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ASTROS

HOUSTON - OCTOBER 09: Manager Phil Garner #3 of the Houston Astros celebrates with the crowd after Chris Burke #2 hit a solo home run to defeat the Atlanta Braves in Game Four of the 2005 National League Division Series on October 9, 2005 at Minute Maid Park in Houston, Texas. The Astros eliminated the Braves three games to one with a 7-6 victory in the 18th inning. (Photo by Brian Bahr/Getty Images)

Phil Garner, who guided Houston Astros to historic first World Series trip, dies at 76

Read full article: Phil Garner, who guided Houston Astros to historic first World Series trip, dies at 76

Phil Garner, known as 'Scrap Iron' for his gritty playing style, was a three-time All-Star infielder who played 16 seasons in Major League Baseball and later managed several teams, including leading the Houston Astros to their first World Series appearance.

Houston Astros starting pitcher Hunter Brown delivers during the first inning of a baseball game against the Boston Red Sox in Houston, Tuesday, March 31, 2026. (AP Photo/Jon Shapley)

Houston Astros starting pitcher Hunter Brown shelved a few weeks after new developments on shoulder strain

Read full article: Houston Astros starting pitcher Hunter Brown shelved a few weeks after new developments on shoulder strain

Brown will be shutdown by the team for significant time after Grade 2 Shoulder strain diagnosis following examinations with team doctors.

Houston Astros designated hitter Yordan Alvarez watches his solo home run against the Toronto Blue Jays during the sixth inning of a baseball game Wednesday, April 3, 2024, in Houston. (AP Photo/Eric Christian Smith)

Astros slugger Yordan Alvarez named AL Player of the Week after electric start to 2026 MLB season

Read full article: Astros slugger Yordan Alvarez named AL Player of the Week after electric start to 2026 MLB season

Yordan Alvarez leads or is tied for five key categories in Major League Baseball early in this season. Monday he was honored by MLB as the American League Player of the Week.

TEXANS

Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud has been hard at work this offseason
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Texans emphasize they’re ‘fully committed’ to ‘dialed in,’ leaner C.J. Stroud, say contract will ‘take care of itself’

Read full article: Texans emphasize they’re ‘fully committed’ to ‘dialed in,’ leaner C.J. Stroud, say contract will ‘take care of itself’

Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud has had a focused offseason built around lifting weights and throwing sessions: 'C.J. has done a really good job'

Adrian Peterson Jr., Baines Middle School student, football, baseball and track standout and future Ridge Point High School athlete, is the son of retired All-Pro running back Adrian Peterson
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Adrian Peterson Jr., incoming Ridge Point freshman phenom, son of NFL star Adrian Peterson: ‘I believe in the journey’

Read full article: Adrian Peterson Jr., incoming Ridge Point freshman phenom, son of NFL star Adrian Peterson: ‘I believe in the journey’

Adrian Peterson Jr., the son of Hall of Fame candidate running back Adrian Peterson, is a multi-sport star who is paving his own pathway as a standout middle school athlete and incoming Ridge Point High School student.

HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS

Adrian Peterson Jr., Baines Middle School student, football, baseball and track standout and future Ridge Point High School athlete, is the son of retired All-Pro running back Adrian Peterson
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Adrian Peterson Jr., incoming Ridge Point freshman phenom, son of NFL star Adrian Peterson: ‘I believe in the journey’

Read full article: Adrian Peterson Jr., incoming Ridge Point freshman phenom, son of NFL star Adrian Peterson: ‘I believe in the journey’

Adrian Peterson Jr., the son of Hall of Fame candidate running back Adrian Peterson, is a multi-sport star who is paving his own pathway as a standout middle school athlete and incoming Ridge Point High School student.

ROCKETS

HOUSTON, TX - MAY 1: Jabari Smith Jr. #10 of the Houston Rockets drives to the basket during the game against the Los Angeles Lakers during Round One Game Six of the 2026 NBA Playoffs on May 1, 2026 at the Toyota Center in Houston, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty Images)

‘Everyone’s disappointed’: Rockets held to season-low 78 points in Game 6 loss to Lakers to end 2025-26 season

Read full article: ‘Everyone’s disappointed’: Rockets held to season-low 78 points in Game 6 loss to Lakers to end 2025-26 season

With the entire season on the line, the Rockets laid an egg, scoring a season-low total points in a 98-78 beatdown.

LOS ANGELES, CA - APRIL 29: Jabari Smith Jr. #10 and Alperen Sengun #28 of the Houston Rockets celebrate during the game against the Los Angeles Lakers during Round One Game Five of the 2026 NBA Playoffs on April 29, 2026 at Crypto.Com Arena in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Adam Pantozzi/NBAE via Getty Images)

DOWN 3–0, STILL STANDING: Rockets look to force Game 7 vs. LeBron James, Lakers

Read full article: DOWN 3–0, STILL STANDING: Rockets look to force Game 7 vs. LeBron James, Lakers

No team has ever come back from 3–0. Houston is trying to become the first.

