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Hank Aaron rose above racist hate mail and threats in pursuit of Ruth's home run record 50 years ago
Read full article: Hank Aaron rose above racist hate mail and threats in pursuit of Ruth's home run record 50 years agoFormer teammates, Braves executives and family members remember Hank Aaron's unwavering strength despite receiving racist hate mail and threats during his pursuit of Babe Ruth's home run record.
50 years later, a Braves fan shares long-private video of Hank Aaron's 715th home run
Read full article: 50 years later, a Braves fan shares long-private video of Hank Aaron's 715th home runJust in time for the 50-year anniversary of Hank Aaron's record 715th home run, Charlie Russo is making available footage he shot of the homer.
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.
Houston Sports Awards’ Moment of the Year nominees: Relive the magic of these incredible sports moments
Read full article: Houston Sports Awards’ Moment of the Year nominees: Relive the magic of these incredible sports momentsFrom game-changing victories to heart-stopping plays, immerse yourself in the standout moments that defined Houston’s sporting greatness in 2023
Dusty Baker returning to the San Francisco Giants as a special assistant, source says
Read full article: Dusty Baker returning to the San Francisco Giants as a special assistant, source saysDusty Baker is returning to the San Francisco Giants for a third stint with the team, this time as a special assistant in the front office, according to a person with direct knowledge of the hire.
Astros will promote bench coach Joe Espada to be manager, replacing Dusty Baker, AP source says
Read full article: Astros will promote bench coach Joe Espada to be manager, replacing Dusty Baker, AP source saysJoe Espada will be introduced as manager of the Houston Astros on Monday, a person familiar with the hiring told The Associated Press.
Search for new Astros manager begins after Dusty Baker’s retirement; Astros bullpen could be tough to replace; and more
Read full article: Search for new Astros manager begins after Dusty Baker’s retirement; Astros bullpen could be tough to replace; and moreHey guys, it’s Ari Alexander with the Astros newsletter. It’s November and the Astros aren’t playing. It’s weird. Nobody is very used to this, since it hasn’t happened since 2020, so now instead of figuring out what the Astros need to do to take down another World Series title, we’re...looking ahead? Let’s break down what kind of changes could come to this team in 2024.
‘An amazing leader’: Dusty Baker visits Trill Burgers after announcing retirement
Read full article: ‘An amazing leader’: Dusty Baker visits Trill Burgers after announcing retirementHouston Astros Manager Dusty Baker stopped by for burgers at Bun B’s Trill Burgers on Friday, after announcing his retirement, according to a news release from the company.
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.
Dusty Baker through the years: From Dodgers powerhouse to Astros’ World Series Champion
Read full article: Dusty Baker through the years: From Dodgers powerhouse to Astros’ World Series ChampionHouston Astros’ manager and baseball legend Dusty Baker officially announced his retirement on Thursday, and fans are looking back at his history.
Dusty Baker hopes to find a new calling after retiring as Astros manager
Read full article: Dusty Baker hopes to find a new calling after retiring as Astros managerAs Dusty Baker officially ended one notable chapter in his illustrious career, he said Thursday he feels an obligation to do more around the game with his next one.
‘A phenomenal career’: Baseball fans react to Dusty Baker’s reported announcement to retire
Read full article: ‘A phenomenal career’: Baseball fans react to Dusty Baker’s reported announcement to retireAstros fans and baseball fans all over the world are reacting to the reported news of Dusty Baker’s decision to retire.
Dusty Baker tells newspaper he is retiring as manager of the Houston Astros
Read full article: Dusty Baker tells newspaper he is retiring as manager of the Houston AstrosDusty Baker has retired as manager of the Houston Astros, ending an illustrious 26-year career as a big league skipper highlighted by a World Series win last season.
Faced with injuries and an improving AL West, Astros were ‘playing from behind the whole season'
Read full article: Faced with injuries and an improving AL West, Astros were ‘playing from behind the whole season'Coming a win shy of reaching the World Series would be considered a successful season for most teams.
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.
