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Astros host Pirates in ongoing game amid roster changes and Lou Gehrig Day

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Last updated Jun 4, 2026

Astros host Pirates in ongoing game amid roster changes and Lou Gehrig Day
Summary

The Houston Astros are facing the Pittsburgh Pirates in Game 62 of the season on June 2, 2026, during their nine-game homestand. Astros pitcher Mike Burrows, facing his former team, took the mound against Bubba Chandler. This matchup marks the first series in Houston since 2024. The Astros are celebrating the sixth annual Lou Gehrig Day with special ceremonies and player tributes. The Astros have made several roster moves recently, including the reinstatement of Josh Hader from the 60-day IL.

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By the Numbers
  • •Astros are currently 27-34, with a recent 7-3 stretch.
  • •Mike Burrows is making his debut against the Pirates after switching teams this offseason.
  • •Astros committed the fewest errors in the AL with a.990 fielding percentage.
  • •3B Isaac Paredes reached 500 career hits in a recent game.
  • •Josh Hader has been reinstated from the injured list.
Latest Updates
  • 11:30 PMYahoo Sports — Astros vs. Pirates Game Discussion: 6/4/2026
  • 11:40 PMYahoo Sports — Astros vs. Pirates Game Thread: Game 63, 6/3/2026
  • 11:30 PMYahoo Sports — Astros vs. Pirates Game Thread: Game 62, 6/2/2026
What they're saying
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TONIGHT’S GAME: The Houston Astros (27-35), who are 6-4 in their last 10 games, will continue their nine-game homestand tonight as they play the second game of a three-game series against their former divisional opponent, the Pittsburgh Pirates (33-28). RHP Spencer Arrighetti (7-1, 1.34 ERA), who was acquired from the Pirates this offseason, will open the series against his former […]

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TONIGHT’S GAME: The Houston Astros (27-34), who are 7-3 in their last 10 games, will continue their nine-game homestand tonight as they open a three-game series against their former divisional opponent, the Pittsburgh Pirates (32-28). RHP Mike Burrows (3-6, 5.40 ERA), who was acquired from the Pirates this offseason, will open the series against his […]

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TONIGHT’S GAME: The Houston Astros (28-35) will continue their nine-game homestand tonight as they play the rubber game of their three-game series opposite their former divisional opponent, the Pittsburgh Pirates (33-29). RHP Kai-Wei Teng (3-3, 2.57 ERA) will try to pitch the Astros to a series victory in what is his his fifth consecutive turn […]

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