What is the Houston Astros record in 2026?

The Houston Astros are 1-2, 3rd in the AL West.

Who is pitching for the Astros today?

Tatsuya Imai (TBD) vs Jack Kochanowicz (TBD). First pitch at 02:10 PM EDT.

What channel is the Astros game on today?

Today's game airs on Space City Home Network, FanDuel Sports Network West. First pitch at 02:10 PM EDT.

Houston Astros News & Updates

March 29, 2026

The Houston Astros were 1-2, 3rd in the AL West. Yesterday, the Houston Astros beat the Los Angeles Angels 11-9 at Daikin Park.

Astros Daily Vibe Check

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Small sample size at 3 games. The score reflects some real issues. Statcast isn't kind: 0.283 xwOBA and only 28.2% hard-hit rate. Compounding things, the staff giving up 6.0 RA/G this week.

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Astros Game on March 29

Opponent:	Los Angeles Angels (2-1)
Location:	Daikin Park
First Pitch:	02:10 PM EDT
Pitching Matchup:	Tatsuya Imai (TBD) vs Jack Kochanowicz (TBD)
TV Broadcast:	Space City Home Network, FanDuel Sports Network West
Forecast:	☀️ Clear sky, 36°F, Wind 1 mph

Astros Score & Recap

Yesterday, the Houston Astros beat the Los Angeles Angels 11-9 at Daikin Park.

	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	R	H	E
	0	0	1	2	3	0	0	0	3	9	6	3
	0	0	0	0	3	8	0	0		11	13	0

Highlights

Isaac Paredes went 1-4 with 2 RBI.
Jake Meyers went 2-5 with 2 RBI.
Carlos Correa went 2-5 with 2 RBI.
Yainer Diaz went 1-5 with 2 RBI.

Astros Record & Standings

AL West

Team	W	L	PCT	GB	STRK
Angels	2	1	.667		L1
Rangers	1	1	.500	0.5	W1
Astros	1	2	.333	1.0	W1
Mariners	1	2	.333	1.0	L1
Athletics	0	2	.000	1.5	L2

Houston Astros are 1-2 in their last 7 games, with a -5 run differential.

Astros Player Stats & Leaders

Batting Leaders

Player	HR	AVG	OPS	RBI
44 Yordan Alvarez	1	.273	1.065	1
10 Joey Loperfido	0	.429	1.000	0
8 Christian Walker	0	.300	.917	1

Hot Hitters

Player	Streak
10 Joey Loperfido	3 hits, .429 AVG in last 3 games

Astros News

The Houston Astros are staring down the barrel of an 0-2 start as they prepare for a crucial Game 3 against the Angels, after suffering a 6-2 defeat yesterday at Daikin Park. Hunter Brown's early struggles, including four walks in his opening game, have left fans anxious about his potential for the season ahead. Meanwhile, AJ Blubaugh's versatility raises questions,could he be a key bullpen asset or a reliable rotation member? With Cristian Javier set to make his season debut tonight, the Astros desperately need a solid performance to avoid falling deeper into a hole against their division rivals. Adding to the intrigue, Tatsuya Imai is poised for his MLB debut, bringing excitement and hope for a turnaround. The pressure is on as fans hope this team can shake off early-season jitters and find their groove.

Sources

Climbingtalshill

Astros may have revealed their secret weapon on Opening Day few saw coming

The Houston Astros may have a tough decision when it comes to AJ Blubaugh. Keeping in the rotation may work, but he might also be a special bullpen arm.

Climbingtalshill

Anxious Astros fans hope familiar flaw doesn't haunt Hunter Brown in 2026

Houston Astros fans watched Hunter Brown walk four batters during the team's loss to the Los Angeles Angels on Opening Day.

Crawfish Boxes

Astros vs. Angels Game Thread. Game 3, 3/28/2026

he Houston Astros (0-2) continue their opening 4 game series against the Los Angeles Angels (2-0) tonight at Daikin Park. RHP Cristian Javier will make his first start of the season for the Astros opposite RHP Reid Detmets and the Angels. TONIGHT’S ASTROS STARTER: RHP Cristian Javier is returning to the rotation full time since the 2024 […]

Crawfish Boxes

Astros Prospect Report: March 27th

Minor league baseball is back! See the results to Opening Day below. AAA: Sugar Land Space Cowboys (0-1) lost 7-4 (BOX SCORE) Sugar Land opened up their season at home against Round Rock. Cole got the scoring started with a leadoff homer. Alexander added an RBI single in the 2nd inning to make it 2-0. […]

MLB.com

Astros storm back with 11 straight runs in first win of 2026

HOUSTON -- The reality of an 0-3 start -- and the overreactions that come with it -- were staring the Astros in the face for the first half of Saturday’s game against the Angels, who never trailed Houston in the first two games of the series and had a comfortable

MLB.com

Japanese ace Imai set for Major League debut Sunday

HOUSTON -- The day before he was set to make his first Major League start, Astros pitcher Tatsuya Imai was in the bullpen at Daikin Park on Saturday afternoon and throwing 95 mph heaters.

Astros Upcoming Schedule

The Houston Astros host the Boston Red Sox for a 3-game series starting Monday.

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