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Is Kyle Tucker Baseball’s Most Underrated Player?

Is Kyle Tucker Baseball’s Most Underrated Player?

The Astros have been one of the league’s most electrifying teams of the past decade. Since 2015 they’ve appeared in eight of nine postseasons, participated in the last seven American League Championship Series, and made four World Series, winning two of them.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / 2 hours ago

Random Astros’ Tidbits

Quick Notes on Jose Abreu, Two Rookie Hitters, and Javier Sometimes variety is the theme for my column. And today I will have some quick notes about the Astros as they continue their homestand.

MLB News / Bleacher Nation / 3 hours ago

Astros vs. Angels Prediction: Expert Picks, Odds, Stats & Best Bets – Monday, May 20, 2024

Following a two-homer game in a win over the Brewers, Kyle Tucker leads the Houston Astros (21-26) into action as -209 favorites against the Los Angeles Angels (18-29).

MLB News / Bleacher Nation / 1 hour ago

Astros vs. Angels Probable Starting Pitchers – May 20

The Los Angeles Angels (18-29) open a three-game series against the Houston Astros (21-26) with a Monday matchup at Minute Maid Park. First pitch is at 8:10 PM ET.

MLB News / Field Level Media / 4 hours ago
Astros' outfielders producing at plate ahead of opener vs. Angels

Astros' outfielders producing at plate ahead of opener vs. Angels

For the bulk of the season's opening month, the Houston Astros were getting little production from their outfield, excluding right fielder Kyle Tucker, who is delivering at an MVP level thus far.

MLB News / Crawfish Boxes / 11 hours ago

Series 16 (of 52): Angels Visit Houston

Tonight, Houston hosts the Angels for the first game in a three-game series. The Houston Astros open their 13-game season series against the Los Angeles Angels with three games starting tonight.

MLB News / Bleacher Nation / 4 hours ago

Houston Astros vs. Los Angeles Angels Series May 20-22: Odds, Starting Pitchers & Predictions

In the opener of a three-game series, on Monday, May 20 at 8:10 PM ET, the Houston Astros are hosting the Los Angeles Angels. Astros vs. Angels Series Info Angels @ Astros Time: Monday, May 20 at 8:10 PM ET Astros Starting Pitcher: Framber Valdez Angels Starting Pitcher: Reid Detmers TV Channel: BSW Livestream: Fubo […]

Kyle Tucker News / Field Level Media / 15 hours ago
Kyle Tucker, Astros win rubber match vs. Brewers

Kyle Tucker, Astros win rubber match vs. Brewers

Kyle Tucker recorded his sixth career multi-homer game while rookie right-hander Spencer Arrighetti pitched into the seventh inning for the first time as the Houston Astros claimed the rubber match of their interleague series with the visiting Milwaukee Brewers 9-4 on Sunday.

Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / 36 minutes ago
Several players likely to return soon for Astros

Several players likely to return soon for Astros

The Astros are likely to return a couple of regulars to the big league roster in the coming days.

Brewers seek series win against Astros after making a 'statement'
Defunct MLB ballparks that we still miss
The '2017 Houston Astros World Series roster' quiz
MLB News / Action Network / May 18
MLB best bets: Picks and predictions for Saturday, 5/18

MLB best bets: Picks and predictions for Saturday, 5/18

Action Network's baseball experts have MLB best bets, including picks and predictions for Saturday, May 18.

Defunct MLB ballparks that we still miss
Multi-run homers fuel Astros' victory over Brewers
The best MLB closers of all time
MLB News / Field Level Media / 4 hours ago
Multi-run homers fuel Astros' victory over Brewers

Multi-run homers fuel Astros' victory over Brewers

Jake Meyers and Jeremy Pena slugged home runs before four relievers preserved Hunter Brown's first win of the season as the Houston Astros topped the visiting Milwaukee Brewers 5-4 on Friday.

Houston Astros News / Last Word On Sports / 9 hours ago
Astros First Baseman ‘Doing Well’ After Minor League Option

Astros First Baseman ‘Doing Well’ After Minor League Option

Houston Astros first baseman José Abreu is “doing well” as he attempts to rediscover his swing in extended spring training. Abreu got off to a brutal start to the 2024 season.

Kyle Tucker News / Last Word On Sports / May 17
Surging Outfielder Ignites the Astros Winning Streak

Surging Outfielder Ignites the Astros Winning Streak

While the Houston Astros have been surging since the Mexico series, right fielder Kyle Tucker has been surging all season. Having just been swept by the Chicago Cubs, the Astros were 7-19 going into their two-game series against the Rockies in Mexico City.

Joe Espada News / ClutchPoints / May 17
Joe Espada’s message that fueled Astros turnaround

Joe Espada’s message that fueled Astros turnaround

The Houston Astros are currently on a five-game winning streak after starting the season off to a slow start. It’s been a nice turnaround for this franchise lately.

