Latest Astros injuries & transactions

November 2nd, 2026

This page will be updated throughout the offseason to reflect the team’s latest transactions and any injury updates.

INJURY UPDATES

OF
Injury: Right hip surgery
Expected return: 2027
Status: Underwent arthroscopic surgery on right hip in late October to address a labral injury and hip impingement. (updated Oct. 27) More >>

SS
Injury: Tendon repair surgery on left ankle
Expected return: 2027
Status: Expected to make a full recovery and return for spring 2027. (updated Sept. 30) More >>

RHP Mike Burrows
Injury: Right elbow neuritis/right shoulder inflammation
Expected return: 2017
Status: Was healthy and available to pitch in the postseason, but wasn't on the playoff roster. (updated Sept. 30)

LHP
Injury: Torn UCL in left elbow
Expected return: 2027
Status: Underwent Tommy John surgery on Sept. 23, 2025. (updated March 25)

LATEST TRANSACTIONS

Nov. 2
•  3B : Team option for 2027 exercised
•  RHP: : Selected to 40-man roster
•  RHP : Acquired from the Rays in exchange for cash and added to 40-man roster
•  C César Salazar: Selected to 40-man roster.
•  OF : Outrighted off the 40-man roster; elects free agency

Oct. 30
•  RHP : Declared free agency after Astros didn't pick up his option for 2027

Oct. 29
•  RHP , RHP , LHP , OF , C , OF : Declared free agency

Oct. 27
•  OF : Released so that he can pursue an opportunity with a club in Asia.