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Ibáñez's big hit lifts Tigers to 5-2 win over Astros and sweep in AL Wild Card Series
Read full article: Ibáñez's big hit lifts Tigers to 5-2 win over Astros and sweep in AL Wild Card SeriesAndy Ibáñez hit a tiebreaking three-run double in Detroit’s four-run eighth inning, and the Tigers swept the Houston Astros with a 5-2 victory in Game 2 of their AL Wild Card Series.
Astros season comes to an end after Game 2 loss to Detroit Tigers in AL Wild Card
Read full article: Astros season comes to an end after Game 2 loss to Detroit Tigers in AL Wild CardOn Wednesday, the Houston Astros will be playing for their lives against the Detroit Tigers in Game 2 of the MLB Wild Card.
Astros drop Game 1 of Wild Card vs. Tigers after strong outing from Skubal
Read full article: Astros drop Game 1 of Wild Card vs. Tigers after strong outing from SkubalThe Houston Astros have entered win-or-go-home territory after losing Game 1 of the MLB Wild Card against the Detroit Tigers Tuesday afternoon by a score of 3-1.
Skubal sensational, Tigers jump on Valdez early to get 3-1 win over Astros in AL Wild Card Series
Read full article: Skubal sensational, Tigers jump on Valdez early to get 3-1 win over Astros in AL Wild Card SeriesTarik Skubal kept up his stellar season with a sensational playoff debut and the Detroit Tigers got to Framber Valdez early in a 3-1 win over the Houston Astros in their AL Wild Card Series opener.
Justin Verlander left off Astros' Wild Card Series roster, but Yordan Alvarez is back
Read full article: Justin Verlander left off Astros' Wild Card Series roster, but Yordan Alvarez is backThe Houston Astros left three-time Cy Young Award winner Justin Verlander off the roster for their AL Wild Card Series against Detroit but did include injured slugger Yordan Alvarez.
MLB's season turns to October competition, where legacies and fortunes can be made
Read full article: MLB's season turns to October competition, where legacies and fortunes can be madeJapanese superstar Shohei Ohtani has put up some of the best regular season numbers in baseball history over the past six months.
Secrets of the Houston Astros’ winning sinker with Hunter Brown
Read full article: Secrets of the Houston Astros’ winning sinker with Hunter BrownHunter Brown came up through the Astros system as one of the team’s most highly touted pitching prospects. Since then, Brown has pitched to a 2.51 ERA and has been among the best pitchers in all of baseball.
Justin Verlander earns his 262nd win as AL West champion Astros beat Guardians 4-3
Read full article: Justin Verlander earns his 262nd win as AL West champion Astros beat Guardians 4-3Justin Verlander gave up three runs in six innings for his 262nd victory and the AL West champion Houston Astros beat the Cleveland Guardians 4-3.
Astros overcome terrible start to clinch 4th straight AL West title with win over Mariners
Read full article: Astros overcome terrible start to clinch 4th straight AL West title with win over MarinersThe Houston Astros have clinched their fourth straight AL West title with a 4-3 win over the Seattle Mariners, overcoming a terrible start to reach the playoffs for an eighth consecutive year.
Blanco throws 6 shutout innings, Heyward goes deep as Astros beat Angels 6-4 to finish sweep
Read full article: Blanco throws 6 shutout innings, Heyward goes deep as Astros beat Angels 6-4 to finish sweepRonel Blanco threw six scoreless innings, Jason Heyward had a home run among his three hits and the Houston Astros finished off a three-game sweep of the Los Angeles Angels with a 6-4 victory on Sunday afternoon.
Heyward homers, Singleton has 3 hits to help Astros avoid sweep and beat A's 6-3
Read full article: Heyward homers, Singleton has 3 hits to help Astros avoid sweep and beat A's 6-3Jason Heyward hit a two-run homer early and Jon Singleton had three hits, capped by a tiebreaking RBI single in Houston’s four-run eighth inning, and the Astros got a 6-3 win over the Oakland Athletics.
Pavin Smith homers in first 3 at-bats, has 8 RBIs in Diamondbacks' 12-6 win over Astros
Read full article: Pavin Smith homers in first 3 at-bats, has 8 RBIs in Diamondbacks' 12-6 win over AstrosPavin Smith homered in first three at-bats for his first multi-home run game and drove in a career-high eight runs, helping the Arizona Diamondbacks rout the Houston Astros 12-6 on Sunday night to end a three-game losing streak.
Arizona catcher Herrera leaves after being hit on top of head on follow-through
Read full article: Arizona catcher Herrera leaves after being hit on top of head on follow-throughArizona Diamondbacks catcher Jose Herrera left Friday night against the Houston Astros after Kyle Tucker struck him on top of the head on a follow-through in the fifth inning.
