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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.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Rise of Tommy John surgeries in Houston-area youth baseball highlights growing concern for medical, coaching experts
Read full article: Rise of Tommy John surgeries in Houston-area youth baseball highlights growing concern for medical, coaching expertsWhen Astros pitchers Cristian Javier and José Urquidy went down last month with Tommy John surgery, there were questions about whether or not that specific injury is on the rise.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
Nearly 1,000 kids tryout for Houston Astros Foundation baseball league in Acres Homes
Read full article: Nearly 1,000 kids tryout for Houston Astros Foundation baseball league in Acres Homes“This is a great opportunity to play baseball in the summer. We always like to say we try to give kids at bat,” academy director Wade Daryl said.
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.
Lance McCullers, Jr. opens Maven Coffee & Cocktails at Thompson Hotel, talks rehab and return
Read full article: Lance McCullers, Jr. opens Maven Coffee & Cocktails at Thompson Hotel, talks rehab and returnAstros starting pitcher Lance McCullers, Jr. is working his way back from surgery on his right forearm, and believes his new passion project has helped him attack his rehab.
Astros promote former top prospect Forrest Whitley
Read full article: Astros promote former top prospect Forrest WhitleyNearly eight years after being drafted, pitcher Forrest Whitley will likely finally have the chance to make his MLB debut, as he has been called up by the Houston Astros, the team announced.