The Houston Astros have taken MLB by storm, and they could get even better by acquiring this slugger from the Baltimore Orioles.

Follow along on Monday for the latest news and rumors: As MLB trade deadline week heats up, one of the top targets on the market received a scare on Monday, July 28.

The Houston Astros are expected to be one of the main buyers at the trade deadline here in less than a week, and what they are looking for has become clear.

With the MLB trade deadline fast approaching, the Astros' injury situation may prompt them to explore an alternative trade path.

David Schoenfield of ESPN predicts that Houston will trade for Baltimore Orioles slugger Ryan O'Hearn.

Entering MLB games today, the Astros are tied with the Arizona Diamondbacks for the second-most wins (29) in baseball since June 1. Of the three clubs to win 29-plus games in the last two months, Houston has played the fewest total games (45) over that span.

The latest reporting reveals if the Astros will once again go after Cardinals star Nolan Arenado after pursuit in offseason.

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