Astros announce sale of Sugar Land Space Cowboys, Corpus Christi Hooks, Fayetteville Woodpeckers to ownership group
Read full article: Astros announce sale of Sugar Land Space Cowboys, Corpus Christi Hooks, Fayetteville Woodpeckers to ownership groupThe Houston Astros announced they are selling three of their minor league affiliates — the Sugar Land Space Cowboys (Triple-A), Corpus Christi Hooks (Double-A), and Fayetteville Woodpeckers (Single-A).
Contract not renewed for Astros athletic trainer Jeremiah Randall
Read full article: Contract not renewed for Astros athletic trainer Jeremiah RandallAfter a roller-coaster 2025 season that saw the Houston Astros miss the postseason for the first time since 2016, the team has parted ways with head athletic trainer Jeremiah Randall.
Framber Valdez accused of intentionally crossing up catcher after giving up grand slam vs. Yankees
Read full article: Framber Valdez accused of intentionally crossing up catcher after giving up grand slam vs. YankeesHouston Astros pitcher Framber Valdez has been the subject of speculation across MLB after fans alleged, he purposefully crossed up his catcher with a pitch in a moment of frustration in Tuesday’s game.
Stephen A. Smith accidentally calls Texans WR Christian Kirk ‘Charlie Kirk’ in live slip-up on ESPN’s First Take
Read full article: Stephen A. Smith accidentally calls Texans WR Christian Kirk ‘Charlie Kirk’ in live slip-up on ESPN’s First TakeIn an effort to shine light on Christian Kirk’s career night, Stephen A. Smith accidentally confused the Texans’ wide receiver with Charlie Kirk, a conservative political commentator who was assassinated last September.
Defined by defense, ‘swarm culture,’ Texans dominate Steelers, Aaron Rodgers in playoff victory
Read full article: Defined by defense, ‘swarm culture,’ Texans dominate Steelers, Aaron Rodgers in playoff victoryTexans defense flexes muscle in playoff Victory over Steelers, holding them to 175 total yards, no touchdowns with two defensive touchdowns, four sacks of Aaron Rodgers
‘We’re here for it all,’ on to New England: Texans advance to face Patriots in divisional round
Read full article: ‘We’re here for it all,’ on to New England: Texans advance to face Patriots in divisional roundTexans advance to divisional round for third time under DeMeco Ryans' leadership, losing the past two seasons to the Kansas City Chiefs and Baltimore Ravens
Texans Pro Bowl wide receiver Nico Collins suffers concussion, status in question for Patriots game
Read full article: Texans Pro Bowl wide receiver Nico Collins suffers concussion, status in question for Patriots gameTexans star wide receiver Nico Collins is in the NFL concussion protocol after being carted off the field Monday night
Texans vs. Steelers betting outcomes: Here’s how the spread, moneyline and over/under played out in Houston’s 30-6 win
Read full article: Texans vs. Steelers betting outcomes: Here’s how the spread, moneyline and over/under played out in Houston’s 30-6 winThe Houston Texans are back in the postseason for the third straight year, heading to a frigid and chaotic Pittsburgh environment to take on Mike Tomlin, Aaron Rodgers and the Steelers.
Texans tackle Trent Brown back for playoffs from injuries: ‘It’s a game for warriors, gotta do some warrior s---’
Read full article: Texans tackle Trent Brown back for playoffs from injuries: ‘It’s a game for warriors, gotta do some warrior s---’Texans veteran offensive tackle Trent Brown back for playoff game from knee and ankle injuries
‘Build a plane while flying it,’ how A&P Sports Agency, a big-time firm with Houston roots, pioneers NIL world
Read full article: ‘Build a plane while flying it,’ how A&P Sports Agency, a big-time firm with Houston roots, pioneers NIL worldEmerging NIL agency could become legitimate threat in NFL circles with their reach and relationships
REPORT: Rockets ownership in ‘substantive talks’ about relocating WNBA’s Connecticut Sun to Houston
Read full article: REPORT: Rockets ownership in ‘substantive talks’ about relocating WNBA’s Connecticut Sun to HoustonOfficials from the Houston Rockets’ ownership group are reportedly in “substantive talks” with the WNBA’s Connecticut Sun about relocating the franchise to Houston.
