Joshua Jordan

1 week ago | houston.sportsmap.com | Joshua Jordan

Who can the Astros turn to? Composite Getty Image. In Houston, the winning standard has been set so high that anything short of World Series contention now feels like failure. And yet, the 2025 Astros find themselves at an unfamiliar crossroads—caught between the fading brilliance of past stars and the uncertain promise of what comes next. Jose Altuve is at the center of this issue. His early struggles (-0.5 WAR) may indicate more than just a temporary slump.

2 weeks ago | houston.sportsmap.com | Joshua Jordan

Jeremy Pena and Isaac Paredes have been the Astros' best hitters. Composite Getty Image. It’s May 1, and the Astros are turning heads—but not for the reasons anyone expected. Their resurgence, driven not by stars like Yordan Alvarez or Christian Walker, but by a cast of less-heralded names, is writing a strange and telling early-season story. Christian Walker, brought in to add middle-of-the-order thump, has yet to resemble the feared hitter he was in Arizona.

1 month ago | houston.sportsmap.com | Joshua Jordan

There's plenty of blame to go around. Composite Getty Image. Let’s be clear: the Astros didn’t lose their series to the Mariners just because the bullpen melted down late. They lost because the offense put them in that vulnerable position to begin with — and the decisions from the dugout didn’t help. Houston’s bats were a no-show in Game 2 despite the win in extra innings, and it was a massive reason why their bullpen was stretched thin in the series finale. Game 3 starter, Luis F.

1 month ago | houston.sportsmap.com | Joshua Jordan

The Astros host the Giants Monday night. Composite Getty Image. Coming off the opening series win over the Mets, there's a lot for the Astros to be excited about. The starting pitching led the way in all three games, and Houston's high-leverage relievers delivered when it mattered most. Bryan Abreu and Josh Hader closed the door on the Mets in games 1 and 3. Bryan King has also looked impressive, and it appears he'll be counted on in the seventh inning to hand the lead to Abreu and then Hader.

2 months ago | houston.sportsmap.com | Joshua Jordan

The future is bright! Composite Getty Image. Now that spring training is officially underway, we're able to make some observations about how the Astros 2025 roster is taking shape. Houston's starting rotation is basically set, but we got to see Hayden Wesneski make his first start in an Astro uniform. Wesneski pitched two innings against the Mets on Tuesday, allowing one run with three strikeouts. He's working on a curveball that's a new pitch for his repertoire, and he saw some success with it.