They still own a lead of more than five games in the East, though there was some movement elsewhere in a Thursday of action.

Framber Valdez struck out a season-high 11 over seven innings and Isaac Paredes hit two home runs to lead the Houston Astros ...

The Pittsburgh Pirates had to wait a few hours before they faced the Houston Astros at PNC Park, but suffered a swift defeat, 8-2. Pittsburgh beat ...

It turned out to be worth the wait for the Astros on Thursday night into Friday morning. And Jacob Melton wasn’t complaining ...

Framber Valdez struck out a season-high 11 over seven innings and Isaac Paredes hit two home runs to lead the Houston Astros ...

It turned out to be worth the wait for the Astros on Thursday night into Friday morning. Framber Valdez pitched seven strong ...

Pirates third. Jared Triolo doubles to deep left field. Isiah Kiner-Falefa grounds out to shortstop, Jeremy Pena to Christian Walker. Jared Triolo to third. Oneil Cruz grounds out to shallow ...

PITTSBURGH - After waiting out the rain, the Houston Astros won a series behind a surging starter. Framber Valdez spun seven ...

Melton went 2-for-4 with two RBI and a stolen base during Thursday's 8-2 win over the Pirates.

Emerging outfielders Roman Anthony, Jacob Melton, and others are making their case for MLB playing time and potential fantasy ...

Altuve is — and will remain — the Astros’ primary left fielder, even with a sudden surplus of more natural, athletic ...

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