Houston Astros activated Kyle Tucker off the 60-day injured list
Read full article: Houston Astros activated Kyle Tucker off the 60-day injured listKyle Tucker was instantly inserted into the lineup, batting 4th, but will not play the field. The Astros star right fielder has been out since June 3 after fouling a ball off his shin.
Source: Astros to recall Catcher Cesar Salazar
Read full article: Source: Astros to recall Catcher Cesar SalazarThe Astros are set to recall catcher Cesar Salazar from Triple-A Sugar Land for the September 1 roster expansion, allowing more flexibility for main catchers Yainer Diaz and Victor Caratini.
Alvarez hits 3 HRs, Arrighetti carries no-hitter into 8th in Astros' 10-0 rout of Phillies
Read full article: Alvarez hits 3 HRs, Arrighetti carries no-hitter into 8th in Astros' 10-0 rout of PhilliesYordan Alvarez hit three home runs and rookie Spencer Arrighetti carried a no-hit bid into the eighth inning as the Houston Astros routed the Philadelphia Phillies and Taijuan Walker 10-0 on Wednesday.
Back-to-back homers from Alex Bregman, Yainer Diaz push Astros past Orioles 6-3
Read full article: Back-to-back homers from Alex Bregman, Yainer Diaz push Astros past Orioles 6-3Alex Bregman and Yainer Diaz hit solo homers on consecutive pitches in the seventh inning, lifting the Houston Astros to a 6-3 victory over the Baltimore Orioles and a split of the four-game series.
The Astros are now 5 1/2 games up in the AL West after shutting out the Orioles 6-0
Read full article: The Astros are now 5 1/2 games up in the AL West after shutting out the Orioles 6-0Spencer Arrighetti outpitched Corbin Burnes, Ben Gamel drove in two runs in his Houston debut and the Astros extended their lead in the AL West to a season-high 5 1/2 games with a 6-0 victory over the Baltimore Orioles.
Source: Astros to sign Hector Neris
Read full article: Source: Astros to sign Hector NerisThe Astros are signing right-handed reliever Hector Neris, a league source tells KPRC 2. Neris opted out of his deal with Houston this offseason, before signing a 2-year, $17 million contract with the Chicago Cubs. The Astros will pay Neris a prorated league minimum for the rest of the season, which will relieve the Cubs of a small portion of the $9 million they owe him for 2024.
Rookies Rafaela and Hamilton help Red Sox to 4-1 victory and series win over Astros
Read full article: Rookies Rafaela and Hamilton help Red Sox to 4-1 victory and series win over AstrosRookie Ceddanne Rafaela doubled twice with two RBIs and fellow rookie David Hamilton added a solo homer in the ninth inning to lead the Boston Red Sox to a 4-1 win over the Houston Astros.
Sources: Houston Astros to call up Shay Whitcomb
Read full article: Sources: Houston Astros to call up Shay WhitcombWhitcomb is known for his power bat, hitting a minor league-leading 35 home runs across two levels in 2023. Whitcomb has 25 home runs in Triple-A in 2024, with an improved strikeout rate and OPS.
Dubón has RBI single in 10th and Astros beat Rays 2-1 for season-best 8th straight win
Read full article: Dubón has RBI single in 10th and Astros beat Rays 2-1 for season-best 8th straight wintwo scoreless innings and the AL West-leading Houston Astros won their season-high eighth straight game by beating the Tampa Bay Rays 2-1.
Valdez follows up no-hit bid with 5 2/3 strong innings as AL West-leading Astros beat Rays 6-1
Read full article: Valdez follows up no-hit bid with 5 2/3 strong innings as AL West-leading Astros beat Rays 6-1Framber Valdez followed up his no-hit bid with 5 2/3 strong innings, and the AL West-leading Houston Astros won their six straight game by beating the Tampa Bay Rays 6-1.
Red Sox OF Jarren Duran issues apology after directing a homophobic slur at a heckling fan
Read full article: Red Sox OF Jarren Duran issues apology after directing a homophobic slur at a heckling fanBoston Red Sox outfielder Jarren Duran has apologized for directing a homophobic slur at a heckling fan during a 10-2 loss to the Houston Astros.
Alex Bregman hits 3-run HR, Yordan Alvarez follows with solo shot as Astros beat Red Sox 10-2
Read full article: Alex Bregman hits 3-run HR, Yordan Alvarez follows with solo shot as Astros beat Red Sox 10-2Alex Bregman hit a three-run homer to key a five-run fifth inning, Yordan Alvarez followed with his third homer in two games and the Houston Astros beat the Boston Red Sox 10-2 to complete a three-game series sweep.
