What is the Houston Astros record in 2026?

The Houston Astros are 68-68, 1st in the AL West.

Who is pitching for the Astros today?

Ethan Pecko (0-0, 7.88 ERA) vs Zac Thornton (3-4, 2.88 ERA). First pitch at 03:10 PM EDT.

What channel is the Astros game on today?

Today's game airs on NBC/Peacock, NBC/Peacock. First pitch at 03:10 PM EDT.

Houston Astros News & Updates

August 30, 2026

The Houston Astros were 68-68, 1st in the AL West. Yesterday, the Houston Astros were outplayed by the New York Mets 2-6 at Citi Field.

Astros Daily Vibe Check

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last night's loss

Not flashy, but the math works. Last night's 4-run loss is fresh and it shows. And a -4 run differential over the last 7. The margins are ugly.

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Astros Game on August 30

Opponent:	New York Mets (61-75)
Location:	Citi Field
First Pitch:	03:10 PM EDT
Pitching Matchup:	Ethan Pecko (0-0, 7.88 ERA) vs Zac Thornton (3-4, 2.88 ERA)
TV Broadcast:	NBC/Peacock, NBC/Peacock

Astros Score & Recap

Yesterday, the Houston Astros were outplayed by the New York Mets 2-6 at Citi Field.

	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	R	H	E
	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	1	0	2	4	0
	1	0	0	0	3	0	0	2		6	11	1

Highlights

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

Astros Record & Standings

AL West

Team	W	L	PCT	GB	STRK
Astros	68	68	.500		L1
Rangers	66	70	.485	2.0	L4
Mariners	64	72	.471	4.0	L3
Athletics	53	83	.390	15.0	L2
Angels	52	84	.382	16.0	L6

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

Astros Player Stats & Leaders

Batting Leaders

Player	HR	AVG	OPS	RBI
44 Yordan Alvarez	37	.320	1.048	93
8 Christian Walker	24	.229	.737	75
15 Isaac Paredes	17	.259	.779	73

Pitching Leaders

Pitcher	W-L	ERA	WHIP	IP
71 Josh Hader	4-1	0.76	0.68	35.1
48 Steven Okert	6-2	2.17	0.87	66.1
69 AJ Blubaugh	4-2	3.17	1.17	82.1

Hot Pitchers

Pitcher	Streak
58 Hunter Brown	6.2 IP, 10 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start
71 Josh Hader	3.1 scoreless IP, 5 K in 3 recent games
69 AJ Blubaugh	4.1 scoreless IP, 5 K in 3 recent games

Astros News

The Astros' precarious situation continues to unravel as whispers surrounding manager Joe Espada's job security grow louder, with owner Jim Crane's meddling casting a long shadow over the team. As they sit at 68-67, today's matchup against the Mets offers a chance to stabilize the ship, but the pressure is palpable. With Bennett Sousa (1-3, 6.27 ERA) on the mound, the stakes are high as he faces off against New York's Nolan McLean (9-8, 3.21 ERA). Meanwhile, the emergence of AJ Blubaugh suggests that the Astros might not need to re-sign Bryan Abreu, who hits free agency soon, adding another layer of uncertainty to the roster. With mixed results in the last week at 4-3 and a +4 run differential, the Astros must find a way to rally or risk further turmoil.

Sources

Climbingtalshill

Astros have done themselves no favors with Jim Crane's Joe Espada meddling

Jim Crane has done little to suggest Joe Espada won't be out of a job at the end of the season, and the Houston Astros are worse off because of it.

Climbingtalshill

Astros may already have Bryan Abreu replacement before free agency hits

Bryan Abreu is a free agent at the end of the season and the rise of AJ Blubaugh means the Houston Astros don't need to pay the big bucks to bring him back

Crawfish Boxes

SB Nation Reacts Poll Results: Should Astros’ Joe Espada Keep His Job?

We asked. You answered. Should Astros manager Joe Espada keep his job at the end of the season? SB Nation Reacts Polls are powered by Fanduel Sportsbook, the official sportsbook partner of SB Nation. https://sportsbook.fanduel.com/navigation/mlb

Crawfish Boxes

Astros at Mets Game Discussion: 8/29/2026

TODAY’S GAME: The Houston Astros (68-67) and New York Mets (60-75) will play the 2nd game of this 3-game series this afternoon at Citi Field. LHP Bennett Sousa (1-3, 6.27 ERA) will serve as the opener today for the Astros as he takes on Mets RHP Nolan McLean (9-8, 3.21 ERA). ASTROS-METS: Since 2017, the […]

MLB.com

With retirement 'the worst job I ever had,' Strom returns to Astros

NEW YORK -- Moments after meeting Astros pitcher Tatsuya Imai on the outfield grass at Citi Field on a sunny Saturday afternoon, Brent Strom took him to the visiting bullpen and went to work. Strom was back in his element, doing what he does best and imparting the kind of

ESPN

Mets' Soto has go-ahead RBI in return to lineup

Juan Soto had the go-ahead RBI single in his return to the Mets' lineup Saturday, leading New York to a 6-2 win over the Astros.

Astros Upcoming Schedule

The Houston Astros host the Chicago White Sox for a 4-game series starting Monday.

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