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Michael Brantley talks retirement at Mr. October Foundation Celebrity Golf Classic
Read full article: Michael Brantley talks retirement at Mr. October Foundation Celebrity Golf ClassicAfter 19 years in professional baseball and 15 years in the major leagues, Michael Brantley hung up his cleats this offseason, ending a career that saw him get a World Series ring, 5 All-star selections and a Silver Slugger.
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.
‘Thank you, Uncle Mike!’: Astros fans all around react to outfielder Michael Brantley’s retirement
Read full article: ‘Thank you, Uncle Mike!’: Astros fans all around react to outfielder Michael Brantley’s retirementAstros fans, locally and nationally are emotional after outfielder Michael Brantley, who announced his retirement Friday morning after 15 MLB seasons, including five of those seasons with Houston.
‘Forever a Champion’: Houston Astros All-Star Michael Brantley retires after 15 seasons
Read full article: ‘Forever a Champion’: Houston Astros All-Star Michael Brantley retires after 15 seasonsHouston Astros’ Michael Brantley has announced his retirement from baseball after 15 seasons, Major League Baseball announced Friday.
Cristian Javier struggles as Houston Astros lose to Texas Rangers in ALCS Game 7
Read full article: Cristian Javier struggles as Houston Astros lose to Texas Rangers in ALCS Game 7Cristian Javier flopped and the Houston Astros never recovered, losing 11-4 to the Texas Rangers in Game 7 of the AL Championship Series.
José Abreu homers again to power the Astros past the Twins 3-2 and into their 7th straight ALCS
Read full article: José Abreu homers again to power the Astros past the Twins 3-2 and into their 7th straight ALCSJosé Abreu homered for the third time in two games for the Houston Astros in a 3-2 win over the Minnesota Twins.
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.
Abreu hits grand slam and 3-run shot, Astros complete sweep with 12-3 win over Rangers
Read full article: Abreu hits grand slam and 3-run shot, Astros complete sweep with 12-3 win over RangersJosé Abreu hit a grand slam and a three-run homer as the Houston Astros completed a three-game sweep of the slumping Texas Rangers with a 12-3 victory.
Bregman, Alvarez homer in 1st inning leading Astros over Red Sox 6-2
Read full article: Bregman, Alvarez homer in 1st inning leading Astros over Red Sox 6-2Alex Bregman and Yordan Alvarez hit back-to-back homer runs in the first inning and the Houston Astros continued their late-August surge with a 6-2 win over the Red Sox.
Michael Brantley returns to Astros after missing 14 months with shoulder injury
Read full article: Michael Brantley returns to Astros after missing 14 months with shoulder injuryMichael Brantley returned from the injured list by the Houston Astros and played his first major league game in 14 months, The 36-year-old outfielder started in left field and batted sixth against the Boston Red Sox.
Brantley “feels good” as he works his way back to MLB
Read full article: Brantley “feels good” as he works his way back to MLBAstros left fielder Michael Brantley had a stop and start rehab process in 2023 as he worked his way back from shoulder surgery. Earlier this season, Brantley got to a rehab assignment before fatigue in his surgically repaired shoulder forced a shutdown.
Rookies shine for Astros as Kessinger homers, Julks has 4 hits in 4-1 win over Rockies
Read full article: Rookies shine for Astros as Kessinger homers, Julks has 4 hits in 4-1 win over RockiesRookie Grae Kessinger hit his first career home run and fellow rookie Corey Julks had a career-high four hits to lead the Houston Astros to a 4-1 win over the Colorado Rockies.
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.
Alvarez lifts Astros over Braves in matchup of last 2 champs
Read full article: Alvarez lifts Astros over Braves in matchup of last 2 champsYordan Alvarez hit a tiebreaking, two-run home run with two outs in the ninth inning, and the Houston Astros rallied from a three-run deficit to beat the Atlanta Braves 6-4 in a matchup of the last two World Series champions.
Astros’ Michael Brantley joins Sugar Land Space Cowboys for rehab assignment following shoulder surgery
Read full article: Astros’ Michael Brantley joins Sugar Land Space Cowboys for rehab assignment following shoulder surgeryHouston Astros left fielder Michael Brantley is set to join Triple-A affiliate Sugar Land Space Cowboys on Sunday for his rehab assignment following last year’s right shoulder surgery.
Astros into the new year: What’s going on with the team, what’s left to do for a 2023 World Series run
Read full article: Astros into the new year: What’s going on with the team, what’s left to do for a 2023 World Series runMerry Christmas, Astros fans! You got your present six weeks ago, but I’m sure there are still plenty of Astros jerseys under the tree (except maybe Jeremy Peña jerseys, which are notoriously hard to find according to our Mario Diaz.