Yordan Alvarez belts 2 home runs, drives in 3 to lift Astros to 5-4 win over Red Sox
Read full article: Yordan Alvarez belts 2 home runs, drives in 3 to lift Astros to 5-4 win over Red SoxYordan Alvarez belted two home runs and drove in three runs, rookie Spencer Arrighetti struck out a season-high 13 over seven innings and the Houston Astros beat the Boston Red Sox 5-4 on Saturday.
Alvarez hits 117 mph homer, Astros beat Rangers 6-4 to take season series again
Read full article: Alvarez hits 117 mph homer, Astros beat Rangers 6-4 to take season series againYordan Alvarez hit a 117 mph homer for the Houston slugger’s hardest shot of the season, Yusei Kikuchi struck out eight pitching into the sixth inning and the Astros beat the Texas Rangers 6-4.
Valdez loses no-hitter with 2 outs in 9th on Seager homer as Astros beat rival Rangers 4-2
Read full article: Valdez loses no-hitter with 2 outs in 9th on Seager homer as Astros beat rival Rangers 4-2Houston pitcher Framber Valdez lost a no-hitter with two outs in the ninth inning when Texas slugger Corey Seager hit a two-run homer in the Astros’ 4-2 victory over the Rangers.
Jose Urquidy and Cristian Javier both had Tommy John surgery | Now what?
Read full article: Jose Urquidy and Cristian Javier both had Tommy John surgery | Now what?The Houston Astros were dealt a crushing blow to their pitching rotation in the early portion of the summer, as the team announced starting pitchers Cristian Javier and Jose Urquidy were both ruled out for the remainder of the 2024 season.
Astros trade three prospects for lefty starter Kikuchi, sources tell KPRC 2
Read full article: Astros trade three prospects for lefty starter Kikuchi, sources tell KPRC 2The Astros have acquired left-handed starter Yusei Kikuchi, sending right-handed pitcher Jake Bloss, outfielder Joey Loperfido and infielder Will Wagner to the Toronto Blue Jays, multiple sources with knowledge of the deal told KPRC 2 Sports.
Oakland All-Star closer Mason Miller breaks left pinky finger pounding training table in frustration
Read full article: Oakland All-Star closer Mason Miller breaks left pinky finger pounding training table in frustrationOakland Athletics All-Star closer Mason Miller broke the pinky finger on his non-pitching hand when he pounded a table in frustration after he was reminded he had to do postgame lifting following Monday night’s game against Houston.
Astros recent surge sets up exciting second half, Randy McIlvoy talks Astros with Sportsradio 610's Brandon Scott
Read full article: Astros recent surge sets up exciting second half, Randy McIlvoy talks Astros with Sportsradio 610's Brandon ScottAstros stand just one game back of the Mariners in the AL West
Bregman’s tiebreaking homer in the seventh leads Astros to 4-3 win over Marlins
Read full article: Bregman’s tiebreaking homer in the seventh leads Astros to 4-3 win over MarlinsAlex Bregman had three RBIs and his tiebreaking two-run home run in the seventh inning lifted the Houston Astros to a 4-3 win over the Miami Marlins Tuesday night.
Pete Alonso to compete in Home Run Derby for 5th time, joins Henderson and Bohm in July 15 field
Read full article: Pete Alonso to compete in Home Run Derby for 5th time, joins Henderson and Bohm in July 15 fieldPete Alonso will participate in his fifth straight Home Run Derby, with the New York Mets first baseman trying to win for the third time.
Twins DH José Miranda sets club record with hits in 10 consecutive plate appearances
Read full article: Twins DH José Miranda sets club record with hits in 10 consecutive plate appearancesMinnesota Twins designated hitter José Miranda has set a team record with hits in 10 consecutive plate appearances.
Dubón has tiebreaking hit, Peña homers as Astros beat Blue Jays 5-3 for 12th win in 14 games
Read full article: Dubón has tiebreaking hit, Peña homers as Astros beat Blue Jays 5-3 for 12th win in 14 gamesMauricio Dubón hit a tiebreaking single in the fifth inning, Jeremy Peña added a solo home run and the Houston Astros beat the Toronto Blue Jays 5-3 on Thursday for their 12th win in 14 games.
Altuve has tiebreaking hit, Alvarez homers for 3rd straight game as Astros beat Blue Jays 9-2
Read full article: Altuve has tiebreaking hit, Alvarez homers for 3rd straight game as Astros beat Blue Jays 9-2Jose Altuve hit a tiebreaking single in a four-run seventh inning, Yordan Alvarez homered for the third straight game and the Houston Astros beat the Toronto Blue Jays 9-2 on Wednesday night for their 11th win in 13 games.
