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On YouTubeHouston Astros News / FanNation Inside The Astros / February 22
Astros Outfielder Speaks on Mental Side
The Houston Astros' pursuit of a third World Series title won't be any easier this season. Losing in the ALCS last year was a disappointment given that anything short of a championship is viewed as a wasted season for this Astros dynasty.
MLB News / Yardbarker / December 15
One trade, one signing Astros should make
Looking to get revenge in 2024, here is one trade and one signing the Astros should make this offseason.
Houston Astros News / FanNation Inside The Astros / December 14
Astros Insider Doesn't Buy Confidence in Outfielder
One of the more interesting things about the Houston Astros this offseason was what they planned to do with their full outfield. Chas McCormick emerged at the plate and pushed Jake Meyers into a reserve type of role.
Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 5
Astros GM downplays Jake Meyers rumor
It’s a notable announcement with regard to Meyers.
Houston Astros News / FanNation Inside The Astros / December 5
Astros Boss Contradicts Manager on Outfield Situation
The Winter Meetings normally don't disappoint when it comes to getting the Hot Stove started for the offseason. Deals start getting done in free agency and trade discussions begin to formulate as the entire baseball world is gathered in one location for multiple days.
Houston Astros News / FanNation Inside The Astros / November 29
Could Astros Trade Star Outfielder to Phillies?
There's a growing possibility that the Houston Astros will be one of the most underwhelming teams this winter. A self-imposed salary cap by owner Jim Crane limits what general manager Dana Brown will be able to do in his first full offseason in charge.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / November 21
Potential Pirates Trade Targets: Some Help in Center Field
This is one in a series of examining potential trade targets for the Pittsburgh Pirates in the 2023-24 offseason. Though it may not be their most obvious need this winter, the Pittsburgh Pirates should be exploring the possibility of adding a true center fielder.
MLB News / Crawfish Boxes / November 20
James Click: Myles Straw :: Dana Brown: Jake Meyers? 
So, the other day, it was reported by MLB Network’s Jon Morosi that the Astros have been shopping Jake Meyers to interested clubs this offseason. That revelation by itself isn’t surprising, as Houston has an outfield surplus, and Meyers had fallen out of favor during the season’s second half.
Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 16
Astros having trade talks about promising center fielder
He's a stellar defender in the outfield, and his track record in the upper minors is excellent.
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / November 5
The perfect is the enemy of the good: the case for starting Jake Meyers in center.
With the imminent departure of Michael Brantley, the Astros will have to fill an outfield spot this offseason. Even though Jake Meyers had a bounce-back season in 2023, many fans will unfairly compare him to other options on the free-agent market.
Houston Astros News / FanNation Inside The Astros / October 30
Astros Could Trade Promising Player During Offseason
It's very likely that the Houston Astros will look almost identically to what their team was in 2023. The starting rotation is expected to get some of their injured pieces back, the infield is set for the next couple years and their outfield will primarily look the same.
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / August 19
Lineup Falls Flat, Astros Lose 2-0 To Mariners
If or when the Astros qualify for the postseason — 90% odds following Friday’s loss — I am not particularly concerned about seeing Maurcio Dubón patrolling center field even if Justin Verlander is on the mound.
Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 17
How will the Astros handle their outfield surplus?
Potentially juggling four starting-caliber outfielders helps Houston’s chances of tracking down its in-state rivals in a closely contested AL West, but it could be a tricky balancing act.
Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / August 6
Jake Meyers hits 2 HRs, carries Astros past Yankees
Jake Meyers hit a mammoth tiebreaking three-run homer with one out in the sixth inning for his second three-run shot of the game as the visiting Houston Astros hung on for a 9-7 victory over the New York Yankees on Sunday.
Houston Astros News / FanNation Inside The Astros / July 31
Astros Have Exciting Trade Piece to Use at Deadline
The Houston Astros are locked into a divisional battle with the Texas Rangers, who have decided to go all in on this season. With the Rangers pulling off huge deals to add starting pitching, the Astros have been quiet compared to their instate rivals.
Houston Astros News / FanNation Inside The Astros / July 6
Duo of Astros Outfielders Tabbed as Most Likely to Be Moved at Deadline
Could the Houston Astros be both sellers and buyers at this season's MLB trade deadline? Well, sort of. In general, a "buying" team will give up a package of prospects for an established veteran coming from the "selling" team. A buyer's profile is usually considered to be a contending team with eyes on postseason success.
Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 30
Astros open to trading outfielder
The upcoming trade deadline seems slated to be different than those of the past. Due to the expanded playoffs and weak Central divisions, there’s a small number of teams that are truly out of contention and in traditional seller position.
MLB News / FanNation Fastball / June 15
Washington Nationals Manager Davey Martinez Goes Viral, Calls Out Umpires After Walk-Off Loss to Houston Astros
The Houston Astros beat the Washington Nationals in a controversial walk-off fashion on Wednesday night in Houston. The game was tied at 4-4 in the bottom of the ninth inning.
Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / April 20, 2023
Astros outfielder's future with team could be in jeopardy
Aside from a recent stellar performance in the opener of a series against the Toronto Blue Jays, third-year Astros outfielder Jake Meyers has struggled to find his place in Houston during the 2022 and 2023 seasons.
Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / September 29, 2022
Astros recall OF Jake Meyers
The Houston Astros recalled outfielder Jake Meyers from Triple-A Sugar Land on Thursday. In a corresponding move, the Astros optioned designated hitter/catcher Yainer Diaz to Triple-A and placed him on their taxi squad.
Houston Astros News / FanNation Inside The Astros / August 29, 2022
Astros Option Centerfielder Jake Meyers to Triple-A Sugar Land
The Houston Astros has optioned centerfielder Jake Meyers to the Triple-A Sugar Land Space Cowboys on Monday, according to the MiLB transactions page. We have discussed at length how Chas McCormick should see the majority of playing time in centerfield over Jake Meyers.
Houston Astros News / FanNation Inside The Astros / July 28, 2022
As Meyers Struggles, Astros Should Target Center Fielder in Trade
In his 26th game Wednesday, Jake Meyers roped an RBI-triple to put the Houston Astros within one run, but his two other at-bats weren't ones to write home about.
Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 20, 2021
Astros OF Jake Meyers has injury setback
Though Jake Meyers was included on the Astros’ ALCS roster, he has yet to return to action since suffering a shoulder injury in Game 4 of the ALDS.
Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 12, 2021
Astros CF Jake Meyers leaves ALDS Game 4 due to apparent arm injury
Meyers collided with the outfield fence while trying to make a leaping catch of a Gavin Sheets home run, with Meyers’ left arm taking the brunt of the impact.
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