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The Astros activated Hunter Brown from the 60-day IL and Yainer Diaz from the 10-day IL, optioned Collin Price to Triple-A Sugar Land, and designated Jayden Murray for assignment. Brown returns to anchor Houston’s rotation after a shoulder strain and rehab, Diaz adds balance behind the plate after an oblique strain, and Murray now faces waivers with up to five days to trade.
The Houston Astros designated catcher César Salazar and outfielder Rhylan Thomas for assignment as they sign first baseman/outfielder LaMonte Wade Jr., select catcher Collin Price to the major league roster, and reinstate outfielder Joey Loperfido (optioning Zach Cole). Salazar and Thomas are expected to pass through waivers, Price has MLB and minor league options and could see more playing time if Yainer Diaz returns from the IL.
The Houston Astros are signing veteran LaMonte Wade Jr. to a major-league contract with a $1 million base salary after he opted out of a White Sox minor-league deal. Wade, 32, has MLB experience as a left-handed hitter who can play first base and left field, providing a potential left-field and bench option as the Astros navigate a full 40-man roster. He previously starred for the Giants (2021–24) and enjoyed a productive spring and solid minor-league numbers with Charlotte (AAA) this year, including a .250/.420/.441 line with seven homers in 201 plate appearances and an elite walk rate, although his big-league output waned in 2025. The deal would add depth while the Astros determine a corresponding roster move to finalize it, with Wade expected to contribute as a left-handed complementary bat against right-handed pitching.
The Houston Astros activated closer Josh Hader from the 60-day injured list, with Correa moved to the 60-day IL to open a 40-man spot, and Braden Shewmake placed on the 10-day IL while Zach Cole was recalled and Logan VanWey optioned. Hader’s return should bolster a bullpen that has struggled this season as Houston pushes toward the trade deadline, though he’s still building back after a long layoff and lingering velocity considerations.
Trailing 4-1, Milwaukee mounted a comeback with Hamilton and Chourio homers, received six scoreless innings from the bullpen, and used timely baserunning by Yelich to force extra innings, then beat Houston 5-4 in the 10th as Trevor Megill closed it out.
The Astros combined to no-hit the Rangers behind Tatsuya Imai and two relievers, marking MLB’s first no-hitter since 2024; Colton Cowser provided late-inning excitement with a walk-off homer, while Jacob Misiorowski piled up 12 strikeouts over seven innings and threw a record number of 100+ mph pitches.
Houston’s pitching staff combined to no-hit Texas 9-0, with Tatsuya Imai tossing six innings before Steven Okert and Alimber Santa finished the job; the 22nd combined no-hitter in MLB history and the Astros’ fourth in franchise history. The win improves Houston to 24-31, puts them four games back in the AL West, and comes amid a four-game win streak and eight wins in 12 games.
The Astros broke the game open with a five-run fifth, highlighted by Jeremy Peña’s two RBIs and Jordan Walker’s three-run homer, to beat the Cubs 8-5 as Shota Imanaga allowed three homers in six innings. The Cubs mounted a late charge with Michael Busch’s two-run homer in the seventh, but Houston’s early cushion held. On the Cubs’ side, Edward Cabrera was placed on the injured list, Jordan Wicks was called up, and Cade Horton (season-ending surgery) and Justin Steele (rehab setback) highlighted a rough stretch for Chicago.
In a postgame take, the author argues Cubs manager Craig Counsell didn’t deliver a true “different look” against Houston, noting that top prospects Pedro Ramirez and Kevin Alcántara weren’t in the lineup. While Colin Rea pitched well and the defense—especially Pete Crow-Armstrong and Nico Hoerner—sparked highlights, the Cubs’ offense remained dormant in a 3-0 defeat as the team pursues a continued scoring drought. The piece presses for real lineup experimentation rather than superficial changes.
Chicago hosts Houston for a 1:20 p.m. CT first pitch at Wrigley Field with Jameson Taillon on the mound against Spencer Arrighetti. The Cubs shuffle their lineup, featuring Michael Conforto at DH and Pedro Ramirez in the lineup while Matt Shaw lands on the injured list; Kevin Alcantara’s long‑anticipated call‑up is teased. The Astros counter with the usual suspects led by Yordan Alvarez and Jeremy Peña. Winds blow in from center (about 12 mph, gusts to 20), with a cooler 62-degree day that could affect the ball. Broadcast info: AppleTV for the game and 104.3 The Score on radio; a list of key injuries for both teams is noted. The post also links to related Cubs coverage and pregame notes.
The Astros activated Jeremy Peña from the injured list after nearly five weeks, placed Jose Altuve on the 10-day IL with a Grade 2 left oblique strain, recalled Jason Alexander, and designated Cody Bolton for assignment, with Peña slated to hit leadoff against Minnesota as Houston reshuffles the infield.
The Houston Astros placed second baseman Jose Altuve on the injured list with a Grade 2 oblique strain after he left Saturday’s game; he homered off Jacob deGrom but was sidelined on Sunday. At 36, Altuve has been roughly league-average in 42 games after a hot start, and his defensive metrics have declined. With Pena (hamstring) and Correa (ankle) also out, Houston’s infield depth is thin, with players like Braden Shewmake, Nick Allen, and Brice Matthews in the mix for fill-ins. Jake Meyers is nearing a return from an oblique injury, which could help offset Altuve’s loss, and he’s expected to travel with the team for a series in Minnesota as the club assesses its options.
Astros’ Jose Altuve left the game with a left-side injury and will undergo imaging, with a possible injured list stint discussed given his age; his 2026 start has been weaker than his peak. Houston also expects a boost soon from pitchers Hunter Brown (shoulder) and Josh Hader (biceps tendinitis), who are both nearing returns after rehab, Brown throwing a live batting practice soon and Hader needing about five more rehab appearances. The bullpen’s 5.81 ERA remains a major weakness as the club — currently 19-28 and listed as fourth in the NL West in the piece — tries to stabilize the rotation and lineup.
Bryce Miller returned from the IL with peak velocity (averaging 97.6 mph) and pitched 5 1/3 innings for Seattle, but Cal Raleigh left late with hip/side soreness after awkward plays. The Mariners tied the game in the ninth, yet Houston walked off in the 10th to win 4-3, snapping Seattle’s nine-game winning streak against the Astros. Muñoz delivered a standout relief outing for Houston, while Seattle’s offense scattered hits but couldn’t string them together in regulation.
Carlos Correa will undergo surgery on his left ankle and miss the remainder of the 2026 season for the Houston Astros, who are already dealing with a slew of injuries. The star’s past ankle concerns during free agency were well publicized, and since being traded from the Twins in 2025 he has posted a .279/.369/.418 line with 3 homers in 32 games as Houston sits near the bottom of the AL standings.