What is the Houston Astros record in 2026?

The Houston Astros are 46-50, 3rd in the AL West.

Who is pitching for the Astros today?

Peter Lambert (7-5, 3.26 ERA) vs Kumar Rocker (2-7, 3.95 ERA). First pitch at 07:05 PM EDT.

What channel is the Astros game on today?

Today's game airs on Space City Home Network, Rangers Sports Network, presented by Progressive. First pitch at 07:05 PM EDT.

Houston Astros News & Updates

July 11, 2026

The Houston Astros were 46-50, 3rd in the AL West. Yesterday, the Houston Astros were beaten by the Texas Rangers 3-7 at Globe Life Field.

Astros Daily Vibe Check

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last night's loss

The score reflects some real issues. A loss by 4 last night and the vibes reflect it. Also weighing on the score: opponents have them by 6 runs this week.

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Astros Game on July 11

Opponent:	Texas Rangers (48-46)
Location:	Globe Life Field
First Pitch:	07:05 PM EDT
Pitching Matchup:	Peter Lambert (7-5, 3.26 ERA) vs Kumar Rocker (2-7, 3.95 ERA)
TV Broadcast:	Space City Home Network, Rangers Sports Network, presented by Progressive

Astros Score & Recap

Yesterday, the Houston Astros were beaten by the Texas Rangers 3-7 at Globe Life Field.

	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	R	H	E
	0	0	0	0	0	1	2	0	0	3	8	0
	2	0	0	0	1	0	0	4		7	8	0

Highlights

Yainer Diaz went 1-3 with 1 HR and 2 RBI.
Yordan Alvarez went 2-4 with 1 HR and 1 RBI.

Astros Record & Standings

AL West

Team	W	L	PCT	GB	STRK
Rangers	48	46	.511		W2
Mariners	47	48	.495	1.5	L4
Astros	46	50	.479	3.0	L2
Athletics	41	53	.436	7.0	L7
Angels	38	57	.400	10.5	W1

Houston Astros are 3-4 in their last 7 games, with a -6 run differential.

Astros Player Stats & Leaders

Batting Leaders

Player	HR	AVG	OPS	RBI
44 Yordan Alvarez	30	.312	1.038	68
8 Christian Walker	20	.239	.782	58
15 Isaac Paredes	12	.251	.760	47

Pitching Leaders

Pitcher	W-L	ERA	WHIP	IP
48 Steven Okert	2-1	2.36	0.85	45.2
38 Peter Lambert	7-5	3.26	1.15	80.0
58 Hunter Brown	1-0	3.57	1.39	35.1

Hot Hitters

Player	Streak
21 Yainer Diaz	4 hits, 2 HR, 4 RBI, .364 AVG in last 3 games

Hot Pitchers

Pitcher	Streak
45 Tatsuya Imai	6.0 IP, 10 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start
71 Josh Hader	2.1 scoreless IP, 4 K in 3 recent games
48 Steven Okert	3.2 scoreless IP, 6 K in 3 recent games

Astros News

Fresh off a disappointing 7-3 loss to the Texas Rangers, the Houston Astros find themselves at a crossroads, sitting 46-49 and clinging to a flickering hope for the season. With a -7 run differential over the last week and a pitching staff giving up 6.0 runs per game, the team is in dire need of reinforcements, not just at the trade deadline but immediately. The return of All-Star shortstop Jeremy Pena, who boasts a .295 batting average this season, could spark some much-needed energy. Meanwhile, speculation grows about reliever Bryan Abreu being a prime candidate for a trade as the Astros prepare for the future. In a tight race for the Silver Boot Series, this rollercoaster week underscores the urgency for the Astros to regain momentum and assert themselves in the playoff chase.

Sources

Climbingtalshill

Astros can't leave 2026 trade deadline without moving this one player

While the Houston Astros have a big shopping list for the 2026 MLB trade deadline, they also have to think about trading players away, and one of those players who they can't afford to not trade is reliever Bryan Abreu.

Climbingtalshill

Key piece from Astros’ notorious Kyle Tucker trade getting close to making deal even more lopsided

Hayden Wesneski is on the comeback trail, and his return could solidify the Kyle Tucker trade as a Houston Astros win, while also giving them a boost in the playoff chase.

Crawfish Boxes

Rangers Crown King for 2 HR, 4 Runs in 8th to Slay Astros 7-3

Coming into Friday Night, the Astros needed just two wins to capture their 10th consecutive Silver Boot Series from the Rangers. They still need two wins. Rangers 7 Astros 3. On this night, Wyatt Langford would be the hero, albeit late. In the 8th, Langford would deposit the second pitch offered […]

Crawfish Boxes

Astros Reinstate SS Jeremy Pena From IL, DFA IF Braden Shewmake

The Houston Astros announced today that they have reinstated All-Star SS Jeremy Pena from the IL. Pena is batting .295 this season with a .356 OBP and .799 OPS. He has 6 HR, 21 RBI and 34 runs scored. Pena has dealt with 3 separate injuries so far this season. When healthy, he has been […]

MLB.com

All-Star Alvarez balances softer side with MVP-caliber season

ARLINGTON -- Moments after he hit a dramatic two-run walk-off home run to complete an improbable comeback win over the Rays on July 4, Astros slugger Yordan Alvarez made his way through the swarm of teammates awaiting him at home plate and found his son in the seats behind home

MLB.com

MLB Pipeline's final mock draft predictions!

The world will find out whom the White Sox will take with the No. 1 overall pick shortly after 1:30 p.m. ET on Saturday afternoon. And it sounds like they will be using every last minute to decide between two players. There is certainty about one thing: Chicago will add

Astros Upcoming Schedule

The Houston Astros host the Baltimore Orioles for a 3-game series starting Friday.

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