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The Astros Offseason Briefing: October 1, 2026 – Playoffs, Wild Card, Varsho, White Sox, Offseason, Anthony, Sanchez

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October 1, 2026

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Varsho underwent wrist surgery (HC)

The Astros didn’t love getting booed in their own stadium (NYT)

But Sousa apologized for this comments about the fans (NYT)

So, what happens now? (YS)

What could happen this offseason?

MLB News

9/30 scores

Red Sox removed Anthony from their lineup with Hand injury (ESPN)

D-backs waived Sanchez (CBS)

Houston Astros birthdays

IF Chris Johnson (42)

IF Colin Moran (34)

RHP Cy Sneed (34)

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The Astros Offseason Briefing: October 1, 2026 – Playoffs, Wild Card, Varsho, White Sox, Offseason, Anthony, Sanchez