Houston Rockets head coach Ime Udoka, center, talks with guard Reed Sheppard (15) and forward Kevin Durant, right, in the second half of an NBA basketball game against the Memphis Grizzlies Friday, March 27, 2026, in Memphis, Tenn. (AP Photo/Brandon Dill)

ROCKETS: Reed Sheppard’s performance could lead to more clutch moments from the young point guard

Read full article: ROCKETS: Reed Sheppard’s performance could lead to more clutch moments from the young point guard

Sheppard's impact on both sides of the floor was critical in holding off LeBron James and the Lakers in game five.

HOUSTON, TEXAS - OCTOBER 24: Kevin Durant #7 of the Houston Rockets sits on the bench prior to a game against the Detroit Pistons at Toyota Center on October 24, 2025 in Houston, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Alex Slitz/Getty Images)

Kevin Durant’s status still in limbo as Rockets look to tie series vs. Lakers Tuesday night

Read full article: Kevin Durant’s status still in limbo as Rockets look to tie series vs. Lakers Tuesday night

As the Houston Rockets look to even their first-round series in the NBA Playoffs against the Los Angeles Lakers, the injury status of their star player remains uncertain.

COLLEGE SPORTS

PORTLAND, OREGON - MARCH 21: Tramon Mark #12 of the Texas Longhorns attempts a shot while being guarded by Jalen Warley #8 of the Gonzaga Bulldogs during the second half in the second round of the 2026 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament at Moda Center on March 21, 2026 in Portland, Oregon. (Photo by Soobum Im/Getty Images)

MARCH MADNESS TRACKER: 2 Texas teams escape first weekend of tournament

Read full article: MARCH MADNESS TRACKER: 2 Texas teams escape first weekend of tournament

We have the Houston Cougars continuing their dynastic March run as a No. 2 seed, a couple of mid-ranking contenders in Texas Tech and TCU, and three double-digit seeds looking to shock the world in Texas A&M, Texas, and SMU.

DYNAMO

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FILE - Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza (15) is interviewed during the trophy ceremony after Indiana defeated Miami in a College Football Playoff national championship game, Monday, Jan. 19, 2026, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky,File)

Coaches group supports earlier CFP finish and proposes changes to accomplish that

Read full article: Coaches group supports earlier CFP finish and proposes changes to accomplish that

The American Football Coaches Association is proposing the elimination of conference championship games and other changes as part of its non-binding recommendation for the College Football Playoff to be completed by the second Monday each January.

Former New England Patriots wide receiver Stefon Diggs reacts after a not guilty verdict at his trial at Norfolk County District Court, Tuesday, May 5, 2026, in Dedham, Mass. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa, Pool)

Stefon Diggs' acquittal clears path for return to the field but he could still face NFL discipline

Read full article: Stefon Diggs' acquittal clears path for return to the field but he could still face NFL discipline

Stefon Diggs’ acquittal in court clears a path for the four-time Pro Bowl wide receiver to return to the field.

Philadelphia 76ers' Nick Nurse, center, yells during a time out during the second half of Game 1 in a second-round NBA basketball playoffs series against the New York Knicks Monday, May 4, 2026, in New York. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)

Nick Nurse steps away from 76ers for brother's funeral, expected back for Game 2 vs Knicks

Read full article: Nick Nurse steps away from 76ers for brother's funeral, expected back for Game 2 vs Knicks

Philadelphia 76ers coach Nick Nurse was away from the team Tuesday ahead of Game 2 of its second-round playoff series against the New York Knicks to attend the funeral of his brother.

A pile of debris is seen in the background as Roman Sandoli, right, prepares to putt at the East Potomac Golf Course, Sunday, May 3, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Julia Demaree Nikhinson)

White House East Wing debris dumped at nearby golf course has toxic metals, report says

Read full article: White House East Wing debris dumped at nearby golf course has toxic metals, report says

The National Park Service says debris from the demolition of the White House East Wing that was dumped at a nearby public golf course has tested positive for lead, chromium and other toxic metals.

Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. speaks as President Donald Trump listens before the signing of a proclamation in the Oval Office at the White House, Tuesday, May 5, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin)

The Presidential Physical Fitness Award is back as Trump revives annual fitness test in US schools

Read full article: The Presidential Physical Fitness Award is back as Trump revives annual fitness test in US schools

President Donald Trump is reviving the Presidential Physical Fitness Award as he reintroduces a competitive physical fitness test in America's schools.

FILE - Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Chris Devenski deliver a pitch against the Cincinnati Reds in the sixth inning of a baseball game in Pittsburgh, Saturday, May 2, 2026. (AP Photo/Tom E. Puskar, File)

Pirates reliever Chris Devenski suspended for intentionally throwing at Reds' Sal Stewart

Read full article: Pirates reliever Chris Devenski suspended for intentionally throwing at Reds' Sal Stewart

Pittsburgh Pirates reliever Chris Devenski was suspended for two games and fined for intentionally throwing at Cincinnati Reds rookie Sal Stewart, Major League Baseball said.