Thompson scores late bucket in tied game, Rockets take down Harden’s Clippers in 115-113 thriller
Read full article: Thompson scores late bucket in tied game, Rockets take down Harden’s Clippers in 115-113 thrillerOn Thursday night, the Houston Rockets hosted the Los Angeles Clippers at the Toyota Center in Houston.
‘Damn right’: Kevin Durant reaches 31,000 career points in Rockets’ blowout 117-98 win vs. Suns
Read full article: ‘Damn right’: Kevin Durant reaches 31,000 career points in Rockets’ blowout 117-98 win vs. SunsFriday night, the Houston Rockets hosted the Phoenix Suns in a matchup of the two primary teams in last summer’s blockbuster trade that brought Kevin Durant from the desert to Clutch City.
Rockets, 50 Cent’s G-Unity Foundation, and Kroger to distribute turkeys in Houston
Read full article: Rockets, 50 Cent’s G-Unity Foundation, and Kroger to distribute turkeys in HoustonThe Houston Rockets, 50 Cent's G-Unity Foundation, and Kroger are collaborating to provide Thanksgiving meals to families in need in Houston.
DATA: Texas has the highest NIL transfer portal budget in 2026, with A&M and Tech also ranking highly
Read full article: DATA: Texas has the highest NIL transfer portal budget in 2026, with A&M and Tech also ranking highlyAccording to an analysis by SportsCasting, the Texas Longhorns lead the nation in estimated available Name, Image and Likeness (NIL) spending for transfer portal acquisitions, with a projected $23 million budget — the highest of any squad in the country.
Houston Cougars enter Big 12 play with strong 12-1 overall record
Read full article: Houston Cougars enter Big 12 play with strong 12-1 overall recordAfter falling just two points short of claiming the national championship in the 2025 NCAA Tournament, the Houston Cougars are on a mission to finish the job in 2026.
Last Home Stand: Dynamo salute fans as playoff push intensifies
Read full article: Last Home Stand: Dynamo salute fans as playoff push intensifiesFan Appreciation Night doubles as a playoff push and season send-off with seat upgrades, signed gear, social-media contests and post game remarks from head coach Ben Olsen and a player.
Houston Dynamo FC, Houston Dash announce donation efforts for Hill Country floods
Read full article: Houston Dynamo FC, Houston Dash announce donation efforts for Hill Country floodsThe two major soccer clubs in the Houston area have announced contributions to provide support to those impacted by the Hill Country floods.
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Panthers GM says team will pick up QB Bryce Young's 5th year option, no timeline on extension
Read full article: Panthers GM says team will pick up QB Bryce Young's 5th year option, no timeline on extensionCarolina Panthers general manager Dan Morgan says the team plans to pick up the fifth-year option on quarterback Bryce Young's contract.
Snoop Dogg's NBA analyst role underscores why his on-air presence and global appeal keeps growing
Read full article: Snoop Dogg's NBA analyst role underscores why his on-air presence and global appeal keeps growingSnoop Dogg has made a splash as an NBA analyst, joining Reggie Miller and Terry Gannon during the second half of Peacock's recent Warriors at Clippers broadcast.
US and Mexico flag football teams will play a game during the Super Bowl week in an Olympic preview
Read full article: US and Mexico flag football teams will play a game during the Super Bowl week in an Olympic previewThe week of the Super Bowl in San Francisco features two marquee flag football games.
Jim Hartung, who helped lead U.S. men's gymnastics team to 1984 Olympic gold, dies at 65
Read full article: Jim Hartung, who helped lead U.S. men's gymnastics team to 1984 Olympic gold, dies at 65Jim Hartung, a two-time U.S. Olympian who helped lead the Americans to their first and only gold medal in the men's sport in 1984, has died.
