Dominic Minchella

Dominic Minchella

Joined: Jan 3, 2026

Dominic Minchella is a 2024 Eastern Michigan University graduate with a BA in Communications, Media, and Theatre Arts and a Journalism minor. He covers Major League Baseball for On SI and spends his free time watching games and sharing his insights.

Houston Astros starting pitcher Hunter Brown (58) walks back to the dugout.

Houston Astros manager Joe Espada (19) talks to the media in the dugout.

A view of the ballpark, the field, and the sunset during the playing of the national anthem before a World Series game.

Houston Astros starting pitcher Tatsuya Imai (45) departs the mound.

Houston Astros manager Joe Espada (19) exits the dugout.

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The Astros pitching staff has faced struggles this season, but what are Joe Espada's thoughts on his pitchers?

Houston Astros starting pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. throws a pitch against the Los Angeles Dodgers in the 2017 World Series.

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The Astros will face the Dodgers at Daikin Park this week. Who will be the starting pitchers?

Houston Astros starting pitcher Mike Burrows (50) walks to the dugout before the game.

The Houston Astros traded for Mike Burrows this offseason, hoping for great results, but he has been very unlucky at the start of the 2026 season.

Houston Astros starting pitcher Spencer Arrighetti (41) reacts after getting a strikeout.

Lineups and starting pitcher breakdown for the Houston Astros.

Houston Astros pitcher Mike Burrows (50) pitches against the Boston Red Sox.

Although the Houston Astros have struggled with pitching early in the season, it was not the reason for their loss in the series opener against the Boston Red Sox.

Houston Astros first baseman Christian Walker (8) rounds the bases after hitting a home run.

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The Houston Astros have received a much improved version of Christian Walker compared to what they had in 2025.

Houston Astros manager Joe Espada (19) blows a bubble while waiting for the start of a game.

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The Houston Astros' loss highlighted two players, one for a potential positive reason and the other for a negative one.

Houston Astros third baseman Carlos Correa (1) is greeted by designated hitter Jose Altuve (27) and shortstop Jeremy Pena (3) following his two-run home run.

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The Houston Astros have a chance to exploit struggling pitcher Shane Baz and gain momentum for a winning streak.

Houston Astros first baseman Christian Walker (8) tosses his bat after hitting a home run.

The Astros may not have won at home this weekend, but Christian Walker had a terrific performance.

Houston Astros general manager Dana Brown talks on the field before the game.

The Houston Astros' general manager refuses to blame his staff despite their slow start and current standings.

Houston Astros starting pitcher Spencer Arrighetti (41) delivers a pitch.

Spencer Arrighetti had the best start of his career with the Houston Astros against the New York Yankees.

Houston Astros manager Joe Espada talks with a player in the dugout.

The Houston Astros await the return of Josh Hader.