Astros sign veteran outfielder Michael Brantley to 1-year deal
Read full article: Astros sign veteran outfielder Michael Brantley to 1-year dealVeteran outfielder Michael Brantley has signed a one-year, $12 million deal to remain with the Houston Astros after missing more than half of last season with a shoulder injury.
Astros look to improve in key areas ahead of 2023 season, these are the players that could help
Read full article: Astros look to improve in key areas ahead of 2023 season, these are the players that could helpHey guys, it’s Ari Alexander and I’m back from San Diego where MLB held its annual Winter Meetings. There was a lot of action because annual hasn’t meant annual for two years due to COVID, so this was really the first event since 2019. I got to chat with Dusty Baker, Astros Ops. Director Bill Firkus, Kyle Tucker and a number of other baseball people in the know about what the Astros can be expected to do this offseason as well as other teams, so let’s dig in.
Dusty Baker agrees to new Houston Astros contract extension after 2022 World Series title
Read full article: Dusty Baker agrees to new Houston Astros contract extension after 2022 World Series titleThe Houston Astros just won their second World Series in six years and have been a consistent presence in the playoffs.
McCullers goes 6 shutout innings in return, Astros down A’s
Read full article: McCullers goes 6 shutout innings in return, Astros down A’sLance McCullers Jr. pitched six shutout innings in his season debut, Alex Bregman homered and Trey Mancini had three hits as the Houston Astros beat the Oakland Athletics 8-0.
Astros acquire 1B Mancini from Orioles in 3-team trade
Read full article: Astros acquire 1B Mancini from Orioles in 3-team tradeThe Houston Astros have acquired first baseman Trey Mancini from the Baltimore Orioles in a three-team trade that also moved speedy outfielder Jose Siri to the Tampa Bay Rays.
Urquidy, backed by Bregman, Maldonado, leads Astros over A’s
Read full article: Urquidy, backed by Bregman, Maldonado, leads Astros over A’sJosé Urquidy allowed four hits over a career-high eight innings to win his third straight decision, helping the Houston Astros keep rolling with an 8-3 win over the Oakland Athletics.
Tucker homers, Valdez goes 8 in Astros’ 9-1 romp over Mets
Read full article: Tucker homers, Valdez goes 8 in Astros’ 9-1 romp over MetsKyle Tucker had a three-run homer and a stolen base, Yordan Alvarez hit his 23rd home run and Framber Valdez pitched a gem to lift the Houston Astros over the New York Mets 9-1.
Yankees' Judge walks off Astros for 2nd time in 4 days
Read full article: Yankees' Judge walks off Astros for 2nd time in 4 daysAaron Judge drove a three-run homer in the 10th inning for his second walk-off hit against Houston in four days, and the New York Yankees recovered after nearly being no-hit for the second consecutive game, beating Houston 6-3 to split a four-game series between the AL’s best teams.
Tucker goes deep as Astros rally in 8th to beat Rangers 4-3
Read full article: Tucker goes deep as Astros rally in 8th to beat Rangers 4-3Kyle Tucker extended his hitting streak to 13 games with a go-ahead homer in the eighth inning, and the AL West-leading Houston Astros rallied for a 4-3 victory over the Rangers.
Rangers get 3rd win in row, 5-3 over AL West-leading Houston
Read full article: Rangers get 3rd win in row, 5-3 over AL West-leading HoustonBrad Miller grounded an RBI single through a drawn-in infield for the go-ahead run in the eighth inning and the Texas Rangers beat AL West-leading Houston 5-3 for their third consecutive victory.
Verlander wins 8th, Peña, Altuve homer, Astros beat Marlins
Read full article: Verlander wins 8th, Peña, Altuve homer, Astros beat MarlinsJustin Verlander earned his major league-leading eighth win, Jeremy Peña and Jose Altuve homered and the Houston Astros snapped their three-game losing streak with a 9-4 victory over the Miami Marlins.
Garrett, Marlins extend win streak to 5, beat Astros 5-1
Read full article: Garrett, Marlins extend win streak to 5, beat Astros 5-1The Miami Marlins got a solid start from rookie Braxton Garrett and Jon Berti drove in two runs to help them extend their winning streak to five games with a 5-1 victory over the Houston Astros.
Chisholm, Aguilar each hit 2 HRs as Marlins down Astros 7-4
Read full article: Chisholm, Aguilar each hit 2 HRs as Marlins down Astros 7-4Jazz Chisholm Jr. and Jesús Aguilar each hit two home runs to power the Miami Marlins to their fourth straight win with a 7-4 interleague victory over the Houston Astros Friday night.
Perez, Royals snap 5-game skid, end Astros’ win streak at 5
Read full article: Perez, Royals snap 5-game skid, end Astros’ win streak at 5Salvador Perez broke a scoreless tie with a two-run homer in the sixth inning and the Kansas City Royals ended a five-game losing streak, beating the Houston Astros 6-0.
