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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Shohei Ohtani lost sleep after translator was accused of stealing millions of dollars from him
Read full article: Shohei Ohtani lost sleep after translator was accused of stealing millions of dollars from himShohei Ohtani says he lost sleep after his translator was accused of stealing millions of dollars from the two-way baseball star.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Rangers reliever Brock Burke broke his non-throwing hand by punching a wall after a poor outing
Read full article: Rangers reliever Brock Burke broke his non-throwing hand by punching a wall after a poor outingTexas Rangers reliever Brock Burke broke his non-throwing hand while punching a wall following a poor outing Friday night against the Houston Astros.
THOUGHTS AFTER THE NO-HITTER: Let us know!
Read full article: THOUGHTS AFTER THE NO-HITTER: Let us know!After starting the year 0-4, the Houston Astros notched their first win Monday night in dominant fashion, beating Toronto 10-0. With two more games lined up against the Blue Jays, the Astros are looking to correct course ahead of a trip to Arlington. Can they do it, or was last night just a flash in the pan?
Juan Soto throws out tying run at plate in 9th inning of Yankees' debut, 5-4 win over Astros
Read full article: Juan Soto throws out tying run at plate in 9th inning of Yankees' debut, 5-4 win over AstrosJuan Soto threw out the potential tying run at the plate in the ninth inning of his Yankees debut after starting New York’s comeback from a four-run deficit in a season-opening 5-4 win over the Houston Astros.
Astros Spring Training Notes: Full Squad Workouts, Bregman’s contract situation and Peña’s new swing
Read full article: Astros Spring Training Notes: Full Squad Workouts, Bregman’s contract situation and Peña’s new swingThe Houston Astros held their first full squad workout Monday in West Palm Beach, where new manager Joe Espada sent a message in a team meeting - this is a World Series contender. While Espada declined to go into the specifics of his speech, players intimated Espada laid out how much talent and experience this club has.
Baseball legend Reggie Jackson raises nearly $1 million in star-studded golf tournament
Read full article: Baseball legend Reggie Jackson raises nearly $1 million in star-studded golf tournamentAstros special advisor and Baseball Hall of Famer Reggie Jackson raised nearly $1 million for STEM education through his Mr. October Foundation Monday, at his charity golf tournament, according to the Houston Astros.
And the nominees for the 2024 Houston Sports Awards are...
Read full article: And the nominees for the 2024 Houston Sports Awards are...The 2024 Houston Sports Awards, presented by TDECU, honors both professional and high school athletes and includes the induction of the newest class into the Houston Sports Hall of Fame.
Astros agree to 1-year deals with 6 players, including All-Stars Framber Valdez and Kyle Tucker
Read full article: Astros agree to 1-year deals with 6 players, including All-Stars Framber Valdez and Kyle TuckerThe Houston Astros have agreed with six players on one-year contracts that avoided arbitration, including All-Star lefty Framber Valdez and outfielder Kyle Tucker.
Soto gets record $31 million, 1-year deal with Yankees. Guerrero asks for $19.9M from Blue Jays
Read full article: Soto gets record $31 million, 1-year deal with Yankees. Guerrero asks for $19.9M from Blue JaysJuan Soto and the New York Yankees have agreed to a $31 million, one-year contract that broke Shohei Ohtani’s record for an arbitration-eligible player.
Astros’ Yordan Alvarez, Kyle Tucker selected to All-MLB team; earn Second-Team honors
Read full article: Astros’ Yordan Alvarez, Kyle Tucker selected to All-MLB team; earn Second-Team honorsYordan Alvarez and Kyle Tucker of the Houston Astros were both selected to the All-MLB team, earning Second-Team honors.
Should Martin Maldonado re-sign with the Houston Astros? Search for backup catcher, relievers underway, and more
Read full article: Should Martin Maldonado re-sign with the Houston Astros? Search for backup catcher, relievers underway, and moreGM Meetings in Scottsdale had to wrap up a day early thanks to widespread...uhh...gastrointestinal distress, as was reported over there. In the meantime, GM Dana Brown spoke with assorted media present and revealed some nuggets about the Astros’ strategy this offseason.
