Isaac Paredes' hamstring injury hasn't forced him to the IL yet, but Jacob Melton's new ankle injury could lead to a prolonged absence.

Houston Astros outfielder Chas McCormick hit off a tee Friday in a step in his recovery from a left oblique strain, manager Joe Espada said. McCormick is on the 10-day injured list retroactive to May 30 with the oblique strain, which occurred on a swing in a game against the Rays.

Why the Houston Astros must avoid trading top pitching prospect Miguel Ullola before the 2025 deadline to protect their future.

Play him at second base, outfielder or designated hitter and it doesn’t matter. Houston Astros star Jose Altuve keeps producing.

Paredes had started 22 consecutive games in the second spot since May 19, when Espada inserted him after leadoff hitter Jeremy Peña and moved Jose Altuve to the third spot.

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Mike Tauchman homered in the ninth, but the Chicago White Sox couldn’t complete the comeback in a 4-3 loss to the Houston Astros on Thursday.

The Chicago White Sox (23-44) and the Houston Astros (36-30) play the second game of a 3-game series Wednesday. First pitch from Daikin Park in Houston is scheduled for 8:10 p.m. ET. Let's analyze BetMGM Sportsbook's MLB odds around the White Sox vs. Astros odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

The Guardians' offense has been struggling, and facing Cy Young candidate Hunter Brown won't make things any easier in Saturday's matchup.

According to a report from Francys Romero, Yuli Gurriel has turned several minor league offers in order to remain a free agent. As the season goes along, perhaps a major league offer will materialize as a result of injury.