McCormick late HR, Astros bullpen crisp in 3-1 win over A’s
Read full article: McCormick late HR, Astros bullpen crisp in 3-1 win over A’sChas McCormick hit a tiebreaking home run off Frankie Montas leading off the eighth inning and the Houston Astros got a scoreless effort from their bullpen, beating the Oakland Athletics 3-1.
Gurriel helps Astros beat Guardians 2-1 to win series
Read full article: Gurriel helps Astros beat Guardians 2-1 to win seriesYuli Gurriel and José Siri had two hits each, Cristian Javier tied a career high with nine strikeouts and the Houston Astros beat the Cleveland Guardians 2-1 to win their series.
Ramírez homers, McKenzie sharp as Cleveland downs Astros 6-1
Read full article: Ramírez homers, McKenzie sharp as Cleveland downs Astros 6-1José Ramírez homered with four RBIs and Triston McKenzie pitched seven sharp innings to help the Cleveland Guardians to a 6-1 win over the Houston Astros Monday night.
Pivetta tosses 2-hitter to lead Red Sox past Astros 5-1
Read full article: Pivetta tosses 2-hitter to lead Red Sox past Astros 5-1Nick Pivetta pitched a two-hitter, Xander Bogaerts hit a solo home run, Rafael Devers added an RBI double and the Boston Red Sox beat the Houston Astros 5-1 in the rubber match of their three-game series.
Houston rockets: Astros hit 5 HRs in 2nd, rout Red Sox 13-4
Read full article: Houston rockets: Astros hit 5 HRs in 2nd, rout Red Sox 13-4The Astros tied the MLB record for most home runs in an inning, hitting five off Red Sox starter Nathan Eovaldi as part of a nine-run second to help Houston rout Boston 13-4.
Astros stretch winning streak to 6 with 3-2 win over Tigers
Read full article: Astros stretch winning streak to 6 with 3-2 win over TigersJose Altuve homered early, and Michael Brantley tripled in a two-run eighth to help the Houston Astros run their winning streak to a season-best six games with an 3-2 victory over the Detroit Tigers.
Verlander solid again as Astros complete sweep of Mariners
Read full article: Verlander solid again as Astros complete sweep of MarinersJustin Verlander turned in another solid start, and Alex Bregman had three hits and three RBIs and the Houston Astros completed a three-game sweep of the Seattle Mariners with a 7-2 win.
Bichette homers, Gausman fans 10 as Blue Jays top Astros 3-2
Read full article: Bichette homers, Gausman fans 10 as Blue Jays top Astros 3-2Santiago Espinal drove in the go-ahead run with an RBI single in the seventh inning, Bo Bichette added a two-run home run, and the Toronto Blue Jays beat the Houston Astros 3-2.
Springer homers twice vs former team, Jays beat Astros 2-1
Read full article: Springer homers twice vs former team, Jays beat Astros 2-1George Springer homered twice against his former team, leading José Berríos and the Toronto Blue Jays over Houston 2-1 and snapping the Astros’ season-long winning streak at four.
Astros slug 3 HRs in 4th straight win, 11-7 over Blue Jays
Read full article: Astros slug 3 HRs in 4th straight win, 11-7 over Blue JaysJeremy Peña hit a three-run home run, Yordan Alvarez and Alex Bregman also connected, and the Houston Astros beat the Toronto Blue Jays 11-7, extending their winning streak to four games.
Springer greets Houston fans with leadoff HR, Blue Jays win
Read full article: Springer greets Houston fans with leadoff HR, Blue Jays winGeorge Springer hit a leadoff homer in the first game against his former team, and Santiago Espinal homered for the second straight game to lift the Toronto Blue Jays to a 3-2 win over the Houston Astros.
Ohtani overpowers in 2-way performance, Angels blank Astros
Read full article: Ohtani overpowers in 2-way performance, Angels blank AstrosTwo-way star Shohei Ohtani pitched perfect ball into the sixth inning, tied a career-best with 12 strikeouts and also had two hits and two RBIs to lead the Los Angeles Angels over the Houston Astros 6-0.
Suzuki, Marsh help Angels to 7-2 win over Houston Astros
Read full article: Suzuki, Marsh help Angels to 7-2 win over Houston AstrosJo Adell tied a career-high with three hits and Kurt Suzuki and Brandon Marsh drove in two runs each as the Los Angeles Angels used a big fifth inning to break open the game and cruise to an 7-2 win over the Houston Astros Tuesday night.
