Robot umpires coming to MLB in 2026 under new challenge system

Major League Baseball will introduce robot umpires in 2026 after its competition committee approved the Automated Ball-Strike System.

Davey Johnson, 1986 Mets World Series manager, dies at 82

Johnson won two World Series as a player with the Baltimore Orioles, and managed the New York Mets to the championship in 1986.

Astros' Framber Valdez hits César Salazar with pitch, apologizes: "Everything's good between us"

Houston Astros starter Framber Valdez said he apologized to catcher César Salazar after hitting him in the chest with a pitch Tuesday night, but he insisted that he didn’t hit his teammate on purpose.

Houston Astros slugger Yordan Alvarez returns to the lineup

Houston Astros slugger Yordan Alvarez is officially back in the lineup after a three-month absence due to a fractured hand.

FULL VIDEO: Houston Astros' Carlos Correa holds news conference following trade
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Carlos Correa is back in Houston following a blockbuster trade just before the MLB trade deadline. On Monday, he spoke with reporters on his return to the Astros.

Jen Pawol will become 1st MLB female umpire this weekend

Jen Pawol is serving as an umpire for games between the Miami Marlins and the Atlanta Braves this weekend.

Carlos Correa returns to Houston Astros via trade: reports

The Houston Astros have reacquired star shortstop Carlos Correa from the Minnesota Twins, bringing him back to the team where he was crucial in their first World Series win. Correa is expected to bolster the lineup as the Astros aim for a strong season finish and championship goals. Despite injuries, the team holds the third-best record in the American League and hopes Correa can fill key gaps.

Ex-MLB pitcher convicted in Lake Tahoe ambush attack

Former Major League Baseball player Daniel Serafini, who grew up in the Bay Area, was convicted of murdering his father-in-law and attempting to kill his mother-in-law in a 2021 ambush attack in Lake Tahoe.

Former Astros player trains young baseball players
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Former Houston Astros player Brian Tyler White is helping to train the next generation as they get ready for college, the draft, and everything that comes with life as a ball player.

MLB Home Run Derby 2025: Young fans steal the show at Truist Park

Young fans at Truist Park shared their enthusiasm and opinions on baseball, with spirited support for players like Matt Olson and Kyle Schwarber.

Astros pledge $1 Million to Central Texas flood relief efforts

The Houston Astros organization is committing $1 million to Central Texas flood relief efforts and launching a fan initiative to support long-term recovery after devastating Fourth of July weekend flooding.

Houston Astros grant young fan's wish
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Wednesday was a special day for one Astros fan. The family flew into Houston to catch a game but also meet their favorite player. FOX 26's Jonathan Mejia was inside Daikin Park and has the exclusive story.

Central American family's dream comes true at Astros game; meet Mauricio Dubon

A family from Central America traveled to Houston for a special day at an Astros game, where their 10-year-old son met his favorite player, Mauricio Dubón.

Lance McCullers death threats made by man who was intoxicated, upset over losing bet: HPD

A man who made death threats directed at Houston Astros pitcher Lance McCullers admitted to investigators that he was drunk and upset that he had lost money betting on the team when he lashed out online.

Astros' Yordan Alvarez does batting practice amid injury recovery
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As Alvarez recovers from his injury, FOX 26's Will Kunkel has things to say about death threats against Lance McCullers and the Houston Texans.

Astros' Top Players Altuve, Walker, and Alvarez Face Early Season Struggles

As the MLB season progresses into May, the Houston Astros are facing unexpected challenges with their top players. Jose Altuve, Christian Walker, and Yordan Alvarez, usually the team's standout performers, are experiencing a slump.