Joey Loperfido News / Yardbarker / May 17
Astros red-hot rookie Joey Loperfido is due for major regression

Astros red-hot rookie Joey Loperfido is due for major regression

Astros rookie Joey Loperfido has started his major league career red hot, but is he due to cool off soon?

MLB announces punishment for Astros' Ronel Blanco over foreign substance
Could Justin Verlander be open to a return to his former team?
Astros trade righty reliever to Athletics
The best minor leaguers never to enjoy MLB success
The '2017 Houston Astros World Series roster' quiz
Houston Astros News / ClutchPoints / May 16
Astros’ Joe Espada gives murky Jose Abreu update

Astros’ Joe Espada gives murky Jose Abreu update

When the Houston Astros signed Jose Abreu to a three-year, $58.5 million contract in November 2022, they were expecting him to bring some big-time pop to their lineup.

Houston Astros News / ClutchPoints / May 16
Key postseason Astros reliever open to trade

Key postseason Astros reliever open to trade

The Houston Astros have made the ALCS seven years in a row, making four trips to the World Series and collecting a couple of championships throughout that span.

Justin Verlander News / Larry Brown Sports / May 16
Could Justin Verlander be open to a return to his former team?

Could Justin Verlander be open to a return to his former team?

For a second straight season, Verlander might be reuniting with a former team of his at the trade deadline.

Watch: Astros pitcher ejected after foreign substance check
Which players have the most home runs in MLB postseason history?
The 'Active MLB strikeout leaders' quiz
Ronel Blanco News / Larry Brown Sports / May 15
MLB punishes Astros' Ronel Blanco over foreign substance

MLB announces punishment for Astros' Ronel Blanco over foreign substance

MLB has rendered its verdict on Ronel Blanco less than 24 hours after he was caught with a foreign substance in his glove.

West Point alum made history in his MLB debut with Reds
Promising Reds starter once again lands on injured list
Athletics place lefty on 15-day IL, transfer infielder to 60-day
It's time for the Nationals to call up outfield prospect James Wood
Javier Baez still being on the Tigers is an indictment against team owner
Padres pitcher has honest reaction to team getting booed off the field
Ronel Blanco News / Yardbarker / May 15
Watch: Astros pitcher ejected after foreign substance check

Watch: Astros pitcher ejected after foreign substance check

Houston Astros pitcher Ronel Blanco was ejected from Tuesday's game against the Houston Astros following an umpire check for a foreign substance on his glove.

Three ways Pirates' Paul Skenes can build off his MLB debut
Pirates designate lefty for assignment
Athletics promote southpaw for debut
Is Tigers' Spencer Torkelson's offensive resurgence for real?
Dodgers' Yoshinobu Yamamoto shaky in first game against Giants
Alex Bregman News / Yardbarker / May 14
Astros 3B breaks out of slump in contract year

Astros 3B breaks out of slump in contract year

He was saying goodbye to baseballs as he led the Astros to a 9-2 win over the Athletics on Monday. He came into Monday night’s matchup with just one home run but tripled the statistic by game's end.

The Astros Can Still Contend Despite the Horrendous Start
Slow start leaves Astros facing roster questions
Who is the last player from every MLB franchise to win an MVP Award?
The '2017 Houston Astros World Series roster' quiz
Houston Astros News / Last Word On Sports / May 14
The Astros Can Still Contend Despite the Horrendous Start

The Astros Can Still Contend Despite the Horrendous Start

Despite having their worst start in ten years, it’s too early to count the Houston Astros out of the postseason. The Houston Astros have not had the season

Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 13
Slow start leaves Astros facing roster questions

Slow start leaves Astros facing roster questions

The Astros are out to a slow start this year, currently sitting 15-25, ahead of just the White Sox and Angels in the American League standings. That’s led to early speculation about them possibly trading some pieces at this summer’s deadline.

Jon Singleton News / Larry Brown Sports / May 9
Watch: Astros 1B admires his own home run

Watch: Astros 1B admires his own home run

That was Singleton’s fourth home run of the season, and it left the biggest mark.

Astros GM makes revealing comments about team's trade-deadline strategy amid poor start
A look at Alex Bregman's offensive struggles
With Paul Skenes to make first MLB start, how have No. 1 picks fared in their debuts?
Which players have hit the most home runs in a season for every MLB franchise?
The 'MLB players hit by the most pitches in 2019' quiz
Houston Astros News / FanNation Inside The Astros / May 7
Houston Astros Superstar Deemed Candidate To Be Traded

Houston Astros Superstar Deemed Candidate To Be Traded

The struggles for the Houston Astros don't look to be turning around. Currently 12-22 and 5-5 in their last 10 games, the Astros find themselves in a quick seven-game deficit in the American League West.

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