Astros’ Abreu suspended 2 games by MLB, which says he intentionally threw at GarcÃa
Read full article: Astros’ Abreu suspended 2 games by MLB, which says he intentionally threw at GarcÃaHouston Astros pitcher Bryan Abreu was suspended for two games and fined by Major League Baseball, which said he intentionally threw at Adolis GarcÃa of the Texas Rangers during Game 5 of the AL Championship Series.
Benches clear during Astros-Rangers Game 5: Fans react after Abreu, Baker, and Garcia ejected in dramatic 8th inning
Read full article: Benches clear during Astros-Rangers Game 5: Fans react after Abreu, Baker, and Garcia ejected in dramatic 8th inningFireworks flew over Globe Life Stadium in Arlington Friday evening, and no, it’s not because the Astros won 5-4 against the Texas Rangers.
Altuve hits go-ahead homer in 9th, Astros take 3-2 lead over Rangers in ALCS after benches clear
Read full article: Altuve hits go-ahead homer in 9th, Astros take 3-2 lead over Rangers in ALCS after benches clearJose Altuve hit a three-run homer in the ninth inning and the Houston Astros, after getting into another bench-clearing scuffle with the Texas Rangers, rallied for a 5-4 victory in a wild and testy Game 5 of the AL Championship Series.
Abreu, Baker, GarcÃa ejected from ALCS Game 5 as benches clear
Read full article: Abreu, Baker, GarcÃa ejected from ALCS Game 5 as benches clearHouston Astros pitcher Bryan Abreu and manager Dusty Baker were ejected from Game 5 of the AL Championship series after the reliever hit the Texas Rangers’ Adolis GarcÃa with a pitch in the eighth inning, triggering benches to clear two innings after the slugger’s go-ahead home run.
Abreu, Alvarez and Altuve help Astros pull even in ALCS with 10-3 win over Rangers in Game 4
Read full article: Abreu, Alvarez and Altuve help Astros pull even in ALCS with 10-3 win over Rangers in Game 4José Abreu hit a three-run homer right after Yordan Alvarez’s tiebreaking sacrifice fly, and the Houston Astros pulled even in the AL Championship Series with a 10-3 victory over the Texas Rangers in Game 4.
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.
Astros slugger Yordan Alvarez dealing with ailment during ALCS against Rangers, AP source says
Read full article: Astros slugger Yordan Alvarez dealing with ailment during ALCS against Rangers, AP source saysHouston slugger Yordan Alvarez is dealing with an ailment as the Astros face the Texas Rangers in the AL Championship Series, a person familiar with his condition told The Associated Press.
Scherzer and Gray added to ALCS roster as Rangers starters against Astros
Read full article: Scherzer and Gray added to ALCS roster as Rangers starters against AstrosTexas Rangers starters Max Scherzer and Jon Gray were included on the roster for the AL Championship Series against the Houston Astros.
‘I wasn’t even f---ing here’: Astros’ Justin Verlander gives out emotional, yet epic speech following ALDS win
Read full article: ‘I wasn’t even f---ing here’: Astros’ Justin Verlander gives out emotional, yet epic speech following ALDS winHouston Astros’ Justin Verlander gave out a speech his fans will remember.
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 pound 4 homers, with a pair by Abreu, to rout Twins 9-1 and take 2-1 ALDS lead
Read full article: Astros pound 4 homers, with a pair by Abreu, to rout Twins 9-1 and take 2-1 ALDS leadJosé Abreu hit a three-run homer for Houston in a four-run first inning against Sonny Gray and piled on with a two-run shot in the ninth to power the Astros past the Minnesota Twins 9-1.
Minute Maid Park retractable roof to be open for Game 2 of ALDS between Astros and Twins
Read full article: Minute Maid Park retractable roof to be open for Game 2 of ALDS between Astros and TwinsThe retractable roof at Minute Maid Park will be open for Game 2 of the AL Division series between the Houston Astros and Minnesota Twins Sunday night.
