Houston Astros starting pitcher Framber Valdez allowed only one earned run over six innings at Daikin Park on Monday night, striking out a season-high 12 batters in a 2-1 loss to the Washington Nationals. So, why was Valdez peeved postgame despite his strong performance? Look to Houston manager Joe Espada and the team's coaching staff.

A fifth-inning RBI double from Mauricio Dubón comprised their only offense Monday. The Nationals own the highest bullpen ERA in the sport and used five pitchers in the opener of this three-game series. They scattered two singles and two doubles.

Trevor Rogers' recent resurgence has made him a potential trade chip for the Orioles, with the Astros emerging as a logical landing spot.

It's trade deadline season around Major League Baseball, and a lot of eyes are on the Houston Astros this week. An American League West-best 60 wins has the Ast

Houston Astros manager Joe Espada discusses Houston’s AL West standing, injuries, and playoff push heading into the second half.

The Houston Astros play against the Athletics in an MLB game tonight. Fans can watch this game for free online.

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The post MLB rumors: Astros linked to Rockies trade after All-Star injury appeared first on ClutchPoints. With Isaac Paredes injured, the Houston Astros could look to acquire infield help. According to Jorge Castillo of ESPN, Houston is interested in Colorado Rockies third baseman Ryan McMahon.

Its Tuesday, July 22 and the Astros (58-42) are in Phoenix to take on the Diamondbacks (50-51). Framber Valdez is slated to take the mound for Houston against Eduardo Rodriguez for Arizona.

For the Astros, this Saturday in the park wasn’t anything like the Fourth of July. But in one way, it resembled every game since. For the 17th consecutive time, Houston saw its opponent score first, w