The 2025 offseason was one of the biggest shakeups for the Houston Astros in recent memory.

The buzz was real at Constellation Field on Tuesday, March 4, as the Sugar Land Space Cowboys held their auditions for singers to perform the National Anthem at home games this season. Aspiring stars lined up, ready to show off their vocal cords and grab their moment in the spotlight to raise their ya ya ya.

The Houston Astros have agreed to a one-year deal with infielder Brendan Rodgers, pending a physical, three sources tell KPRC 2 Sports. It’s a minor league deal with an invite to spring training, per source.

A source told The Athletic that Bregman’s contract with the Red Sox is for three years and $120 million.

The Houston Astros have begun the rebrand of their ballpark.

Ahead of the start of the 2025 NCAA baseball season, college baseball coaches were high on the Texas A&M Aggies’ chances to bring home their first championship in program history.

Rice Owls head coach Jose Cruz, Jr. has used his connections in Puerto Rico to recruit and change the dynamic of the Owls all three seasons he’s been the head coach. Now, Cruz, Jr. and the Owls will travel to the Commonwealth not just for recruiting purposes, but for games.

The Harlem Globetrotters, known for their dazzling basketball skills and community outreach, are set to entertain fans in Houston on February 8. The team, which has been thrilling audiences for nearly a century, continues to inspire with their unique blend of athleticism and showmanship.

Alex Bregman is one of the greatest players on the field and in the clubhouse of the Houston Astros’ golden era, but he is also expensive.

The Houston Astros have traded relief pitcher Ryan Pressly to the Chicago Cubs, ending his prolific run as one of Houston’s top bullpen arms.

The Houston Astros made a caravan stop in College Station, bringing General Manager Dana Brown, Manager Joe Espada and four Astros players to speak with sports management students at Texas A&M.

The Houston Astros and Alex Bregman are interested in a reunion, a league source tells KPRC 2 Sports.

The Houston Astros have agreed to a salary with starting pitcher Framber Valdez, locking up the lefty for 2025 and avoiding arbitration.

The Houston Astros settled with right-handed starting pitcher Luis Garcia for a $1.875 million salary for 2025, a league source tells KPRC 2 Sports.

The Houston Astros traded utility infielder Grae Kessinger to the Arizona Diamondbacks for pitching prospect Matthew Linskey, two sources confirm to KPRC 2 Sports.

Justin Verlander’s second stint in Houston has reportedly come to an end.

The Detroit Tigers, Boston Red Sox and Toronto Blue Jays have emerged as three suitors with a “very, very real” possibility of landing Gold Glove third baseman Alex Bregman, a league source told KPRC 2.

The Astros have stated for months their priority is to re-sign Alex Bregman. They have an offer on the table, but a handful of teams have now entered the Bregman race with Juan Soto off the board.

Astros’ General Manager Dana Brown spoke for more than 40 minutes Tuesday in San Antonio, at MLB General Manager Meetings.

Houston Astros General Manager Dana Brown announced the team has extended a qualifying offer to Alex Bregman.

Astros franchise cornerstone third baseman Alex Bregman is now officially a free agent.

Hunter Brown came up through the Astros system as one of the team’s most highly touted pitching prospects. Since then, Brown has pitched to a 2.51 ERA and has been among the best pitchers in all of baseball.

The Houston Astros will face the Detroit Tigers in the AL Wild Card series this week.

The team has now secured a spot in the playoffs.

Kyle Tucker was instantly inserted into the lineup, batting 4th, but will not play the field. The Astros star right fielder has been out since June 3 after fouling a ball off his shin.

Former Rice University baseball coach Wayne Graham passed away Tuesday. He was 88 years old.

The Astros are signing right-handed reliever Hector Neris, a league source tells KPRC 2. Neris opted out of his deal with Houston this offseason, before signing a 2-year, $17 million contract with the Chicago Cubs. The Astros will pay Neris a prorated league minimum for the rest of the season, which will relieve the Cubs of a small portion of the $9 million they owe him for 2024.

Whitcomb is known for his power bat, hitting a minor league-leading 35 home runs across two levels in 2023. Whitcomb has 25 home runs in Triple-A in 2024, with an improved strikeout rate and OPS.

The team made a valiant comeback effort, but won't be headed to the Little League World Series

Wednesday afternoon, the Houston Astros announced that right-handed reliever Rafael Montero had been designated for assignment.

When a young athlete needs Tommy John surgery, the player isn’t the only impacted party; it’s a significant challenge for parents as well.

Just about every year, a local little league Houston team comes within reach of a trip to Williamsport.

When Astros pitchers Cristian Javier and José Urquidy went down last month with Tommy John surgery, there were questions about whether or not that specific injury is on the rise.

The Astros have acquired left-handed starter Yusei Kikuchi, sending right-handed pitcher Jake Bloss, outfielder Joey Loperfido and infielder Will Wagner to the Toronto Blue Jays, multiple sources with knowledge of the deal told KPRC 2 Sports.

