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Tampa Bay Rays starting pitcher Nick Martinez (28). Mandatory Credit: David Dermer-Imagn Images

Nick Martinez could be an interesting alternative to provide stability and depth to the pitching staff.

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Nick Martinez could be an interesting alternative to provide stability and depth to the pitching staff.

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Atlanta Braves outfielder Mauricio Dubon (14). Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY

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Mauricio Dubon’s versatility could help the Astros address several defensive weaknesses, especially in left field.

Chicago Cubs left fielder Tyrone Taylor (55). Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images

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The search for defensive versatility in the free-agent market should be one of Houston's priorities as it looks to add more depth.

Seattle Mariners designated hitter Taylor Ward (27). Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images

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Taylor Ward went from 36 home runs in 2025 to just seven this year, but he could be an affordable option for Houston.

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The Houston Astros got a hint at what they could be looking at for the next contract for shortstop Jeremy Peña.

Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Freddy Peralta (51). Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images

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Freddy Peralta has regained his dominance with the Rays and could be the rotation boost the Astros need.

Houston Astros pitcher Tatsuya Imai (45). Mandatory Credit: Erik Williams-Imagn Images

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Houston’s next general manager must address the rotation’s historic collapse and its problems with durability, dominance, and run prevention.

Houston Astros owner Jim Crane. Mandatory Credit: Erik Williams-Imagn Images

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Milwaukee and Tampa Bay are showing that competing doesn’t always require spending more money.

Houston Astros third baseman Isaac Paredes (15). Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images

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The cost for Houston could be high, but absorbing it would allow the team to improve its infield without losing key players, an alternative that would make more sense in the near future.

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The Houston Astros made a deal at the trade deadline that, in quick review, is looking hard to justify.

Houston Astros outfielder Cam Smith Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

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Houston Astros outfielder Cam Smith is tabbed as a future building block.

Houston Astros shortstop Jeremy Pena Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

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The Houston Astros got a substantial return for Kyle Tucker. Now, they face a difficult decision with Jeremy Pena.

Houston Astros starting pitcher Ethan Pecko (70). Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images

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His pitch mix raises questions about his future as a starter, while his results out of the bullpen offer Houston another option to consider.

Houston Astros shortstop Nick Allen (20)Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images

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Astros and Braves came together to exchange versatile gloves last offseason.

Houston Astros owner Jim Crane Credit: Erik Williams-Imagn Images

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The Houston Astros have a lot of decisions to make in the offseason and they might start at the top.

Houston Astros second baseman Jose Altuve (27). Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

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Altuve’s 2026 decline forces Houston to evaluate how much he can continue contributing as a second baseman.

Houston Astros manager Joe Espada Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

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Houston Astros right-handed Mike Burrows was named the biggest disappointment in 2026.

Houston Astros second baseman Jose Altuve (27). Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

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Houston needs production beyond Yordan Alvarez and must capitalize on its opportunities with runners in scoring position.

Houston Astros manager Joe Espada. Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images

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The Houston Astros came up short in Game 1 because of one decision.

Houston Astros pitcher Josh Hader (71) Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images

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Hader walked four in 1.1 innings of a blown save outing.

Houston Astros catcher Yainer Diaz (21). Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

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Houston enters the decisive stretch with insufficient production from the sixth through ninth spots and too much reliance on a few hitters.

Houston Astros third baseman Isaac Paredes (15) and shortstop Nick Allen (20) Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images

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The Astros face a below-average strength of schedule remaining.

Houston Astros center fielder Jake Meyers Credit: Denis Poroy-Imagn Images

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Jake Meyers opened the season as the Houston Astros center fielder, he’s closing it with another trip to Triple-A.

Houston Astros pitcher Josh Hader (71). Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

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The 250 saves are only the starting point: the quality of his results and the pace at which he has reached this mark place Hader among the most dominant relievers of his generation.

Houston Astros pitcher Hayden Wesneski (39). Mandatory Credit: Michael McLoone-Imagn Images

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His last two starts have been dominant, but his ability to get through the lineup a second time may be even more important for a rotation that needs stability.