👑TUCK REIGNS SUPREME: Houston Astros’ Kyle Tucker wins 1st career AL Silver Slugger Award
Read full article: 👑TUCK REIGNS SUPREME: Houston Astros’ Kyle Tucker wins 1st career AL Silver Slugger AwardHouston Astros’ outfielder Kyle Tucker won his first career American League Silver Slugger Award on Thursday, Louisville Slugger announced.
Search for new Astros manager begins as Dusty Baker announces retirement
Read full article: Search for new Astros manager begins as Dusty Baker announces retirementThe Astros, as you know, were on the cusp of another trip to the World Series which would have been their third straight but those plans were derailed by the Texas Rangers when they came back to Houston and took down the Astros in the ALCS winning game 6 and again in game 7 that closed the door on the 2023 season. The big news after their elimination of course was Dusty Baker announcing his retirement after 26 years as a Major League manager.
Down, but not out: Houston Astros look to bounce back in Game 3 in Arlington
Read full article: Down, but not out: Houston Astros look to bounce back in Game 3 in ArlingtonIt’s not the start they wanted with the Astros dropping the first two games of the ALCS at Home. They’ve stunk it up at MMP and no excuses all season and are already in the playoffs where they are 1-3.
2 friends to pass out 1K gold crowns during postseason Astros home games to support King Tuck
Read full article: 2 friends to pass out 1K gold crowns during postseason Astros home games to support King TuckTwo best friends plan to pass out 1,000 gold crowns during every Houston Astros postseason home game in honor of Kyle Tucker, who is the team’s outfielder.
Astros boost wild card lead with contentious 8-3 win over Mariners behind Dubon’s 3-run homer
Read full article: Astros boost wild card lead with contentious 8-3 win over Mariners behind Dubon’s 3-run homerMauricio Dubón hit a tiebreaking, three-run homer in the fourth inning, and the Houston Astros boosted their lead over the Seattle Mariners for the last AL wild card with a contentious 8-3 win.
Mullins hits 3-run homer in 9th to lift Orioles to 8-7 win over Astros
Read full article: Mullins hits 3-run homer in 9th to lift Orioles to 8-7 win over AstrosCedric Mullins hit a three-run homer in the ninth inning to rally the Baltimore Orioles past the Houston Astros 8-7 in a matchup of American League division leaders.
Noda’s 1-out single in 9th ends no-hit bid, Astros win 6-2 and send Athletics to 100th loss
Read full article: Noda’s 1-out single in 9th ends no-hit bid, Astros win 6-2 and send Athletics to 100th lossHunter Brown and the Houston Astros held Oakland hitless until Ryan Noda’s one-out single in the ninth inning of a 6-2 victory on that sent the Athletics to first consecutive 100-loss seasons since the 1960s.
Justin Verlander faces his former team, Kyle Tucker hits his 26th homer as Astros rout Tigers 17-4
Read full article: Justin Verlander faces his former team, Kyle Tucker hits his 26th homer as Astros rout Tigers 17-4Justin Verlander struck out seven over five scoreless innings and Kyle Tucker hit his 26th homer in the third inning, helping the Houston Astros rout the Detroit Tigers 17-4 on Sunday.
Astros' Framber Valdez holds Tigers hitless through 7 innings
Read full article: Astros' Framber Valdez holds Tigers hitless through 7 inningsFramber Valdez of the Houston Astros pitched seven no-hit innings against the Detroit Tigers, then was removed after matching his career high with 114 pitches.
Adam Duvall hits 3-run homer in the 10th in the Red Sox’s 7-5 victory over the Astros
Read full article: Adam Duvall hits 3-run homer in the 10th in the Red Sox’s 7-5 victory over the AstrosAdam Duvall hit a three-run homer in the 10th inning to lift the Boston Red Sox to a 7-5 victory over the Houston Astros on Wednesday night.