Two members of the Houston Astros, Jose Altuve and Yordan Alvarez, have been named as starters for the 2024 MLB All-Star Game.

The Houston Astros are recalling infielder Grae Kessinger to the major league roster, a league source told KPRC 2 Sports

On Monday, the Aggies came within one run of their first College World Series title. On Tuesday, A&M Head Coach Jim Schlossnagle did the unthinkable.

After news broke yesterday that then-Texas A&M head baseball coach Jim Schlossnagle had accepted an offer to become the head coach at the University of Texas, the parties wasted no time in making it official.

Less than a day after falling just short in the College World Series Final against Tennessee, Texas A&M head baseball coach Jim Schlossnagle has accepted the job at the University of Texas, sources say.

After Texas A&M fell just short in the College World Series Final, a question about a rival team’s job opening led to a passionate answer from A&M Baseball Head Coach Jim Schlossnagle.

Justin Lamkin gave Texas A&M a second straight sensational start, Caden Sorrell homered to break open the game and the Aggies beat Florida 6-0 to reach their first College World Series finals.

The Houston Astros are going to recall outfielder Joey Loperfido ahead of Friday’s game against the Baltimore Orioles. Loperfido becomes eligible for a recall Friday after spending ten days in Triple-A, after being optioned.

Ahead of Houston Christian’s game against Incarnate Word on May 16, then-head baseball coach Lance Berkman found time to give a young fan a lifetime memory.

The Houston Astros are expected to activate catcher Cesar Salazar Tuesday, three sources with knowledge of the situation tell KPRC 2, as starting catcher Yainer Diaz deals with swelling in his right index finger.

The Tomball Cougars have capped off their season in dominant fashion, taking down the Pearland Oilers to claim the 6A State Baseball Championship.

The Texas A&M baseball team went into the Regional tournament with lofty expectations, entering the weekend as the No. 3 ranked team in the field of 64. It’s safe to say the Aggies delivered on expectations, as they were the only team in Texas to punch a ticket to the Super Regional tournament.

Astros right-handed starting pitcher Cristian Javier will undergo Tommy John Surgery, a league source confirmed to KPRC 2 Sports. Javier will undergo the surgery Thursday.

What happened in Virginia on Saturday might have given birth to a new experience for baseball fans.

Young athletes are at-risk for overuse injuries, especially if they're playing year-round. KPRC 2 Health Reporter Haley Hernandez explains why it's important for them to take a break this summer and change up their sports routine.

Jose Urquidy is expected to miss the rest of the 2024 season, and is expected to require surgery on his right arm, three sources with knowledge of the situation tell KPRC 2 Sports.

Head coach Doug Rush has the pitching machine set up just feet away from home plate. His players, who have not seen much failure in 2024, initially have some trouble adjusting to the perceived velocity.

Fans of the Lone Star Showdown will be in for a treat this weekend, as heated rivals Texas A&M and Texas have been paired in the same regional of the NCAA College Baseball Championship.

Every year, plenty of Houston-area teams battle for UIL State Titles, and regularly have success.

The Houston Astros have optioned outfielder Joey Loperfido to Triple-A Sugar Land, a league source told KPRC 2.

“This is a great opportunity to play baseball in the summer. We always like to say we try to give kids at bat,” academy director Wade Daryl said.

Kristofak, who grew up outside of Atlanta, made it to the majors more than 11 years after his mother, Donna, was killed by his father, John.

The Houston Astros are making a roster change as they attempt to climb out of an early-season slump.

The Astros are 7-19. They are 1-8 in their last three series’ and have gotten swept in two of the three. 7-19 is the team’s worst start since 1969.

It took over three decades, but the Aldine Mustangs were finally able to reach their district mountaintop and take home a title.

Nearly eight years after being drafted, pitcher Forrest Whitley will likely finally have the chance to make his MLB debut, as he has been called up by the Houston Astros, the team announced.

Check out the latest controversy in youth baseball! The ban on the popular Hype Fire bat has sparked a heated debate among parents and players. Find out why only certain models were banned and share your thoughts below. #YouthBaseball #HypeFireBan #BaseballControversy

With Wednesday night’s 8-0 shutout victory over Toronto, the Houston Astros picked up their first series win of the 2024 campaign. After starting the year 0-4, they now sit at 2-5. That record is far from glamorous, but they’ll be hoping to make it prettier this weekend with a four-game series against the Texas Rangers in Arlington.

After starting the year 0-4, the Houston Astros notched their first win Monday night in dominant fashion, beating Toronto 10-0. With two more games lined up against the Blue Jays, the Astros are looking to correct course ahead of a trip to Arlington. Can they do it, or was last night just a flash in the pan?

Hey guys, it’s Ari Alexander with your Astros newsletter.

