Matthew Postins

Joined: May 24, 2023

Matthew Postins is an award-winning sports journalist who covers the Texas Rangers, Philadelphia Phillies, Chicago Cubs and Houston Astros for Sports Illustrated/FanNation. He also covers he Big 12 for Heartland College Sports.

Nov 1, 2022; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Houston Astros starting pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. (43) pitches against the Philadelphia Phillies during the first inning in game three of the 2022 World Series at Citizens Bank Park.

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Embattled Houston Astros Star Set to Move Injury Rehab Closer to Home

Feb 26, 2025; West Palm Beach, Florida, USA; Houston Astros first base Jon Singleton (28) runs to first base after a hit during the first inning against the Washington Nationals at CACTI Park of the Palm Beaches.

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Astros Fan Favorite Slugger Informed He Won’t Make Opening Day Roster

May 30, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Former professional boxer George Foreman waves to the crowd after throwing out the first pitch of a game between the Houston Astros and the Baltimore Orioles at Minute Maid Park.

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Astros Remember Legendary Boxer, Houston Resident, After His Death

Oct 2, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros pitcher Hunter Brown (58) throws against the Detroit Tigers during the first inning of game two of the Wildcard round for the 2024 MLB Playoffs at Minute Maid Park.

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Could 'Budding' Ace Be Reason Why Astros Didn't Pursue Extension with Framber Valdez?

Mar 2, 2025; West Palm Beach, Florida, USA; Houston Astros left fielder Jose Altuve (27) hits a single against the Washington Nationals during the second inning at CACTI Park of the Palm Beaches.

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Houston Astros Boss Keeping Options Open at Two Key Positions

The Houston Astros don’t appear to be locked into a role for their fan favorite infielder or any player that could play at two key positions.

Aug 12, 2024; San Diego, California, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates relief pitcher Jalen Beeks (68) pitches against the San Diego Padres during the ninth inning at Petco Park.

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Houston Astros, Intriguing Veteran Reliever Agree to Minor League Deal

The Houston Astros have added a left-handed reliever to a bullpen in an effort to give them another option to consider in spring training.

Oct 8, 2023; Houston, Texas, USA; A general view of Minute Maid Park before game two of the ALDS for the 2023 MLB playoffs between the Minnesota Twins and Houston Astros .

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Look: Workers Adding Daikin Park Logo to Houston Astros Stadium Roof

The Houston Astros have a new corporate sponsor for their ballpark and it looks like they’re working to put the logo on the roof.

Feb 17, 2024; West Palm Beach, FL, USA; Detail photo of Houston Astros spring training cap. during workouts at spring training.

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Intriguing Houston Astros Slugging Prospect Progressing Toward Majors

The Houston Astros have their eye on this former international prospect that has a bat that could be the most powerful in their system.

Feb 26, 2025; West Palm Beach, Florida, USA; Houston Astros pitcher Framber Valdez (59) throws a pitch during the first inning against the Washington Nationals at CACTI Park of the Palm Beaches.

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Houston Astros Ace Looks Regular Season Ready in Spring Training Debut

The Houston Astros appear to have little to worry about when it comes to their left-handed ace in the starting rotation.

Feb 22, 2025; West Palm Beach, Florida, USA; Houston Astros pitcher Ryan Gusto (67) throws a warmup pitch before the first inning against the Washington Nationals at CACTI Park of the Palm Beaches.

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Intriguing Houston Astros Pitching Prospect Shines in Spring Training Debut

The Houston Astros handed the ball to one of their young pitching prospects and he had a great game against the Washington Nationals.

Feb 14, 2025; West Palm Beach, FL, USA; Houston Astros starting pitcher Framber Valdez (59) plays catch during a spring training workout at CACTI Park of the Palm Beaches.

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Houston Astros Ace Projected for Huge Deal as Free Agency Nears

The Houston Astros face a steep climb to retain their star left-handed pitcher as he prepares to hit free agency after this season.

Feb 18, 2025; Lee County, FL, USA; Boston Red Sox third base Alex Bregman (2) participates in media day at JetBlue Park at Fenway South.

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Former Houston Astros World Series Star Sounds Off on Alex Bregman’s Contract

A former Houston Astros outfielder was surprised by a couple of aspect of the deal that Alex Bregman signed with the Boston Red Sox.

Sep 8, 2024; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Brewers left fielder Isaac Collins (6) steals second base as the ball gets past Colorado Rockies second baseman Brendan Rodgers (7) in the second inning at American Family Field.

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Houston Astros Nearing Agreement with Gold Glove-Winning Infielder

The Houston Astros have agreed to a deal with an infielder who has ties to two former players selected around him in the 2015 MLB draft.

Oct 1, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros second base Jose Altuve (27) hits a single in the third inning against the Detroit Tigers in game one of the Wild Card round for the 2024 MLB Playoffs at Minute Maid Park.

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Houston Astros Fan Favorite Reveals More About Potential Position Change

This Houston Astros All-Star and world champion has been an infielder his entire career but he’s OK with a potential change.

Sep 4, 2024; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Houston Astros third baseman Alex Bregman (2) high fives teammates after scoring on a RBI single hit by outfielder Ben Gamel (not pictured) in the second inning against the Cincinnati Reds at Great American Ball Park.

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How Boston Red Sox Fumbled Signing Former Astros Slugger 13 Years Ago

Alex Bregman’s return to the Boston Red Sox was, in a sense, a call-back to when the franchise blew their chance back in 2012.

Feb 14, 2025; West Palm Beach, FL, USA; Houston Astros infielder Brice Matthews (86) works out during spring training at CACTI Park of the Palm Beaches.

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Houston Astros Begin Assembling Starting Lineup for Spring Training Opener

The Houston Astros have revealed at least one starter for their Grapefruit League opener on Friday against the Washington Nationals.