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July 24, 2010; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Astros starting pitcher Roy Oswalt (44) throws a pitch against the Cincinnati Reds in the first inning at Minute Maid Park. The Reds defeated the Astros 7-0.

For a franchise with star power throughout their history, who are the pitchers that stand above the rest?

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For a franchise with star power throughout their history, who are the pitchers that stand above the rest?

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Sep 6, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Boston Red Sox pitcher Lucas Giolito (54) celebrates after Boston Red Sox outfielder Ceddanne Rafaela (3) robs a home run during the fifth inning against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field.

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The Houston Astros are going to be in the market for a starting pitcher this winter, and Lucas Giolito may be a good option for them without breaking the bank.

Sep 16, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros relief pitcher Bryan Abreu (52) reacts after the final out during the ninth inning against the Texas Rangers at Daikin Park.

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The Houston Astros have quite an impressive bullpen group, and Fangraphs believes two in particular will end up being an amazing one-two punch.

Apr 21, 2023; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; A detailed view of a Houston Astros hat and glove in the dugout against the Atlanta Braves in the fifth inning at Truist Park.

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Could this early prediction come to fruition?

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One MLB writer's rankings for a free agency destination for the Houston Astros is good news.

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A huge contract is expected for Houston's left-handed ace, Framber Valdez, this winter.

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One MLB writer predicted that Houston Astors left-hander Framber Valdez will sign with the San Francisco Giants this offseason.

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The Houston Astros could look to shake some things up this winter.

Mar 29, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros general manager Dana Brown talks on the field before the game against the New York Mets at Daikin Park.

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The Houston Astros missed the playoffs in 2025 for the first time since 2016. The front office bears a lot of the responsibility for the disappointment.

Sep 28, 2025; Anaheim, California, USA; Houston Astros designated hitter Jesus Sanchez (4) looks on after being picked off at first during the fifth inning against the Los Angeles Angels at Angel Stadium.

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The Houston Astros exited the 2025 season prior to the postseason, and with the injuries they sustained, the offense became very volatile late in the year.

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The Houston Astros added Nate Pearson to the mix.

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The Houston Astros have a problem in the infield, and a lot of that is due to second base.

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The Houston Astros could take a huge swing to fix their outfield.

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The current mindset of the Houston Astros could hurt them long-term.

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The questions were put to bed for 2026, but then what?

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The Houston Astros have many players set to hit free agency this year, and one ranks as the best available starting pitcher on the market.

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There will be plenty of suitors for Astros ace should he hit the free agent market this winter.

Aug 20, 2022; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; A detailed view of the hat and glove of Houston Astros right fielder Kyle Tucker (not pictured) against the Atlanta Braves in the eleventh inning at Truist Park.

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The Houston Astros may wind up being boxed in this winter after a brutal deal from last year.

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Here's how the Houston Astros rotation could look in 2026 following the loss of Luis Garcia.

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Could Framber Valdez leave the Astros this winter for another contender?

Sep 15, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros pitcher Bryan Abreu (52) celebrates with Houston Astros catcher Yainer Diaz (21, left) after the final out against the Texas Rangers during the ninth inning at Daikin Park.

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Now to take a look at the Astros bullpen in the season that was 2025.

Sep 28, 2025; Anaheim, California, USA; Houston Astros starting pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. (43) delivers during the first inning against the Los Angeles Angels at Angel Stadium. Mandatory Credit: William Liang-Imagn Images

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What led up to the Houston Astros' frustrating season outcome?

Oct 30, 2019; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Astros manager AJ Hinch before game seven of the 2019 World Series against the Washington Nationals at Minute Maid Park.

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With much uncertainty regarding who will be leading the Houston Astros in the front office and the dugout, an MLB Insider speculates a reunion may be possible.

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A Houston Astros star deserves his spot on the MLB Postseason All-Quarter Century Team despite some controversy.

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The Houston Astros are facing a new reality in this Golden Era of the franchise.