Maanav Gupta

Maanav Gupta

Joined: Jul 9, 2026

Maanav Gupta primarily covers Houston sports for On SI. He graduated from the University of Houston in the summer of 2025 with his bachelor’s in journalism and a minor in Spanish. Gupta spent three years at the student newspaper, The Daily Cougar, and also covered the 2025 Final Four and National Championship. He also has his own YouTube channel, Maanav’s Sports Talk, where he has interviewed professional athletes and broadcasters like Jose Altuve, Jeremy Peña, J.J. Watt, and Jim Nantz. Gupta has been writing about the Astros for various publications since 2024. You can find Gupta on X, Instagram and TikTok @MGSportsTalk.

Houston Astros general manager Dana Brown speaks at a press conference. Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Houston Astros starting pitcher Hunter Brown (58) pitches at Daikin Park. Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images

Houston Astros general manager Dana Brown talks with manager Joe Espada before the game against the Milwaukee Brewers at Daikin Park. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Houston Astros first baseman Christian Walker reacts after hitting a walk-off three-run home run to give the Astros the win

Houston Astros second baseman Jose Altuve reacts after striking out.

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The Houston Astros are facing the Seattle Mariners in an AL West division battle at home, and here's how to watch it.

Houston Astros left fielder LaMonte Wade Jr. (31) comes in to score during the tenth inning against the San Francisco Giants at Oracle Park. Mandatory Credit: Bob Kupbens-Imagn Images

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The Houston Astros have set their starting lineup for a must-win series finale against the San Francisco Giants.

Houston Astros third baseman Isaac Paredes (15) is congratulated by Houston Astros right fielder Cam Smith after the final out against the Boston Red Sox during the ninth inning at Daikin Park. Mandatory Credit: Erik Williams-Imagn Images

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It was a big decision for the Houston Astros to move on from Kyle Tucker, but the trade is aging well.

Houston Astros second baseman Jose Altuve (27) reacts to being called out during the sixth inning against the San Francisco Giants at Oracle Park. Mandatory Credit: Bob Kupbens-Imagn Images

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Houston Astros star Jose Altuve is now dealing with a foot injury and had to leave Tuesday's game in the first inning.

Houston Astros right fielder Cam Smith and shortstop Jeremy Peña celebrate after defeating beat the San Diego Padres at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: Denis Poroy-Imagn Images

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The Houston Astros came back from the brink of defeat against the San Francisco Giants in a memorable comeback.

St. Louis Cardinals designated hitter Nelson Velazquez (38) celebrates after a home run against the Atlanta Braves in the fourth inning at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

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The Houston Astros added another outfielder to the mix through waivers who could play a specific platoon role.

Houston Astros left fielder Taylor Trammell (26) and right fielder Cam Smith and center fielder Daulton Varsho jog off the field after the game against the Toronto Blue Jays at Daikin Park. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

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It seems like the Astros are looking towards free agency for a potential solution.

Houston Astros general manager Dana Brown speaks at a press conference at Daikin Park. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

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The Houston Astros turned heads at the past trade deadline for their shocking decisions, and Dana Brown explained.

A general view of a Houston Astros hat and glove in the dugout during the fifth inning against the Minnesota Twins at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-Imagn Images

The Houston Astros could use some more help even after the trade deadline, and a new prospect would be interesting to add.

Houston Astros shortstop Carlos Correa (1) breaks his bat on a line drive during the seventh inning against the Colorado Rockies at Daikin Park. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Houston Astros star Carlos Correa is working towards returning this season, and the first step in that hurdle has been cleared.

Houston Astros center fielder Daulton Varsho (18) runs to first base on an infield single during the first inning against the Toronto Blue Jays at Daikin Park. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

The Houston Astros traded for Daulton Varsho from Toronto to add to the outfield, and here's skipper Joe Espada's reaction to it.

Houston Astros right fielder Cam Smith (11) celebrates designated hitter Jeremy Pena (3) two run home run against the Texas Rangers in the fourth inning at Daikin Park. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images

The Houston Astros keep the Silver Boot yet again, and this three-game set demonstrated their overall dominance.