Michael Shapiro is a sports reporter for Chron, covering the Astros, Rockets, Texans and every team in town. Michael is a ...

The “Moneyball” era changed how teams play, coach and are built. But the quest for efficiency is increasingly being blamed ...

After experimenting with Jose Altuve in left field at spring training, the Houston Astros are flipping the switch.

The Houston Astros are planning to play erstwhile second baseman Jose Altuve mostly in left field this season.

Jose Altuve is expected to play mostly in left field this season even though the Astros didn't acquire a clear replacement at ...

Anthony Santander went 2-for-3 with a double, two runs and three RBIs as the visiting Toronto Blue Jays rolled to a 13-3 win ...

The Houston Astros had a shocking offseason for many reasons. The first that garnered attention was trading away Kyle Tucker, ...

Brendan Rodgers believes leaving what is widely considered a hitters' paradise may actually be the key to unlocking his ...

Astros closer Josh Hader is putting more of a focus on his changeup this spring. Some of his best seasons included ...

Jacob Melton, bothered by a sore back this spring, is sent to minor-league camp but he could come back for some Grapefruit ...

Pete Rose used to set up shop during Hall of Fame induction week in Cooperstown, New York, a nonperson hawking his ...

Houston Astros second baseman Jose Altuve had been mentioned as a candidate to play left field in 2025. That position change ...