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Deadspin | Astros turn to reliable Peter Lambert in game vs. Padres Deadspin | Astros turn to reliable Peter Lambert in game vs. Padres

4 DAYS AGO • DEADSPIN.COM

Josh Hader - Converts 16th save Hader struck out one in a perfect ninth inning to earn the save in Friday's 6-3 win over the Padres.

Impact Hader was tasked with protecting a three-run advantage and needed little trouble to lock down Houston's victory. The left-hander retired all three batters he faced while recording one strikeout, needing just eight pitches to finish the job. Hader is now a perfect 16-for-16 in save opportunities this season and owns a sparkling 1.08 ERA with an 0.80 WHIP and 36 strikeouts in just 25 frames across 27 appearances. The veteran not only remains firmly entrenched as Houston's closer, but he also ranks among the most reliable fantasy options at the position.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Bryan Abreu - Earns fourth win Friday Abreu (4-3) walked one and struck out two over 1.1 scoreless innings to earn the win in Friday's 6-3 victory over the Padres.

Impact Abreu entered with two outs in the seventh and Houston holding a 5-3 advantage, and he recorded four outs without allowing a hit. The right-hander worked around a walk and struck out two before handing things over to Josh Hader for the ninth. Despite a 4.29 ERA, Abreu remains one of Houston's primary high-leverage options ahead of Hader, and he's been on a roll of late. This was his 11th straight scoreless outing, a stretch in which he's posted a 0.64 WHIP and a 15:4 K:BB across 11 innings.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Ronel Blanco - Can't complete five innings Blanco allowed three runs on four hits and three walks while striking out one over 4.2 innings Friday against the Padres. He did not factor into the decision.

Impact Blanco was handed a 3-0 lead by the third inning but couldn't make it through five frames. The right-hander allowed two runs, including an RBI triple to Jackson Merrill, in the fourth before Fernando Tatis Jr. took him deep in the fifth. Blanco was pulled after issuing a two-out walk later in the frame, leaving him one out shy of qualifying for the win. He's now failed to complete five innings in three of his four starts this season, and his ERA sits at an ugly 6.98 while posting a 17:11 K:BB. Blanco is scheduled to make his next start on the road against the Giants.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Historic Season Thrusts Yordan Alvarez Into Company with Baseball Legends It's no secret that Yordan Alvarez has been a nightmare opponent for any pitcher this season.

4 DAYS AGO • SI.COM

Deadspin | Cam Smith's 2 home runs push Astros past Padres Deadspin | Cam Smith's 2 home runs push Astros past Padres

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Deadspin | Cam Smith's two homer get Astros past Padres Deadspin | Cam Smith's two homer get Astros past Padres

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Astros visit the Padres on 4-game road win streak

The Houston Astros visit the San Diego Padres trying to extend a four-game road winning streak

4 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Smith powers Astros to win with 3-hit game, including 2 homers SAN DIEGO -- The AL West-leading Houston Astros opened their series at Petco Park on Friday seeking to set a tone against the Padres in a 6-...

4 DAYS AGO • MLB.COM

Key takeaways: Astros 6, Padres 3 SAN DIEGO -- For the second time in three days, the Padres got an underwhelming performance from a newly acquired starting pitcher. Robbie R...

4 DAYS AGO • MLB.COM

Cam Smith homers twice as Astros beat newcomer Robbie Ray, Padres 6-3

Cam Smith homered twice and the AL West-leading Houston Astros spoiled Robbie Ray’s San Diego debut by beating the Padres 6-3 for their eighth win in 10 games

4 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Jake Meyers - Brought up from Triple-A The Astros recalled Meyers from Triple-A Sugar Land on Friday, Chandler Rome of The Athletic reports.

Impact The move comes after Zach Dezenzo was optioned to Triple-A on Thursday. Meyers has been in the minors since early July, where he is slashing .243/.325/.351 with one steal, two home runs and eight RBI over 83 plate appearances. His addition gives the Astros some depth in the outfield, and he could be in the lineup against southpaws while forming a platoon in center field with the lefty-hitting Daulton Varsho.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Jose Altuve's Hot Streak Could Be Exactly What the Astros Needed Houston Astros second baseman Jose Altuve appears to have made a turnaround in his season with a hot stretch over his last four games. Altuv...

4 DAYS AGO • SI.COM

Blue Jays' loss to Cubs mirrors their trip to Wrigley Field in 2017 The Toronto Blue Jays are teetering on the edge of waiving the white flag. Although they sold off expiring contracts ahead of Monday’s trade...

4 DAYS AGO • BLUEJAYSNATION.COM

Rangers Top Three Matchups as Lineup Set for Orioles Series Opener The Texas Rangers could use another series victory as they attempt to gain more momentum and make up ground on the Houston Astros and the Am...

4 DAYS AGO • SI.COM

Astros playoff odds according to ESPN have more than doubled in last month | Sporting News The Astros are trending in the right direction for a postseason spot this year.

4 DAYS AGO • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Astros vs. Padres Prediction, Odds, Probable Pitchers, Prop Bets for Friday, Aug. 7 Robbie Ray is set to make his San Diego Padres debut in the opening game of a weekend set against the Houston Astros. San Diego split a four...

4 DAYS AGO • SI.COM

Houston Astros at San Diego Padres odds, picks and predictions The Houston Astros and the San Diego Padres open a 3-game interleague series Friday in San Diego, California. First pitch is set for 9:40 p....

4 DAYS AGO • NEWS-JOURNALONLINE.COM

2 Astros Prospects Who Can Reach Majors After Trade Deadline The Houston Astros' farm system has generally not had the best perception over the years. However, they still keep producing new talent. The...

4 DAYS AGO • SI.COM

Deadspin | Robbie Ray to make debut for Padres against Astros Deadspin | Robbie Ray to make debut for Padres against Astros

5 DAYS AGO • DEADSPIN.COM

Longtime Astros scout adds 1st-round Draft pick to stellar résumé This story was excerpted from Brian McTaggart’s Astros Beat newsletter. To read the full newsletter, click here. And subscribe to get it reg...

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2026 MLB Odds: Will Yordan Alvarez Win The Triple Crown?

Houston's superstar has a chance to make history at the plate. Will he do it? See the odds.

5 DAYS AGO • FOX SPORTS

2026 MLB Odds: Will Yordan Alvarez Win The Triple Crown?

Astros Probable Pitching Matchups Against Padres Highlight Hole in Roster Going into the trade deadline, the Houston Astros had a pair of glaring demands: a solid and consistent outfielder as well as another starti...

5 DAYS AGO • SI.COM

Padres host the Astros, aim to continue home win streak

The San Diego Padres host the Houston Astros looking to extend a three-game home winning streak

5 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Yordan, meet the Mick? Alvarez gunning for feat not seen in 70 years Yordan Alvarez is having a season for the ages in 2026. The slugging Astros lefty is running a ridiculous .329/.442/.640 slash line with 35...

5 DAYS AGO • MLB.COM

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2026 MLB Odds: Will Yordan Alvarez Win The Triple Crown?

Padres host the Astros, aim to continue home win streak