Alvarez blasts two home runs in return to lineup, Astros win home opener 8-3 over the Angels
Read full article: Alvarez blasts two home runs in return to lineup, Astros win home opener 8-3 over the AngelsThere was plenty of excitement leading into the Houston Astros’ home opener, and Yordan Alvarez created even more of it with his bat.
France’s homer backs rookie Brash, Mariners beat Astros 7-2
Read full article: France’s homer backs rookie Brash, Mariners beat Astros 7-2Ty France hit a three-run homer, rookie starter Matt Brash took an odd no-hitter into the sixth inning, and the Seattle Mariners beat the Houston Astros 7-2 for a rare series victory against their AL West rivals.
Marte, Beer help D-backs rally past Astros 3-2 in 10 innings
Read full article: Marte, Beer help D-backs rally past Astros 3-2 in 10 inningsKetel Marte had the game-ending sacrifice fly in the 10th inning after Seth Beer tied it with a single, and the Arizona Diamondbacks rallied for a 3-2 win over the Houston Astros.
Peña homers with parents watching, Astros thump Angels 13-6
Read full article: Peña homers with parents watching, Astros thump Angels 13-6Jeremy Peña hit his first major league home run while his parents were being interviewed on the broadcast, Kyle Tucker went deep twice and the Houston Astros pounded the Los Angeles Angels 13-6.
Valdez bests Ohtani, Astros top Angels 3-1 for opener record
Read full article: Valdez bests Ohtani, Astros top Angels 3-1 for opener recordFramber Valdez outpitched Shohei Ohtani with 6 2/3 dominant innings of two-hit ball, and the Houston Astros tied the longest opening day winning streak in major league history with a 3-1 victory over the Los Angeles Angels.
Braves throw 2-hitter, blank Astros 2-0 for 2-1 Series lead
Read full article: Braves throw 2-hitter, blank Astros 2-0 for 2-1 Series leadRookie starter Ian Anderson and the Braves' bullpen took a no-hit bid into the eighth inning, Austin Riley and Travis d’Arnaud drove in runs and Atlanta beat the Houston Astros 2-0 to grab a two games to one lead in the World Series.
World Siri: Rookie propels Astros past Braves to tie Series
Read full article: World Siri: Rookie propels Astros past Braves to tie SeriesRookie Jose Siri sparked a team whose biggest stars took a while to shine, sending the Houston Astros to a 7-2 victory over the Atlanta Braves that evened the World Series at one game apiece.
Astros awaken for 7 in 9th, beat Boston 9-2 to tie ALCS 2-2
Read full article: Astros awaken for 7 in 9th, beat Boston 9-2 to tie ALCS 2-2Jose Altuve hit a tying home run in the eighth inning and the Houston offense awakened with seven runs in the ninth on Tuesday night as the Astros came back to beat the Boston Red Sox 9-2.
Correa's time: Late HR helps Astros top Bosox in ALCS opener
Read full article: Correa's time: Late HR helps Astros top Bosox in ALCS openerCarlos Correa hit a tiebreaking home run in the seventh inning that helped the Houston Astros beat the Boston Red Sox 5-4 in Game 1 of the AL Championship Series.
Altuve, Astros going back to ALCS after routing White Sox
Read full article: Altuve, Astros going back to ALCS after routing White SoxJose Altuve hit a three-run homer and scored four times, and the Houston Astros eliminated the Chicago White Sox with a 10-1 victory in Game 4 of their AL Division Series.
McCullers shines as Astros beat White Sox 6-1 in Game 1
Read full article: McCullers shines as Astros beat White Sox 6-1 in Game 1Lance McCullers Jr. pitched scoreless ball into the seventh inning and Yordan Alvarez homered to lead the Houston Astros to a 6-1 victory over the Chicago White Sox in Game 1 of their best-of-five AL Division Series.
Turner, Gurriel win batting titles in boom-and-bust season
Read full article: Turner, Gurriel win batting titles in boom-and-bust seasonTrea Turner of the Los Angeles Dodgers and Houston’s Yuli Gurriel won their first batting titles in a season of boom and bust that saw four teams lose 100 games for only the third time, and four 90-game winners in the AL East alone.
AL batting champion Gurriel helps lift Astros over A’s 7-6
Read full article: AL batting champion Gurriel helps lift Astros over A’s 7-6AL batting champion Yuli Gurriel hit a winning RBI single in the ninth inning, and the AL West champion Houston Astros headed to the postseason with a 7-6 win over the Oakland Athletics.
Rays clinch top seed in AL playoffs, stall Astros in West
Read full article: Rays clinch top seed in AL playoffs, stall Astros in WestDrew Rasmussen and three relievers combined for a three-hitter, Brandon Lowe and Ji-Man Choi both homered and the Tampa Bay Rays coasted past the Houston Astros 7-0, giving them the No. 1 seed in the American League playoffs.