Former Astros star Carlos Correa leads Minnesota Twins in ALDS; Dusty Baker admits he’s a favorite
Read full article: Former Astros star Carlos Correa leads Minnesota Twins in ALDS; Dusty Baker admits he’s a favoriteHouston manager Dusty Baker admitted this week that Carlos Correa is one of his favorite players.
Urquidy brilliant in emergency start, pitches Astros to crucial 2-1 win over Diamondbacks
Read full article: Urquidy brilliant in emergency start, pitches Astros to crucial 2-1 win over DiamondbacksJosé Abreu hit a two-run double, José Urquidy pitched six shutout innings in an emergency start and the Houston Astros held off the Arizona Diamondbacks 2-1.
France can’t start for Astros because of family emergency, Urquidy on mound vs. D-backs
Read full article: France can’t start for Astros because of family emergency, Urquidy on mound vs. D-backsThe Houston Astros are having to shuffle their pitching staff during some of the most important games of the season.
MLB playoffs 2023: Verlander gets Game 1, all 8 teams prep for Division Series openers Saturday
Read full article: MLB playoffs 2023: Verlander gets Game 1, all 8 teams prep for Division Series openers SaturdayJustin Verlander is scheduled to start for the Houston Astros against former teammate Carlos Correa and the Minnesota Twins in Game 1 of their AL Division Series on Saturday.
Vintage Verlander silences Seattle as Astros top M’s 5-1 to open key series in playoff race
Read full article: Vintage Verlander silences Seattle as Astros top M’s 5-1 to open key series in playoff raceJustin Verlander took a shutout into the ninth inning, allowing just three hits and worked out of the one jam he faced, and the Houston Astros created some cushion in the AL playoff chase with a 5-1 win over the Seattle Mariners.
Dubon’s 9th-inning single lifts Astros over Orioles 2-1 to stay atop AL West
Read full article: Dubon’s 9th-inning single lifts Astros over Orioles 2-1 to stay atop AL WestMauricio Dubon’s RBI single with one out in the ninth inning lifted the Houston Astros to a 2-1 win over the Baltimore Orioles.
Waldichuk holds Astros hitless in relief, A’s launch 3 homers in 4-0 win to avoid 100th loss
Read full article: Waldichuk holds Astros hitless in relief, A’s launch 3 homers in 4-0 win to avoid 100th lossKen Waldichuk pitched six hitless innings in relief and Brent Rooker hit the first of three home runs by the Oakland Athletics in their 4-0 victory over the Houston Astros.
‘Totally unnecessary’: Astros’ Dusty Baker responds to reports made about Chas McCormick’s playing time
Read full article: ‘Totally unnecessary’: Astros’ Dusty Baker responds to reports made about Chas McCormick’s playing timeHouston Astros’ general manager Dusty Baker is responding to reports after it appeared he had issues with Chas McCormick.
Astros slug their way to the top of the AL West with 16 homers in 3 games to sweep Rangers
Read full article: Astros slug their way to the top of the AL West with 16 homers in 3 games to sweep RangersThe Houston Astros made quite a powerful statement while slugging themselves back to the top of the AL West.
Framber Valdez helps Astros to 7-4 win over Red Sox and first sweep at Fenway Park
Read full article: Framber Valdez helps Astros to 7-4 win over Red Sox and first sweep at Fenway ParkFramber Valdez retired the first 10 Boston batters on Wednesday and took a shutout into the sixth inning to help the Houston Astros beat the Red Sox 7-4 and complete their first sweep at Fenway Park.
Alex Bregman drives in 4 runs to help lead the Astros to a 9-2 win over the Tigers
Read full article: Alex Bregman drives in 4 runs to help lead the Astros to a 9-2 win over the TigersAlex Bregman homered, hit two doubles and drove in four runs to lead the Houston Astros to a 9-2 win over the Detroit Tigers.
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.
President Biden hosts Astros, says he can relate to Dusty Baker, oldest manager to win World Series
Read full article: President Biden hosts Astros, says he can relate to Dusty Baker, oldest manager to win World SeriesPresident Joe Biden says he can relate to Dusty Baker, the oldest manager to win the World Series.