Bregman, Tucker, McCormick homer in 1st inning as the Astros rout Marlins 12-5
Read full article: Bregman, Tucker, McCormick homer in 1st inning as the Astros rout Marlins 12-5Alex Bregman, Kyle Tucker and Chas McCormick homered in the first inning, and the Houston Astros built a huge early lead and beat the Miami Marlins 12-5.
Kyle Tucker's 9th-inning grand slam off Félix Bautista lifts Astros to 7-6 victory over Orioles
Read full article: Kyle Tucker's 9th-inning grand slam off Félix Bautista lifts Astros to 7-6 victory over OriolesKyle Tucker’s grand slam off Félix Bautista in the top of the ninth inning gave the Houston Astros a 7-6 victory over the Baltimore Orioles.
Yainer Diaz, Yordan Alvarez homer off Luis Severino to help Astros beat Yankees 7-3
Read full article: Yainer Diaz, Yordan Alvarez homer off Luis Severino to help Astros beat Yankees 7-3Yainer Diaz hit a three-run homer in the first inning off a struggling Luis Severino, Yordan Alvarez homered in the fifth to knock out the right-hander and the Houston Astros beat the New York Yankees 7-3 on Friday night.
McCormick has 6 RBIs, Díaz hits RBI single in the ninth to give Astros 10-9 win over Rangers
Read full article: McCormick has 6 RBIs, Díaz hits RBI single in the ninth to give Astros 10-9 win over RangersChas McCormick homered with a career-high six RBIs before a tiebreaking RBI single by Yainer Díaz with one out in the ninth lifted the Houston Astros to a 10-9 win over the Texas Rangers.
Abad picks up his first win in six years. Rockies beat Astros 4-3 as bullpen shines
Read full article: Abad picks up his first win in six years. Rockies beat Astros 4-3 as bullpen shinesEzequiel Tovar lined a go-ahead triple in the fourth and the Rockies hung on to beat the Houston Astros 4-3 in a bullpen game where Colorado used seven pitchers.
Astros go deep 5 time to rally for 9-8 win over Angels despite Ohtani’s MLB-best 34th homer
Read full article: Astros go deep 5 time to rally for 9-8 win over Angels despite Ohtani’s MLB-best 34th homerAlex Bregman connected for a two-run homer with two outs in the ninth inning for his fourth hit of the game, Chas McCormick went deep twice and the Houston Astros rallied from a four-run deficit to defeat the Los Angeles Angels 9-8, despite Shohei Ohtani’s major league-leading 34th homer of the season.
Shohei Ohtani allows 4 earned runs, takes the loss in the Astros' 7-5 win over the spiraling Angels
Read full article: Shohei Ohtani allows 4 earned runs, takes the loss in the Astros' 7-5 win over the spiraling AngelsShohei Ohtani allowed four earned runs on five hits and left the mound in the sixth inning shortly before Mauricio Dubon’s tiebreaking two-run single in the Houston Astros’ 7-5 victory over the Los Angeles Angels.
Maldonado’s homer in eighth gives Houston Astros 3-2 win over Seattle Mariners
Read full article: Maldonado’s homer in eighth gives Houston Astros 3-2 win over Seattle MarinersMartín Maldonado hit a tiebreaking solo home run in the eighth inning to lift the Houston Astros to a 3-2 victory over the Seattle Mariners.
Astros rally for 12-11 win to take series over AL West-leading Texas after blowing 8-run lead
Read full article: Astros rally for 12-11 win to take series over AL West-leading Texas after blowing 8-run leadJosé Abreu and Chas McCormick had back-to-back RBI doubles in the ninth inning and the second-place Houston Astros beat the AL West-leading Texas Rangers 12-11 after blowing an eight-run lead.
