The Houston Astros sent Brett Wallace back to the minor leagues on Thursday, once again raising the question of whether the 2008 first-round draft pick will ever hit in the major leagues. Wallace, who has been traded three times, was 1-for-4 with 17 strikeouts when he was sent down. ...more

The Astros have become the favorite team of baseball bloggers -- and the team that most traditional baseball people love making fun of. ...more

Free agent Carlos Pena has agreed to terms with the Astros, according to sources. Pena will get a one-year deal for $2.9 million, with another $1.4 million in incentives. ...more