The Houston Astros made a couple of trades this offseason that sent impact players out of town. As their dynasty enters a new phase, they needed to prioritize young players and their payroll. The big one was outfielder Kyle Tucker,

MLB spring training continues on Thursday in Grapefruit League action as the Houston Astros face Juan Soto and the New York Mets.

Juan Soto is not just some hitter. The star outfielder who signed a 15-year contract with the Mets over the winter drove a 2-1 fastball from left-hander Colton Gordon over Clover Park’s center field fence in his first at-bat in a Mets uniform on Saturday.

Facing a Mets lineup that included Francisco Lindor, Juan Soto and Pete Alonso, Astros pitching prospect Ryan Gusto had a scoreless outing.

After signing a record $765 million 15-year contract with the New York Mets this offseason, Juan Soto hit a solo shot in his first spring training at-bat, helping the hosts defeat the Houston Astros 6-2 on Saturday in Port St.

For the fourth time this spring, the New York Mets will face the Houston Astros. Juan Soto played in the Mets' Spring Training debut vs. the Astros, hitting a home run in his first at-bat. HOW TO WATCH: Fans can watch the game locally on SNY,

Soto drove a 2-1 fastball from left-hander Colton Gordon over Clover Park’s center field fence in his first at-bat in Mets uniform on Saturday.

With Jose Altuve playing in left field, Houston's looking to Brendan Rodgers, Luis Guillorme and Shay Whitcomb to battle it out.

Walker has won three consecutive Gold Gloves and posted three straight seasons with an OPS+ over 120. That production earned him a $20 million annual payday from the Astros after a great run with the Diamondbacks. The offense will be carried by Walker, Jose Altuve, and Yordan Alvarez, which could be enough to replace Tucker.

MLB spring training continues on Thursday in Grapefruit League action as the Houston Astros face Juan Soto and the New York Mets.

In honor of Women's History Month, "Sarah's Stats" looks at some of Juan Soto's BBs and home run stats from his 2024 season with the Yankees

Ryan Gusto pitched well during spring training and is expected to provide the Astros with some starting pitching depth.