The Houston Astros are in familiar territory with less than two weeks to go before the MLB trade deadline. Sitting atop the American League West with a record o

Across his 116 innings pitched, Kelly has 113 strikeouts and 33 walks. He's also allowed 13 home runs and has a WHIP of 1.052. His 2025 season ERA+ is a 127, the third-highest mark of his seven-year career.

The Houston Astros are currently sitting at the top of the American League West as the second half of the 2025 season begins. At 56-40, they lead the Seattle Mariners by five games and hold the second-best record in the Junior Circuit.

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The Houston Astros have bolstered their farm system and positioned themselves to draft for future rosters rather than immediate need in the MLB draft. They zeroed in on young talent in the first round and a potential future replacement for third baseman Isaac Parades,