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Yordan Alvarez blistered a two-run single past Giants first baseman Casey Schmitt in the fifth inning Wednesday to drive in a pair of runs and bring some life to the Astros’ offense. Christian Walker followed with a chance to help Houston add on,
Christian Walker was signed to a three-year, $60 million contract this winter as the Houston Astros sought improved offensive production at first base. Houston did not see any return on its investment during the first homestand of 2025.
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The Crawfish Boxes on MSNAstros Crawfish Boil: April 3, 2025Astros optimistic early offensive struggles won’t linger. Astros not down after a series sweep by Giants. ‘It’s a long season’ (HC) Astros can
The Houston Astros knew there would be some struggles on the offensive side of things given the talent they lost this offseason, but no one could have predicted their performance would be this poor out of the gate.
HOUSTON — A lucky break brought up the Houston Astros’ heartbeat, a man whose early-season malaise is making it impossible for his club to establish any consistency. Blaming Yordan Alvarez alone for an entire lineup’s listlessness is unfair, but such is the burden he sometimes shoulders.
This sequence not only illustrated Siri’s potential to spark the team’s offense but also underscored a game where speed alone couldn't convert into scoring opportunities. While the Mets struggled to make contact,
The Houston Astros pitching staff has had a very hit-or-miss start to their season, allowing 15 runs through five games, but seven of which came in one matchup.
The New York Mets kicked off their season with high hopes, but their bats never quite woke up in a 3-1 loss to the Houston Astros on Thursday ... They gave the offense a shot to rally, but ...
The Astros and Giants play the middle game of their three-game series with newcomer Hayden Wesneski making his first start for Houston.
Rocco Baldelli discusses the Twins' 5-2 loss to the Astros, noting the offense's struggles against Hunter Brown, Byron Buxton's impact on basepaths, and more