Who is pitching for the Astros today?

Tatsuya Imai (6-4, 5.59 ERA) vs Walbert Ureña (6-7, 2.78 ERA). First pitch at 09:38 PM EDT.

Houston Astros Daily Update
July 27, 2026

Q: What is the Houston Astros record in 2026?

The Houston Astros are 52-55, 3rd in the AL West.

Q: What channel is the Astros game on today?

Today's game airs on KCOP 13, Space City Home Network, ABTV, presented by Pechanga Resort Casino. First pitch at 09:38 PM EDT.

The Houston Astros are 52-55, 3rd in the AL West. Yesterday, the Houston Astros took a beating from the Chicago White Sox 3-12 at Rate Field. Today they play the Los Angeles Angels at 09:38 PM EDT on KCOP 13, Space City Home Network, ABTV, presented by Pechanga Resort Casino.

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last night's loss

14-Day Trend

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Stuck in neutral. The 9-run loss last night is the heaviest factor today. But they've taken 5 of 7 this week. Moving right along.

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Astros Game Today

Opponent:	Los Angeles Angels (42-64)
Location:	Angel Stadium
First Pitch:	09:38 PM EDT
Pitching Matchup:	Tatsuya Imai (6-4, 5.59 ERA) vs Walbert Ureña (6-7, 2.78 ERA)
TV Broadcast:	KCOP 13, Space City Home Network, ABTV, presented by Pechanga Resort Casino

Astros Score & Recap

Yesterday, the Houston Astros took a beating from the Chicago White Sox 3-12 at Rate Field.

	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	R	H	E
	1	0	1	0	1	0	0	0	0	3	7	0
	2	0	1	0	0	2	4	3		12	12	0

Highlights

Taylor Trammell went 2-4 with 1 HR and 1 RBI.
Jeremy Peña went 2-4 with 2 HR and 2 RBI.

Astros Record & Standings

AL West

Team	W	L	PCT	GB	STRK
Rangers	53	52	.505		L1
Mariners	52	54	.491	1.5	W1
Astros	52	55	.486	2.0	L1
Athletics	44	61	.419	9.0	L2
Angels	42	64	.396	11.5	W1

Houston Astros are 5-2 in their last 7 games, with a +3 run differential.

Astros Player Stats & Leaders

Batting Leaders

Player	HR	AVG	OPS	RBI
44 Yordan Alvarez	34	.323	1.074	77
8 Christian Walker	20	.232	.754	61
15 Isaac Paredes	14	.260	.782	57

Pitching Leaders

Pitcher	W-L	ERA	WHIP	IP
48 Steven Okert	3-1	2.09	0.83	51.2
38 Peter Lambert	8-5	3.03	1.12	98.0
58 Hunter Brown	2-1	3.45	1.28	47.0

Hot Hitters

Player	Streak
3 Jeremy Peña	8 hits, 2 HR, 2 RBI, .571 AVG in last 3 games

Hot Pitchers

Pitcher	Streak
38 Peter Lambert	6.0 IP, 10 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start
45 Tatsuya Imai	6.0 IP, 8 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start
58 Hunter Brown	7.0 IP, 7 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start

Astros News

The Houston Astros are riding a wave of momentum after their 4-1 victory against the Chicago White Sox, pushing their record to 52-54. With a solid 5-2 mark over the past week and a run differential of +10, the Astros are clawing back into the playoff picture. Tonight, they'll look to continue this positive trend with Ronel Blanco on the mound, trying to capitalize on the White Sox's struggles. Meanwhile, the team is also keeping an eye on the future as trade deadline pressure mounts, with rumors swirling about potential moves and roster changes ahead of 2026. It's a time of uncertainty, especially with the surprising release of former Astro Lance McCullers Jr. by the Brewers, which serves as a stark reminder of the unpredictable nature of the game.

Sources

Climbingtalshill · 19h ago

5 Astros who will be off 40-man roster if Dana Brown feels the pressure at 2026 trade deadline

If Dana Brown is feeling the pressure at the 2026 trade deadline, wild times could be in order for the Houston Astros.

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Former Astro Lance McCullers Jr. already suffers unexpected fate after Brewers trade

Former Houston Astros starting pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. had already ben cut loose by the Milwaukee Brewers.

Crawfish Boxes · 21h ago

A look back at James Click’s 2021 trade deadline

James Click awoke on July 27, 2021, with a serious problem on his hands. The Astros were 61-40, one game behind the Red Sox for the American League’s best record. They had the league’s best offense and the American League’s best rotation. The bullpen, however, could best be described as shaky. The night before, Click […]

Crawfish Boxes · 23h ago

Astros Game Discussion 7/26/2026

TODAY’’S GAME: Tonight, the Astros and White Sox play the 3rd game of this 3-game series at Rate Field in Chicago. RHP Ronel Blanco (0-0) starts for the Astros as he takes on White Sox RHP Erik Fedde (5-6). ROAD WARRIORS: Today is the 3rd game of a 6-game road trip for the Astros, during […]

MLB.com · 18h ago

Astros' winning streak ends, but encouraging week has them in playoff hunt

CHICAGO -- The Astros have recovered nicely since coming out of the All-Star break with a dud. A three-game sweep at the hands of the Orioles had Houston four games out in the AL West and 4 1/2 games back in the Wild Card standings, but the Astros then won

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Kent opens up, lets emotions flow during Hall of Fame induction

COOPERSTOWN, N.Y. -- Throughout his weekend of celebration as a member of the Baseball Hall of Fame Class of 2026, Jeff Kent kept describing himself with one word: deflector. Deflecting is what kept people at arm’s length throughout the second baseman’s 17-year career. Deflecting made him a bit of a

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Astros Upcoming Schedule

Date	Opponent	Time
Tue 07/28	@ Los Angeles Angels	9:38 PM
Wed 07/29	@ Los Angeles Angels	9:38 PM
Fri 07/31	vs Texas Rangers	8:15 PM

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