When the Houston Astros acquired Isaac Paredes in a blockbuster trade package with the Chicago Cubs last December, it marked the first indication that Alex Bregman's time with the team was coming to an end.

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While waiting for word on Ronel Blanco's elbow, the Houston Astros' depleted rotation will have to adjust yet again, with all hands essentially on deck.

George Springer left the Houston Astros in 2021 as he became the first member of Houston's championship core to secure a nine-figure payday with a different franchise. Five years later, Houston still lacks a permanent answer at the position. Perhaps Jake Meyers can finally put an end to the team's unsettling carousel.

The Rays knew what they were up against Wednesday afternoon. Astros right-hander Hunter Brown has been one of the Majors’ most dominant starters this season, with six wins, an ERA lower than everyone but Max Fried and an arsenal full of devastating pitches.

After clearing waivers, former Houston Astros reliever Tayler Scott has opted to become a free agent instead of being assigned to the minor leagues.

The Houston Astros have had one go-to ace this season, and he has been outstanding aside from his most recent start.

Taj Bradley shook off a shaky start to the game, and his Rays’ mates supported him with a season high-matching four-homer performance as they hung on to beat the Astros for a second straight day, this time 8-4.