Astros’ Jose Altuve and Yordan Alvarez to be starters in 2024 MLB All-Star Game
Read full article: Astros’ Jose Altuve and Yordan Alvarez to be starters in 2024 MLB All-Star GameTwo members of the Houston Astros, Jose Altuve and Yordan Alvarez, have been named as starters for the 2024 MLB All-Star Game.
Bregman delivers big hit in 8th as surging Astros rally from 5 runs down to beat Mets 9-6
Read full article: Bregman delivers big hit in 8th as surging Astros rally from 5 runs down to beat Mets 9-6Alex Bregman put Houston ahead with a two-run single in the eighth inning and the surging Astros rallied from five runs down for a 9-6 victory over the New York Mets.
Astros shortstop Jeremy Peña misplays pop fly while taking part in an in-game TV interview
Read full article: Astros shortstop Jeremy Peña misplays pop fly while taking part in an in-game TV interviewHouston Astros shortstop Jeremy Peña misplayed a fly ball Friday night in a game against the New York Mets while participating in an in-game interview.
Valdez's strong start helps Astros to 8-1 win to complete 3-game sweep of Orioles
Read full article: Valdez's strong start helps Astros to 8-1 win to complete 3-game sweep of OriolesFramber Valdez pitched seven solid innings and Jeremy Peña and Yainer Diaz had three RBIs apiece to give the Houston Astros an 8-1 win over the Baltimore Orioles and complete a three-game sweep.
Blanco throws 7 strong innings and McCormick homers twice as Astros beat Orioles 5-1
Read full article: Blanco throws 7 strong innings and McCormick homers twice as Astros beat Orioles 5-1Ronel Blanco pitched seven strong innings and Chas McCormick homered twice to lead the Houston Astros to a 5-1 win over the Baltimore Orioles.
Source: Astros to recall outfielder Joey Loperfido
Read full article: Source: Astros to recall outfielder Joey LoperfidoThe Houston Astros are going to recall outfielder Joey Loperfido ahead of Friday’s game against the Baltimore Orioles. Loperfido becomes eligible for a recall Friday after spending ten days in Triple-A, after being optioned.
Astros plan to call up prospect Jake Bloss from Double-A to fill hole in rotation
Read full article: Astros plan to call up prospect Jake Bloss from Double-A to fill hole in rotationThe Houston Astros plan to call up right-hander Jake Bloss from Double-A Corpus Christi to make his major league debut against the Baltimore Orioles on Friday and fill a hole in their injury-depleted rotation.
Hunter Brown tosses 6 impressive innings, César Salazar drives in 2 in Astros' 4-1 win vs. White Sox
Read full article: Hunter Brown tosses 6 impressive innings, César Salazar drives in 2 in Astros' 4-1 win vs. White SoxHunter Brown tossed six innings of one-run ball for his third straight win, backup catcher César Salazar had a pair of RBI singles and the Houston Astros topped the Chicago White Sox 4-1.
Ronel Blanco throws 7 hitless innings, Jose Altuve homers to lead Astros over Tigers 4-1
Read full article: Ronel Blanco throws 7 hitless innings, Jose Altuve homers to lead Astros over Tigers 4-1Ronel Blanco had the second hitless outing of his brief major league career but was pulled after seven innings as the Houston Astros beat the Detroit Tigers 4-1.
Astros' Ronel Blanco seeks another no-hitter, throws 7 hitless innings against Tigers
Read full article: Astros' Ronel Blanco seeks another no-hitter, throws 7 hitless innings against TigersRonel Blanco of the Houston Astros hasn’t allowed a hit through seven innings Sunday against the Detroit Tigers.
Verlander scratched for Astros' game against Tigers because of neck discomfort
Read full article: Verlander scratched for Astros' game against Tigers because of neck discomfortHouston Astros ace Justin Verlander was scratched from his scheduled start against the Detroit Tigers because of neck discomfort.
Astros release José Abreu with $30.8 million remaining on his contract
Read full article: Astros release José Abreu with $30.8 million remaining on his contractThe Houston Astros have released José Abreu, cutting ties with the former AL MVP less than halfway through a three-year, $58.5 million contract.
Sources: Yainer Diaz gets good MRI results, Salazar called up, Loperfido optioned
Read full article: Sources: Yainer Diaz gets good MRI results, Salazar called up, Loperfido optionedThe Houston Astros are expected to activate catcher Cesar Salazar Tuesday, three sources with knowledge of the situation tell KPRC 2, as starting catcher Yainer Diaz deals with swelling in his right index finger.
Austin Slater’s game-winning single in 10th lifts Giants past Astros 4-3
Read full article: Austin Slater’s game-winning single in 10th lifts Giants past Astros 4-3Austin Slater lined the game-winning single into left field with one out in the 10th inning, rallying the San Francisco Giants from two runs down in the inning to beat the Houston Astros 4-3.
Astros pitcher Jose Urquidy may require surgery to right arm, expected to miss rest of 2024 season
Read full article: Astros pitcher Jose Urquidy may require surgery to right arm, expected to miss rest of 2024 seasonJose Urquidy is expected to miss the rest of the 2024 season, and is expected to require surgery on his right arm, three sources with knowledge of the situation tell KPRC 2 Sports.
Valdez throws 7 strong innings, Alvarez homers twice in Astros' 5-2 victory over Twins
Read full article: Valdez throws 7 strong innings, Alvarez homers twice in Astros' 5-2 victory over TwinsFramber Valdez pitched no-hit ball into the seventh inning and Yordan Alvarez hit two of Houston’s four homers in the Astros' 5-2 victory over the Minnesota Twins on Saturday.
Astros put pitcher Cristian Javier on injured list and recall José Abreu from minors
Read full article: Astros put pitcher Cristian Javier on injured list and recall José Abreu from minorsHouston Astros right-handers Cristian Javier and José Urquidy will each undergo an MRI after both experienced forearm discomfort.
Ronel Blanco returns from a suspension to shut down the A's and lead the Astros to a 5-2 win
Read full article: Ronel Blanco returns from a suspension to shut down the A's and lead the Astros to a 5-2 winRonel Blanco held Oakland in check for seven innings in his return from a suspension and Kyle Tucker hit a two-run homer to lead the Houston Astros to a 5-2 victory over the Athletics.
Tucker homers twice, ties for lead with 15 as Astros beat Brewers 9-4 for 9th win in 11 games
Read full article: Tucker homers twice, ties for lead with 15 as Astros beat Brewers 9-4 for 9th win in 11 gamesKyle Tucker homered twice to tie for the major league lead with 15 and drove in four runs, leading the Houston Astros over the Milwaukee Brewers 9-4 for their ninth win in 11 games.
Astros pitcher Ronel Blanco suspended 10 games by MLB for foreign substance found in glove
Read full article: Astros pitcher Ronel Blanco suspended 10 games by MLB for foreign substance found in gloveHouston Astros pitcher Ronel Blanco has received a 10-game suspension for violating Major League Baseball rules prohibiting foreign substances.
Astros starter Ronel Blanco ejected in the fourth inning after a foreign substance check
Read full article: Astros starter Ronel Blanco ejected in the fourth inning after a foreign substance checkAstros starter Ronel Blanco was ejected at the start of the fourth inning of a 2-1 win over the Oakland Athletics on Tuesday night after umpires found a foreign substance that first base umpire Erich Bacchus said was: “the stickiest stuff I’ve felt on a glove.”.
Soto, Judge and Stanton homer in same game with Yankees for 1st time during 9-4 win over Astros
Read full article: Soto, Judge and Stanton homer in same game with Yankees for 1st time during 9-4 win over AstrosJuan Soto homered and drove in five runs, Aaron Judge and Giancarlo Stanton also went deep and the New York Yankees beat the Houston Astros 9-4.
Verdugo powers Yankees to 10-3 blowout against Verlander and Astros
Read full article: Verdugo powers Yankees to 10-3 blowout against Verlander and AstrosAlex Verdugo homered and tied a career high with four RBIs, powering the New York Yankees past Justin Verlander and the skidding Houston Astros 10-3.
Astros look to break losing streak against Yankees
Read full article: Astros look to break losing streak against YankeesThe Houston Astros will be heading to the Empire State for the first time this season, as they will be taking on the New York Yankees in a three-game series. First pitch in Game 1 is slated for Tuesday.
Comcast blacks out 15 regional sports networks in contract dispute with distributor
Read full article: Comcast blacks out 15 regional sports networks in contract dispute with distributorComcast has blacked out 15 regional sports networks offered by Bally Sports, escalating a contract dispute with their distributor.
Kwan has RBI in 10th, makes great defensive play to lead Guardians over Astros 3-2
Read full article: Kwan has RBI in 10th, makes great defensive play to lead Guardians over Astros 3-2Steven Kwan gave Cleveland the lead with his RBI double in the 10th inning and made a diving catch to start a double play in the bottom of the inning to lead the Guardians to a 3-2 win over the Houston Astros.