When the Astros use a six-man rotation, each starter receives an extra day of rest and recovery before their next start. If Baker wants to use a starter in long relief, he has option to do so.

With a stretch of 29 games in 30 days on the horizon, the Astros are weighing a move to a six-man rotation. Read more at MLB Trade Rumors.

Manager Dusty Baker said the Astros are considering expanding to a six-man rotation for an upcoming stretch of 33 games in 34 days, meaning that even with a new addition, fans might have to be ...

The Astros are no strangers to a six-man rotation In fact, Baker has mentioned in the past about it being a big part of last season's success.

Houston Astros GM Dana Brown gave his thoughts on the team's use of a six-man rotation and the benefits of such a strategy. Chron Logo Hearst Newspapers Logo Skip to main content ...

The Astros will use a six-man rotation for the time being, as they hope to find more room for some young starters on the roster. Manager Bo Porter told the Houston Chronicle Wednesday the team ...

The Astros are moving right-hander Cristian Javier into what will now be a six-man rotation. Get more details at MLB Trade Rumors.

Following in the Marlins’ footsteps, the Astros have decided to go to a six-man rotation for the remainder of the season. Houston made the change in order to get rookie Dallas Keuchel regular starts ...

Houston Astros manager Dusty Baker set his rotation for the upcoming three-game series against the visiting Baltimore Orioles on Thursday, providing the first glimpse of his shortened five-man ...

The Houston Astros starting rotation is an ever-evolving story this season, with another wrinkle being added today. Manager Joe Espada announced that Cristian Javier will make Thursday's start in ...

For example, opening the season with 20 games in 21 days would seem an ideal stretch for a six-man rotation. So would a slog from April 30-May 22 when the Astros play 22 times in 23 days.