JANUARY 5 • MLB.COM
HOUSTON ASTROS 88-73 · 1ST IN AL WEST
88-73 · 1ST IN AL WEST
Brantley, 'Dr. Smooth,' calls it a career after 15 seasons The Houston Astros squeezed into a joyful huddle on the dais, newly crowned as 2022 World Series champions, and the Commissioner’s Trophy ve...
Baseball Hall of Fame: The case for and against 10 divisive candidates
A dive into the pros and cons of 10 notable candidates from the 2024 ballot, including Jordan Shusterman's vote.JANUARY 4
Joel Kuhnel - Designated for assignment Kuhnel was designated for assignment by the Astros on Thursday, Chandler Rome of The Athletic reports.
Impact The move was required in order to free up a spot on the 40-man roster for waiver claim Declan Cronin. Kuhnel, who turns 29 next month, has posted an unsightly 6.02 ERA and 71:24 K:BB over 83.2 innings during his parts of four major-league seasons.
JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE
Declan Cronin - Claimed by Astros The Astros claimed Cronin off waivers from the White Sox on Thursday, Chandler Rome of The Athletic reports.
Impact Cronin had been designated for assignment last week. The 26-year-old reliever yielded 11 runs over 11 innings for Chicago in 2023 in his first taste of big-league action. Cronin doesn't miss many bats but has consistently posted groundball rates well over 50 percent during his time in the minors.
JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE
Yankees Could Bolster Bullpen By Adding Ex-Astros High-Leverage Hurler It sounds like the New York Yankees could target a former member of the Houston Astros this offseason.
JANUARY 3 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM
Mattress Mack bets $1 million on Texas to win title: 'They're knocking on the door'
Patrick Everson breaks down how bettors are playing the CFP semis. Read here for big bets, line moves and thoughts from Mattress Mack, who p...DECEMBER 31, 2023
New Year's resolutions for the 2024 Astros, including one for owner Jim Crane One veteran should think about resting a little more often and a younger player could use some more elevation in his offensive game.
DECEMBER 29, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM
New Year's predictions for the 2024 Astros This story was excerpted from Brian McTaggart’s Astros Beat newsletter. To read the full newsletter, click here. And subscribe to get it reg...
DECEMBER 28, 2023 • MLB.COM
White Sox, ex-Astros catcher Martin Maldonado agree to 1-year deal The Chicago White Sox agreed to a one-year, $4 million deal with free agent catcher Martin Maldonado.
DECEMBER 27, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Veteran catcher Maldonado agrees to 1-year deal with White Sox (source) Martín Maldonado and the White Sox have agreed on a one-year deal plus an option, sources confirmed to MLB Network insider Jon Heyman. The c...
DECEMBER 27, 2023 • MLB.COM
Should Phillies Pursue Blockbuster Trade With Astros? If the Philadelphia Phillies want to land another elite starter, then they could turn their attention to a trade package for an ace on the H...
DECEMBER 26, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Should Phillies Pursue Blockbuster Trade With Astros? If the Philadelphia Phillies want to land another elite starter, then they could turn their attention to a trade package for an ace on the H...
DECEMBER 26, 2023 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM
Should Phillies Pursue Blockbuster Trade With Astros? If the Philadelphia Phillies want to land another elite starter, then they could turn their attention to a trade package for an ace on the H...
DECEMBER 26, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM
Six Astros prospects who could make an impact in the majors in 2024 The Astros don't have the league's best farm system, but they have players who could make a legitimate big-league impact next season.
DECEMBER 22, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Another Former Dodgers Reliever Joins Houston Astros on MiLB Deal He’s the second one to join Houston this offseason.
DECEMBER 21, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM
Astros and catcher Victor Caratini finalize $12 million, 2-year contract
The Houston Astros and free-agent catcher Victor Caratini have finalized their $12 million, two-year contractDECEMBER 8, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Royals acquire pitcher Carlos Mateo from Astros for pitcher Dylan Coleman
The Kansas City Royals have swapped pitchers with the Astros, sending right-hander Dylan Coleman to Houston in exchange for minor league right-hander Carlos MateoDECEMBER 6, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Houston Astros and catcher Victor Caratini agree to $12 million, 2-year contract, AP source says
Catcher Victor Caratini and the Houston Astros have agreed to a $12 million, two-year contract, a person familiar with the deal told The Associated PressDECEMBER 6, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Jake Meyers - To be primary center fielder Astros general manager Dana Brown said Tuesday that Meyers will get the bulk of playing time in center field to begin the 2024 season, Brian McTaggart of MLB.com reports.
Impact Meyers slashed just .227/.296/.382 over 112 regular-season games in 2023 and was left off Houston's postseason roster, but Brown offered high praise for his defensive work and expressed optimism about the 27-year-old taking a step forward offensively. Chas McCormick projects to open the 2024 campaign as the Astros' primary left fielder with Meyers installed in center.
DECEMBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Astros GM says team has no interest in trading Alex Bregman
Houston Astros general manager Dana Brown says the team isn’t exploring trades for Alex Bregman, even though the All-Star third baseman’s contract is set to expire after the 2024 s...DECEMBER 5, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Brailyn Marquez - Reaches deal with Astros Marquez signed a minor-league contract with the Astros on Sunday.
Impact Marquez missed two seasons following shoulder surgery and struggled upon his return last year, posting a 4.99 ERA and 44:38 K:BB over 30.2 frames across four levels in the minors. The left-hander will turn just 25 next month, though, so the Astros felt the former top prospect was worth a roll of the dice.
DECEMBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Mets Sign Former Astros Hurler The New York Mets have signed this former Houston Astros pitcher.
DECEMBER 2, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM
Friday's Transactions BASEBALL Major League Baseball American League HOUSTON ASTROS — Promoted Omar Lopez to bench coach.
DECEMBER 1, 2023 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM
