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MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - APRIL 05: Yordan Alvarez #44 of the Houston Astros takes an at-bat against the Minnesota Twins in the first inning at Target Field on April 05, 2025 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Twins defeated the Astros 6-1. (Photo by David Berding/2025 Getty Images)

Ninth inning homer by Yordan Alvarez fuels Astros’ comeback victory over Twins

Read full article: Ninth inning homer by Yordan Alvarez fuels Astros’ comeback victory over Twins

Sunday afternoon, the Houston Astros took down the Minnesota Twins in a come-from-behind 9-7 victory that decided the weekend series.

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Maven Coffee + Cocktails offers a taste of Houston history and Lance McCullers Jr.’s favorite dish

Read full article: Maven Coffee + Cocktails offers a taste of Houston history and Lance McCullers Jr.’s favorite dish

Maven Coffee + Cocktails, located at Sawyer Yards, has quickly become a beloved spot for locals. What began as a simple coffee stand for Houston Astros fans has grown into a vibrant dining destination, thanks in part to the vision of Astros pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. and his partner, Juan Carlos de Aldecoa.

TEXANS

LSU offensive lineman Miles Frazier (70), offensive lineman Tre'Mond Shorts (52), offensive lineman Emery Jones (50) and long snapper Slade Roy (44) walk of the field after Florida State blocked their extra point with no time remaining, to lose to Florida State, after an NCAA college football game in New Orleans, Sunday, Sept. 4, 2022. Florida State won 24-23. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)
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Source: LSU guard Miles Frazier visited Texans this week

Read full article: Source: LSU guard Miles Frazier visited Texans this week

Texans meet with offensive guard at NRG Stadium

Oklahoma quarterback Michael Hawkins Jr. (9) gains short yards on a keeper as Texas defensive lineman Vernon Broughton, left, and Michael Taaffe (16) make the stop in the first half of an NCAA college football game in Dallas, Saturday, Oct. 12, 2024. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)
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Source: Texas defensive tackle Vernon Broughton visited hometown Texans

Read full article: Source: Texas defensive tackle Vernon Broughton visited hometown Texans

Cypress Ridge graduate Vernon Broughton, a Texas Longhorns starter, visits hometown Texans

HOUSTON, TEXAS - OCTOBER 02: General manager Nick Caserio of the Houston Texans walks across the field before the game against the Los Angeles Chargers at NRG Stadium on October 02, 2022 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Bob Levey/Getty Images)
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How Derek Stingley Jr, Jalen Pitre, Nico Collins ‘earned those opportunities’ for blockbuster paydays

Read full article: How Derek Stingley Jr, Jalen Pitre, Nico Collins ‘earned those opportunities’ for blockbuster paydays

Texans general manager discusses recent contract extensions for Derek Stingley Jr. and Jalen Pitre

HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS

For more high school sports coverage, check out our Big Game Coverage section.

ROCKETS

HOUSTON, TX - MARCH 8: (EDITORS NOTE: This image was created using a fisheye lens) Clutch the Mascot of the Houston Rockets after the game against the New Orleans Pelicans on March 8, 2025 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 2025 NBAE (Photo by Logan Riely/NBAE via Getty Images)
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Houston Mayor John Whitmire declares ‘Rockets Red Day’ ahead of first-round playoffs

Read full article: Houston Mayor John Whitmire declares ‘Rockets Red Day’ ahead of first-round playoffs

If you haven’t gone to work yet today, make sure to throw on something red to support your Houston Rockets!

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 06: Amen Thompson #1 of the Houston Rockets dribbles against Jimmy Butler III #10 of the Golden State Warriors in the third quarter at Chase Center on April 06, 2025 in San Francisco, 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. (Photo by Eakin Howard/Getty Images)
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Rockets to play Warriors in Round 1 of NBA Playoffs

Read full article: Rockets to play Warriors in Round 1 of NBA Playoffs

The Houston Rockets have solidified their spot in the NBA Playoffs, but they are still waiting for their opponent to be determined.

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 13: Alperen Sengun #28 of the Houston Rockets plays defense during the game against the Denver Nuggets on April 13, 2025 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 2025 NBAE (Photo by Logan Riely/NBAE via Getty Images)

Rockets finish regular season with unimpactful loss vs. Nuggets

Read full article: Rockets finish regular season with unimpactful loss vs. Nuggets

The Houston Rockets have officially wrapped up the regular season! Next stop: playoff basketball, which is returning to Houston for the first time since the 2019-20 season.

SAN FRANCISCO, CA - APRIL 6: Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors looks on during the game against the Houston Rockets on April 6, 2025 at Chase Center in San Francisco, 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 Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2025 NBAE (Photo by Noah Graham/NBAE via Getty Images)

Rockets hold Curry to just 3 points, take down Warriors in gritty, physical 106-96 win

Read full article: Rockets hold Curry to just 3 points, take down Warriors in gritty, physical 106-96 win

With the NBA Playoffs just around the corner, the red-hot Houston Rockets earned a physical win against a potential postseason Western Conference opponent.

HOUSTON, TEXAS - APRIL 04: Jalen Green #4 of the Houston Rockets shoots a three point shot against Kenrich Williams #34 of the Oklahoma City Thunder in the first half at Toyota Center on April 04, 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 Tim Warner/Getty Images)

Rockets make statement against top-seeded Thunder with 125-111 win

Read full article: Rockets make statement against top-seeded Thunder with 125-111 win

On Friday, April 4, the Houston Rockets hosted the Oklahoma City Thunder at the Toyota Center.

HOUSTON, TEXAS - APRIL 02: The Houston Rockets celebrate winning the Southwest Division after beating the Utah Jazz by a score of 143-105 at Toyota Center on April 02, 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 Jack Gorman/Getty Images)

Rockets clinch top 6 playoff seed, avoid play-in tournament with blowout win over Jazz

Read full article: Rockets clinch top 6 playoff seed, avoid play-in tournament with blowout win over Jazz

With Wednesday night’s victory over the Utah Jazz, the Houston Rockets have clinched a top six seed in the NBA playoffs and avoided the play-in tournament.

COLLEGE SPORTS

College Basketball: NCAA Final Four: Houston Akeem Olajuwon (34) in action, dunk vs Louisville at The Pit. Albuquerque, NM 4/2/1983 CREDIT: Manny Millan (Photo by Manny Millan /Sports Illustrated via Getty Images) (Set Number: X28282 TK2 )

UH is heading to its seventh Final Four in team history. Here’s how the first six trips went

Read full article: UH is heading to its seventh Final Four in team history. Here’s how the first six trips went

On Sunday, the Houston Cougars took care of the Tennessee Volunteers to punch their ticket to San Antonio, where they will face the Duke Blue Devils in the Final Four of the 2024 NCAA men’s basketball tournament.

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Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (2) get looked at by the medics during second half of an NBA basketball game against theSacramento Kings, Friday, April 11, 2025, in Sacramento, Calif. (AP Photo/Scott Marshall)
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Kawhi Leonard is fresh in mind and body as the streaking Los Angeles Clippers open the playoffs

Read full article: Kawhi Leonard is fresh in mind and body as the streaking Los Angeles Clippers open the playoffs

Kawhi Leonard is fresh in mind and body as the Los Angeles Clippers begin the postseason.

New York Yankees' Jazz Chisholm Jr., center, reacts after getting called out on strikes by home plate umpire John Bacon, left, during the seventh inning of a baseball game against the Tampa Bay Rays Thursday, April 17, 2025, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)
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Chisholm ejected for arguing called 3rd strike during Yankees' 6-3 win over Rays

Read full article: Chisholm ejected for arguing called 3rd strike during Yankees' 6-3 win over Rays

Jazz Chisholm Jr. was ejected from the New York Yankees’ 6-3 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays, then appeared to violate Major League Baseball’s social media policy when he posted in-game criticism online.

Madelene Sagstrom, right, gestures to the crowd after making a hole-in-one on the ninth hole during the first round of the LPGA's JM Eagle LA Championship golf tournament at El Caballero Country Club, Thursday, April 17, 2025, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/William Liang)
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Yan Liu, Ashleigh Buhai share lead at 63 in the LPGA Tour's JM Eagle LA Championship

Read full article: Yan Liu, Ashleigh Buhai share lead at 63 in the LPGA Tour's JM Eagle LA Championship

Yan Liu birdied the final three holes in chilly conditions Thursday afternoon for a 9-under 63 and a share of the first-round lead with Ashleigh Buhai in the LPGA Tour’s JM Eagle Championship at El Caballero.

Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic watches his 3-point shot go in during the second half of an NBA basketball game against the New Orleans Pelicans, Friday, April 4, 2025, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/William Liang)
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Luka Doncic eager to start playing big games for Lakers, starting in playoff date with Timberwolves

Read full article: Luka Doncic eager to start playing big games for Lakers, starting in playoff date with Timberwolves

Luka Doncic has been with the Los Angeles Lakers for 2 1/2 months now, and he’s feeling fairly comfortable in his new home.

Florida State University students wait for news amid an active shooter incident at the schools campus in Tallahassee, Fla., Thursday, April 17, 2025 (AP Photo/Kate Payne)
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Florida State cancels all on-campus sports events through the weekend after on-campus shooting

Read full article: Florida State cancels all on-campus sports events through the weekend after on-campus shooting

Florida State has canceled all home athletic events through the weekend after an on-campus shooting Thursday left two dead and at least six others injured.

Manchester United's Diogo Dalot celebrates scoring during the Europa League quarterfinal second leg soccer match between Manchester United and Olympique Lyon in Manchester, England, Thursday, April 17, 2025. (Martin Rickett/PA via AP)
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Man United seals spectacular comeback to beat Lyon 5-4 and advance to Europa League semifinals

Read full article: Man United seals spectacular comeback to beat Lyon 5-4 and advance to Europa League semifinals

Manchester United blew a two-goal lead and then came back from 4-2 down in extra time to secure a place in the Europa League semifinals.

LSU offensive lineman Miles Frazier (70), offensive lineman Tre'Mond Shorts (52), offensive lineman Emery Jones (50) and long snapper Slade Roy (44) walk of the field after Florida State blocked their extra point with no time remaining, to lose to Florida State, after an NCAA college football game in New Orleans, Sunday, Sept. 4, 2022. Florida State won 24-23. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)
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Source: LSU guard Miles Frazier visited Texans this week

Read full article: Source: LSU guard Miles Frazier visited Texans this week

Texans meet with offensive guard at NRG Stadium

Oklahoma quarterback Michael Hawkins Jr. (9) gains short yards on a keeper as Texas defensive lineman Vernon Broughton, left, and Michael Taaffe (16) make the stop in the first half of an NCAA college football game in Dallas, Saturday, Oct. 12, 2024. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)
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Source: Texas defensive tackle Vernon Broughton visited hometown Texans

Read full article: Source: Texas defensive tackle Vernon Broughton visited hometown Texans

Cypress Ridge graduate Vernon Broughton, a Texas Longhorns starter, visits hometown Texans

Colorado head coach Deion Sanders, left, talks with his son, quarterback Shedeur Sanders before passing drills at Colorado's NFL football pro day Friday, April 4, 2025, in Boulder, Colo. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
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Deion Sanders, Buffs face scrutiny over retiring jersey numbers of Shedeur Sanders, Travis Hunter

Read full article: Deion Sanders, Buffs face scrutiny over retiring jersey numbers of Shedeur Sanders, Travis Hunter

Deion Sanders offered hugs and handshakes as a way to soothe any hard feelings over the recent announcement that Travis Hunter and Shedeur Sanders skipped the line to have their jersey numbers retired this weekend.

FILE - Lesia Tsurenko of Ukraine plays a forehand return to Aryna Sabalenka of Belarus during their third round match at the Australian Open tennis championships at Melbourne Park, Melbourne, Australia, Jan. 19, 2024. (AP Photo/Asanka Brendon Ratnayake, File)
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Ukrainian tennis player Lesia Tsurenko sues WTA and its chairman for causing 'emotional distress'

Read full article: Ukrainian tennis player Lesia Tsurenko sues WTA and its chairman for causing 'emotional distress'

Ukrainian tennis player Lesia Tsurenko has filed an amended lawsuit that accuses the WTA Tour and its chairman, Steve Simon, of a breach of contract, negligence and the “negligent infliction of emotional distress."

FILE - Tennessee quarterback Nico Iamaleava (8) takes a break during the second half of an NCAA college football game against UTEP, Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024, in Knoxville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Wade Payne, File)
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College football players chasing dollars with portal open and House settlement approval delayed

Read full article: College football players chasing dollars with portal open and House settlement approval delayed

The opening of the college football transfer portal has created a dash for cash.