Tucker has 5 RBIs, Bergman hits slam and Astros rout Cards and Wainwright 14-0
Read full article: Tucker has 5 RBIs, Bergman hits slam and Astros rout Cards and Wainwright 14-0Kyle Tucker homered and drove in five runs, Alex Bregman hit his third grand slam this season and the Houston Astros blew out Adam Wainwright and the St. Louis Cardinals 14-0.
Dodgers rally to beat Astros 8-7 after Houston reliever Stanek called for balk in 8th
Read full article: Dodgers rally to beat Astros 8-7 after Houston reliever Stanek called for balk in 8thJames Outman scored the go-ahead run on a balk by Houston reliever Ryan Stanek in a wild eighth inning and the Los Angeles Dodgers rallied to beat the Astros 8-7 for their fourth straight victory.
Reds score 3 in 10th to get 9-7 win over Astros, extend winning streak to 8
Read full article: Reds score 3 in 10th to get 9-7 win over Astros, extend winning streak to 8Rookie Elly De La Cruz and Jake Fraley both drove in runs in a three-run 10th that lifted the Cincinnati Reds to a 9-7 win over the Houston Astros on Sunday.
Nats' manager Martinez uses photo evidence to demand baseline rule fix
Read full article: Nats' manager Martinez uses photo evidence to demand baseline rule fixWashington Nationals manager Dave Martinez is demanding that Major League Baseball change its basepath rule after catcher Keibert Ruiz’s ninth-inning throw hit runner Jake Meyers, resulting in a throwing error that gave the Houston Astros a 5-4 win.
Nats' manager Martinez uses photo evidence to demand baseline rule fix
Read full article: Nats' manager Martinez uses photo evidence to demand baseline rule fixWashington Nationals manager Dave Martinez is demanding that Major League Baseball change its basepath rule after catcher Keibert Ruiz’s ninth-inning throw hit runner Jake Meyers, resulting in a throwing error that gave the Houston Astros a 5-4 win.
Julks hits 1st slam, surging Astros homer four times in 11-4 win over Blue Jays
Read full article: Julks hits 1st slam, surging Astros homer four times in 11-4 win over Blue JaysCorey Julks hit his first career grand slam, Brandon Bielak matched his career high by pitching 6 2/3 innings and the Houston Astros used a season-high 19 hits to beat the Toronto Blue Jays 11-4.
Bregman, Abreu and Tucker help Astros past Angels 5-2 as Blanco get first MLB win
Read full article: Bregman, Abreu and Tucker help Astros past Angels 5-2 as Blanco get first MLB winAlex Bregman and José Abreu had two RBIs each and Kyle Tucker added three hits to lead the Houston Astros to a 5-2 win over the Angels in a game during which where Los Angeles manager Phil Nevin was ejected.
DeSclafani throws 8 scoreless as Giants shut out Astros 2-0
Read full article: DeSclafani throws 8 scoreless as Giants shut out Astros 2-0Anthony DeSclafani pitched eight scoreless innings and Camilo Doval completed the three-hitter to lead the San Francisco Giants to a 2-0 win over the Houston Astros on Tuesday night.
Álvarez, Tucker lead Astros past Braves for 3rd straight win
Read full article: Álvarez, Tucker lead Astros past Braves for 3rd straight winYordan Álvarez and Kyle Tucker each hit a two-run homer in the sixth inning off Kyle Wright, and the Houston Astros beat the Atlanta Braves 6-3 for their third straight victory.
McCormick, Tucker, Peña all homer as Astros down Tigers 8-2
Read full article: McCormick, Tucker, Peña all homer as Astros down Tigers 8-2Chas McCormick, Kyle Tucker and Jeremy Peña all homered and combined for six RBIs to help the Houston Astros snap a three-game skid with an 8-2 win over the Detroit Tigers on Wednesday.
