But what about Tatsuya Imai? The pitcher the Astros signed out of Japan hasn't had a good season, was moved to the bullpen, and now faces an opt-out decision. However, ESPN's Jeff Passan is predicting Imai won't opt out of his $36M deal for obvious reasons.

The Tampa Bay Rays, Chicago White Sox and the Houston Astros are right where they want to be.

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The Houston Astros have gotten out to a strong start in the final month of the regular season.

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Kyle Schwarber slugged his 10th career grand slam for his MLB-leading 44th home run to cap off a wild Phillies' 11-7 comeback win over the Astros.

Houston Astros second baseman Jose Altuve just had a historic moment with his latest hit that put him in elite company.