Everton's Iliman Ndiaye, left, and Manchester City's Antoine Semenyo fight for the ball during the Premier League soccer match between Manchester City and Everton in Liverpool, England, Monday, May 4, 2026. (AP Photo/Dave Thompson)

Soccer fan aged 71 arrested at Everton for alleged racist abuse of Manchester City's Semenyo

Read full article: Soccer fan aged 71 arrested at Everton for alleged racist abuse of Manchester City's Semenyo

Everton says a 71-year-old soccer fan was arrested for alleged racist abuse of Manchester City forward Antoine Semenyo at a Premier League game.

Jon Rahm, flanked by teammates Caleb Surratt, left, and Tom McKibbin, right, takes questions during a LIV Golf news conference in Sterling, Va., Tuesday, May 5, 2026. (AP Photo/Ben Nuckols)

Jon Rahm resolves his dispute with European tour as LIV Golf faces loss of Saudi funding

Read full article: Jon Rahm resolves his dispute with European tour as LIV Golf faces loss of Saudi funding

Jon Rahm has resolved his financial dispute with the European tour, a move that potentially gives him a place to compete in 2027 and beyond with LIV Golf facing an uncertain future.

FILE - Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman Victor Hedman, front, celebrates with the bench after scoring against the Buffalo Sabres during the third period of an NHL hockey game Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara, File)
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Lightning captain Victor Hedman says his personal leave this season was to address mental health

Read full article: Lightning captain Victor Hedman says his personal leave this season was to address mental health

Tampa Bay Lightning captain Victor Hedman revealed Tuesday that his absence in the final weeks of the season was caused by a need to address his mental health.

Aryna Sabalenka of Belarus celebrates a point during her match against Hailey Baptiste of the U.S. during the Madrid Open tennis tournament in Madrid, Tuesday, April 28, 2026. (AP Photo/Manu Fernandez)

No. 1 Sabalenka calls for boycott if players don't get bigger cut of Grand Slam revenues

Read full article: No. 1 Sabalenka calls for boycott if players don't get bigger cut of Grand Slam revenues

Top-ranked Aryna Sabalenka believes tennis players should organize a boycott if they don’t start receiving a bigger share of tournament revenues at the Grand Slams.

Arsenal's Bukayo Saka celebrates after scoring his side's second goal during the English Premier League soccer match between Arsenal and Fulham in London, England, Saturday, May 2, 2026. (AP Photo/Kin Cheung)

Arsenal reaches its first Champions League final in 20 years as Saka's goal seals win over Atletico

Read full article: Arsenal reaches its first Champions League final in 20 years as Saka's goal seals win over Atletico

Arsenal is back in the Champions League final for the first time in 20 years thanks to a late first-half goal from Bukayo Saka that secured a 1-0 win over Atletico Madrid.

FILE - Phoenix Mercury forward Satou Sabally (0) looks to pass against the Minnesota Lynx during the first half of Game 2 of a WNBA basketball playoff semifinals series Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2025, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Matt Krohn, File)
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After the CBA opened the floodgates, some notable WNBA All-Stars decided to play closer to home

Read full article: After the CBA opened the floodgates, some notable WNBA All-Stars decided to play closer to home

All-Stars Brittney Griner, Nneka Ogwumike, Skylar Diggins and Satou Sabally all found new places to play this season, taking advantage of free agency.

Alysa Liu arrives at The Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute benefit gala celebrating the opening of the "Costume Art" exhibition on Monday, May 4, 2026, in New York. (Photo by Evan Agostini/Invision/AP)
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Inside the Met Gala, an Olympic champion learns just how famous she's become

Read full article: Inside the Met Gala, an Olympic champion learns just how famous she's become

Guests ascended the famous steps of the Metropolitan Museum and entered a lobby transformed to resemble an Italian garden, with a huge moon hanging from the ceiling.

A scoreboard displays late former New York Yankees broadcaster John Sterling during a tribute to Sterling ahead of a baseball game between the New York Yankees and the Baltimore Orioles, Monday, May 4, 2026, in New York. (AP Photo/Yuki Iwamura)
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Judge wants new Bronx tradition: Sterling's voice booming “Theee Yankees win!" before Sinatra song

Read full article: Judge wants new Bronx tradition: Sterling's voice booming “Theee Yankees win!" before Sinatra song

Aaron Judge hopes John Sterling's iconic call, “Ballgame over.

Vegas Golden Knights right wing Mark Stone (61) celebrates after a goal by Vegas Golden Knights right wing Mitch Marner during the third period of Game 1 of a second-round NHL hockey Stanley Cup playoff series Monday, May 4, 2026, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/John Locher)
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Barbashev scores late on disputed goal as the Golden Knights beat the Ducks 3-1 in Game 1

Read full article: Barbashev scores late on disputed goal as the Golden Knights beat the Ducks 3-1 in Game 1

Ivan Barbashev scored off a terrific pass from Pavel Dorofeyev with 4:58 left to put the Golden Knights ahead for good, and Vegas went on to defeat the Anaheim Ducks 3-1 on Monday night in the opener of their second-round series.