has more options and more intrigue coming into the 2026 season.…
Off-Season Thought Experiment: Should the Houston Astros consider a reunion with Kyle Tucker?Â
To say that the Astros’ 2025 outfield situation was chaotic would be an understatement. Between injury, position switching,…