Alvarez’s bases-clearing double sends Astros past White Sox
Read full article: Alvarez’s bases-clearing double sends Astros past White SoxYordan Alvarez hit a go-ahead three-run double in the seventh inning, and the Houston Astros rallied past the Chicago White Sox 6-3 on Friday night for their first win of the season.
Kyle Tucker, Astros go to salary arbitration with $2.5M gap
Read full article: Kyle Tucker, Astros go to salary arbitration with $2.5M gapAll-Star outfielder Kyle Tucker went to salary arbitration with the World Series champion Houston Astros, asking for $7.5 million rather than the team’s $5 million offer.
Astros and the arbitration process: These are the deals that got done, those that didn’t and what’s next
Read full article: Astros and the arbitration process: These are the deals that got done, those that didn’t and what’s nextHey guys it’s Ari Alexander, covering the Astros offseason and I’m looking at ARBITRATION DAY! Friday the 13th was when most arbitration deals get done and the Astros knocked out six of their eight very quickly.
6 Houston Astros players selected to All-MLB team
Read full article: 6 Houston Astros players selected to All-MLB teamLet’s go Astros! Six players, including 2B Jose Altuve, DH Yordan Alvarez, RHP Ryan Pressly, OF Kyle Tucker, LHP Framber Valdez and RHP Justin Verlander, have been named to the All-MLB Team presented by Arm & Hammer and OxiClean.
Slugging Abreu joins Astros team looking to repeat as champs
Read full article: Slugging Abreu joins Astros team looking to repeat as champsJosé Abreu has spent his entire nine-year MLB career with the Chicago White Sox, but Astros owner Jim Crane isn’t worried about how the newly signed first baseman will fit in with his teammates in Houston.
Astros’ McCormick, Mancini show off glovework, stop Phils
Read full article: Astros’ McCormick, Mancini show off glovework, stop PhilsHouston Astros center fielder Chas McCormick and fill-in first baseman Trey Mancini both made key defensive plays in the late innings that helped preserve a 3-2 win over the Philadelphia Phillies in Game 5 of the World Series.
Javier holds Phillies hitless through 6, Astros lead 5-0
Read full article: Javier holds Phillies hitless through 6, Astros lead 5-0Cristian Javier, Bryan Abreu and Rafael Montero held the Philadelphia Phillies hitless through eight innings in Game 4 of the World Series, and the Houston Astros led 5-0 after knocking out Aaron Nola in a five-run fifth.
Javier, 'pen hold Phils hitless though 7 innings in Game 4
Read full article: Javier, 'pen hold Phils hitless though 7 innings in Game 4Cristian Javier and Bryan Abreu held the Philadelphia Phillies hitless through seven innings in Game 4 of the World Series, and the Houston Astros led 5-0 after knocking out Aaron Nola in a five-run fifth.
Astros' Peña, Tucker, Phillies' Realmuto win Gold Gloves
Read full article: Astros' Peña, Tucker, Phillies' Realmuto win Gold GlovesAstros rookie shortstop and AL Championship Series MVP Jeremy Peña won his first Gold Glove Award and Houston right fielder Kyle Tucker joined his teammate on the list announced before Game 3 of the World Series.
GOLD GLOVE WINNERS: Astros Jeremy Peña and Kyle Tucker earn elite award ahead of World Series Game 3
Read full article: GOLD GLOVE WINNERS: Astros Jeremy Peña and Kyle Tucker earn elite award ahead of World Series Game 3Houston Astros Jeremy Peña and Kyle Tucker have received a top honor ahead of game 3 of the World Series. They won the 2022 Rawlings Gold Glove Award for their respective positions.
GAME 1 UPDATES: Astros’ Kyle Tucker homers twice, Phillies’ Aaron Nola nowhere near perfect in Houston this time
Read full article: GAME 1 UPDATES: Astros’ Kyle Tucker homers twice, Phillies’ Aaron Nola nowhere near perfect in Houston this timeAaron Nola was nowhere near perfect for the Philadelphia Phillies in Houston for Game 1 of the World Series.