Losing in choking fashion is always a tough scene, but there’s still plenty of time to salvage this opening series. The ‘Stros still have three more games against the Yanks today, tomorrow and Easter Sunday.

We got to check in with legendary Killer B, Craig Biggio, ahead of the Houston Astros opening day.

No ticket to the Astros game, no problem! Texas Leaguers Brewing has a great patio and plenty of tv's to make it a great spot to watch.

The 2024 Houston Astros season is officially underway at Minute Maid Park!

After finishing Spring Training, the Houston Astros will take the field for the first time on April 28 for the first leg of a four-game series against the New York Yankees.

Left-handed reliver Parker Mushinski has made the Astros opening day roster, a league source tells KPRC 2.

After finishing Spring Training, the Houston Astros will take the field for the first time on April 28 for the first leg of a four-game series against the New York Yankees.

Hey guys it’s Ari Alexander with the Astros newsletter. One week. One week away from Opening Day! We’re so close! The good news for Astros fans is there isn’t much to be decided with the roster.

Klein Oak baseball star Matt Scott is the KPRC 2 and UTMB Health Athlete of the week for March 14.

Most have seen The Savannah Bananas on social media through their viral clips. Baseball players, coaches, and even umpires dancing and having a good time putting a different twist on America’s favorite past time.

“World Famous Baseball Circus” comes to Minute Maid Park March 9

The Houston Astros held their first full squad workout Monday in West Palm Beach, where new manager Joe Espada sent a message in a team meeting - this is a World Series contender. While Espada declined to go into the specifics of his speech, players intimated Espada laid out how much talent and experience this club has.

Follow along the journey of KPRC 2 sports anchor Randy McIlvoy as provides updates on the Houston Astros Spring Training in West Palm Beach, Florida.

Here are the pros and cons of the Astros locking up Bregman the same way Altuve was.

After 19 years in professional baseball and 15 years in the major leagues, Michael Brantley hung up his cleats this offseason, ending a career that saw him get a World Series ring, 5 All-star selections and a Silver Slugger.

The Houston Astros are in agreement with left-handed closer Josh Hader on a 5-year, $95 million deal, a league source confirmed to KPRC 2.

The Houston Astros announced Thursday they claimed right-handed pitcher Declan Cronin off waivers, from the Chicago White Sox. The Astros designated right-handed pitcher Joel Kuhnel for assignment as the corresponding move, to clear a roster spot for Cronin.

How well do you remember what happened in the sports world in 2023?

Ohtani has decided to defer $680 million of the contract until after his playing days are over, meaning he’ll take in roughly $2 million of salary each year for the duration of the contract that will run through 2033.

Houston Astros’ manager and baseball legend Dusty Baker officially announced his retirement on Thursday, and fans are looking back at his history.

The Houston Astros fell to the Texas Rangers on Monday night, ending their run at the American League Championship Series in a heartbreaking Game 7.

What direction will the team go with free agency and what is Dusty Baker's future?

The economic impact of this year’s American League Championship Series is bringing in a whole lot of money to the Houston area.

The Houston Astros lost Sunday night to the Texas Rangers, 9-2, forcing a Game 7 of the American League Championship Series.

Baseball’s League Championship Series are producing solid ratings after seeing declines during the first two rounds.

It’s not the start they wanted with the Astros dropping the first two games of the ALCS at Home. They’ve stunk it up at MMP and no excuses all season and are already in the playoffs where they are 1-3.

Tessa met up with the local artist paying homage to Altuve in a way that will literally make his head big. Jose Olvera takes us through his labor of love creations perfect for Halloween, Dia De Los Muertos, and October baseball.

The Astros will begin their AL Championship Series against the Texas Rangers on Sunday after defeating the Minnesota Twins in Game 4 of their division series on Wednesday night.

Long time Astros fans know the team prefers that the retractable roof of Minute Maid Park remains shut. Players have been quoted as saying it’s part of their home field advantage. A closed ballpark is louder.

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The Houston Astros clinched their third straight American League West Title, after a 8-1 win over the Arizona Diamondbacks Sunday.

Instead of a dog, the man tried to bring in an alligator that he said has been his emotional support animal.

Two people were arrested Thursday in connection with a shooting outside an Albuquerque baseball stadium that killed an 11-year-old boy and prompted the New Mexico governor to issue a controversial gun ban.

Houston Life’s Derrick Shore and Tessa Barrera chat with José Altuve about his life on and off the baseball field. Plus, he’s hosting the 2 HOOTS Tea-Ball Classic at Constellation Field on Thursday, Sept. 14.

The Houston Astros have placed reliever Ryne Stanek on the 15-day injured list due to a knee sprain he sustained during Monday night’s game against the Texas Rangers.

Tiny but mighty! The Needville Little League is catching all the love! On Wednesday, they played a team from Seattle, Washington.