Contenders for the World Series yet again in 2021, the Houston Astros find themselves in the familiar position of being “buyers” at the trade deadline, but this time with a more limited farm system from which to deal. The Crawfish Boxes will continue to provide coverage of the 2021 MLB Trade Deadline as it pertains to the Astros, and all relevant pieces will be collected here.
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Astros 2021 Trade Deadline Coverage
All of the Crawfish Boxes’ trade deadline coverage pieces collected in one place.
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August 4, 2021
The Astros didn’t push their chips in at the trade deadline, but they did go all-in on Chas McCormick
If there’s one thing that’s clear about the Astros’ rookie outfielder, it’s the front office’s belief in him.
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August 3, 2021
Post-Trade Deadline Payroll Update
The Astros, in fact, didn’t exceed the tax threshold for the 2021 season.
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August 2, 2021
Contenders spent big at the deadline but the Astros did not, and it could come back to bite them
While their counterparts zigged, the Astros zagged, and it could be the difference three months from now.
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July 31, 2021
Phil Maton could be a key reliever for the Astros, so long as his bad luck stays in Cleveland
The newest addition to the Astros’ relief corps could thrive if the Baseball Gods decide to stop screwing with him.
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July 30, 2021
Astros Recall Jake Meyers From Triple-A Sugar Land
In a surprising deadline twist, the Astros moved starting center fielder Myles Straw, opening a spot for the ascendant prospect.
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July 30, 2021
Breaking News: Myles Straw Traded To Cleveland for P Phil Maton and C Yainer Diaz
The Astros starting CF becomes a Guardian, in exchange for relief pitching and a C/DH prospect
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July 30, 2021
Astros Crawfish Boil and Trade Deadline Open Thread: July 30th, 2021
It’s here! Trade deadline day! Here’s your daily news, enjoy, keep yourself updated. and discuss the ongoing news of the trade deadline with other Astros fans.
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July 29, 2021
What did the Astros gain in Kendall Graveman and Rafael Montero?
Breaking down two of the club’s newest relievers.
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July 29, 2021
Astros Crawfish Potluck and Trade Deadline Open Thread: July 29th, 2021
There’s no Astros game today, but with the trade deadline upon us, that doesn’t mean there’s not any action to discuss and news to share as a community.
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July 29, 2021
Yimi Garcia and 3 Other Relief Pitching Value Trade Targets
The Astros acquired some relatively lower cost relief pitching with upside in Yimi Garcia. But they’re not done yet. We take a look at Garcia and highlight a few other possible trade targets of the same mold.
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July 29, 2021
A Deeper Look Into Yimi Garcia
What do we know about the Astros’ most recent acquisition, reliever Yimi Garcia?
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July 28, 2021
Breaking News: Astros acquire Yimi García from the Marlins
The front office continues to address the bullpen leading up to Friday’s trade deadline.
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July 28, 2021
Two rental players the Astros should avoid in trade talks, and another they should pursue
The trade deadline can be a game of Minesweeper.
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July 27, 2021
Breaking News: Astros Trade Abraham Toro, Joe Smith to Mariners for Kendall Graveman, Rafael Montero
The Astros acquired the relief help that they desperately sought.
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July 26, 2021
Two deadline deals the Astros could make this week
Upgrading the bullpen is the name of the game.
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July 26, 2021
Do the Astros have the trade value to reinforce the team at the deadline?
Evaluating Potential Trade Value Surplus
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July 21, 2021
Orioles’ Tanner Scott could be the Astros’ ideal trade target
Acquiring the power lefty would upgrade the bullpen now and potentially pay substantial dividends in the future.
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July 20, 2021
Three Positions to Watch as the Trade Deadline Draws Near
The Astros are one of the best teams in baseball, but weaknesses remain.
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July 19, 2021
A limited supply of assets could complicate the Astros’ trade deadline plans
Adding quality big-league talent comes at a steep cost, which could put the Astros in a predicament.
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July 13, 2021
Time For A Mid-Season Payroll Update
With the Astros taking a brief break from actual games, it feels appropriate to discuss where the payroll currently stands.
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July 9, 2021
Astros GM James Click Has Permission To Exceed Tax Threshold At Trade Deadline
Jim Crane Gives James Click Freedom at Trade Deadline
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July 1, 2021
The Astros Have A Month To Figure Out The Bullpen
The roller-coaster ride named "Relief Volatility" was on full display in Houston during the past week.