Defined by defense, ‘swarm culture,’ Texans dominate Steelers, Aaron Rodgers in playoff victory
Read full article: Defined by defense, ‘swarm culture,’ Texans dominate Steelers, Aaron Rodgers in playoff victoryTexans defense flexes muscle in playoff Victory over Steelers, holding them to 175 total yards, no touchdowns with two defensive touchdowns, four sacks of Aaron Rodgers
From Olympics to Tom Brady, Fanatics expands into entertainment with new studio
Read full article: From Olympics to Tom Brady, Fanatics expands into entertainment with new studioFanatics, the sports merchandising giant best known for jerseys and collectibles, is moving deeper into entertainment by launching a studio that will produce films, documentaries, live events and digital series tied to sports and culture.
How will climate change reshape the Winter Olympics? The list of possible host sites is shrinking
Read full article: How will climate change reshape the Winter Olympics? The list of possible host sites is shrinkingBelgian biathlete Maya Cloetens is concerned about the future of winter sports in a warming world.
‘We’re here for it all,’ on to New England: Texans advance to face Patriots in divisional round
Read full article: ‘We’re here for it all,’ on to New England: Texans advance to face Patriots in divisional roundTexans advance to divisional round for third time under DeMeco Ryans' leadership, losing the past two seasons to the Kansas City Chiefs and Baltimore Ravens
Texans Pro Bowl wide receiver Nico Collins suffers concussion, status in question for Patriots game
Read full article: Texans Pro Bowl wide receiver Nico Collins suffers concussion, status in question for Patriots gameTexans star wide receiver Nico Collins is in the NFL concussion protocol after being carted off the field Monday night
Trump travel ban leaves Senegal, Ivory Coast fans in limbo for World Cup
Read full article: Trump travel ban leaves Senegal, Ivory Coast fans in limbo for World CupSenegal and Ivory Coast fans who want to support their teams at the World Cup this summer have had their plans upended because of a travel ban imposed by the Trump administration.
Manchester United hires former player Michael Carrick as interim coach until end of the season
Read full article: Manchester United hires former player Michael Carrick as interim coach until end of the seasonManchester United has again turned to former player Michael Carrick to salvage its imploding season.
Venus Williams loses in 1st round of Australian Open tuneup event in Hobart
Read full article: Venus Williams loses in 1st round of Australian Open tuneup event in HobartVenus Williams has lost 6-4, 6-3 to Tatjana Maria in the first round at the Hobart International, the week ahead of her appearance at the Australian Open.
Supreme Court seems likely to uphold state bans on transgender athletes in girls and women's sports
Read full article: Supreme Court seems likely to uphold state bans on transgender athletes in girls and women's sportsThe Supreme Court seems likely to uphold state laws barring transgender girls and women from playing on school athletic teams.
Clippers star James Harden passes Shaquille O'Neal for 9th place on the NBA's all-time scoring list
Read full article: Clippers star James Harden passes Shaquille O'Neal for 9th place on the NBA's all-time scoring listJames Harden has passed Shaquille O’Neal for ninth place on the NBA’s all-time scoring list.
Texans stifle Aaron Rodgers and the Steelers 30-6 for franchise’s 1st road playoff win
Read full article: Texans stifle Aaron Rodgers and the Steelers 30-6 for franchise’s 1st road playoff winThe Houston Texans have secured their first road playoff win in franchise history, beating the Pittsburgh Steelers 30-6.
No more driving to Houston: Baytown’s new events center will host concerts and sports
Read full article: No more driving to Houston: Baytown’s new events center will host concerts and sportsBaytown is officially moving forward with the ExxonMobil Baytown Events Center, a new multi-purpose venue designed to bring concerts, sports tournaments, and community events closer to home. The City Council on Jan 8 approved Barker Rinker Seacat Architecture to lead the design of the project.
No. 1 Indiana, No. 10 Miami should be near full strength for national championship game
Read full article: No. 1 Indiana, No. 10 Miami should be near full strength for national championship gameNo. 10 Miami needs everything at its disposal to slow down top-seeded Indiana’s high-scoring offense in next week’s College Football Playoff championship.