Stanton and McKinney hit homers, Volpe delivers tiebreaking RBI single as Yankees top Astros
Read full article: Stanton and McKinney hit homers, Volpe delivers tiebreaking RBI single as Yankees top AstrosAnthony Volpe hit a tiebreaking RBI single in the sixth inning, helping the New York Yankees to a 4-3 win over the Houston Astros on Thursday night in a rematch of last season’s American League Championship Series.
Houston's pitchers rave about Maldonado after the veteran catches third no-hitter
Read full article: Houston's pitchers rave about Maldonado after the veteran catches third no-hitterWhen MartÃn Maldonado caught Framber Valdez’s no-hitter for the Houston Astros against the Cleveland Guardians Tuesday night, it gave him three in his career, tying him for third-most in MLB history.
Israel conflict, expanding broadband access, exposing youth to Major League Baseball, and more on Houston Newsmakers
Read full article: Israel conflict, expanding broadband access, exposing youth to Major League Baseball, and more on Houston NewsmakersKhambrel Marshall dives into questions about Israel’s democracy.
McCormick has 6 RBIs, DÃaz hits RBI single in the ninth to give Astros 10-9 win over Rangers
Read full article: McCormick has 6 RBIs, DÃaz 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 DÃaz 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.
Shohei Ohtani homers in 9th inning, Angels win 13-12 in 10th on Astros error
Read full article: Shohei Ohtani homers in 9th inning, Angels win 13-12 in 10th on Astros errorShohei Ohtan hit his major league-leading 33rd homer to key the Angels’ tying rally in the ninth inning, and rookie Trey Cabbage scored on rookie Grae Kessinger’s throwing error in the 10th to end Los Angeles’ wild 13-12 victory over the Houston Astros.
Yankees’ Gerrit Cole and Diamondbacks’ Zac Gallen will start the MLB All-Star Game
Read full article: Yankees’ Gerrit Cole and Diamondbacks’ Zac Gallen will start the MLB All-Star GameThe New York Yankees’ Gerrit Cole will start Tuesday night’s All-Star Game for the American League and Arizona’s Zac Gallen will open on the mound for the NL.
Blue Jays’ Romano replaces Astros’ Valdez on American League All-Star roster
Read full article: Blue Jays’ Romano replaces Astros’ Valdez on American League All-Star rosterToronto closer Jordan Romano is replacing Houston starter Framber Valdez on the American League roster for Tuesday’s All-Star Game in Seattle.
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 MarinersMartÃn 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.
Houston Astros’ Yordan Alvarez, Framber Valdez named to 2023 American League All-Star team
Read full article: Houston Astros’ Yordan Alvarez, Framber Valdez named to 2023 American League All-Star teamYordan Alvarez and Framber Valdez have each been named to the 2023 American League All-Star team, Major League Baseball announced Sunday. Alvarez was selected via the player vote while Valdez was selected by MLB, according to a news release.
Astros skipping scheduled start for Framber Valdez because of sprained ankle
Read full article: Astros skipping scheduled start for Framber Valdez because of sprained ankleHouston Astros left-hander Framber Valdez will miss his scheduled start Sunday against AL West-leading Texas because of right ankle soreness.
Bregman’s RBI in the 11th gives the Astros a win over the Dodgers as Freeman gets 2,000th hit
Read full article: Bregman’s RBI in the 11th gives the Astros a win over the Dodgers as Freeman gets 2,000th hitAlex Bregman drove in the game-winning run in the 11th inning and the Houston Astros beat Los Angeles 6-5 despite squandering a three-run lead on a night the Dodgers’ Freddie Freeman collected his 2000th hit.
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.
Dodgers edge defending champion Astros 3-2 as LA fans rain down boos on Altuve and Bregman
Read full article: Dodgers edge defending champion Astros 3-2 as LA fans rain down boos on Altuve and BregmanMichael Busch doubled in the go-ahead in the fourth inning, Mookie Betts homered and the Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the Houston Astros 3-2 in an acrimonious game.
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.
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.
Astros send A's to most losses through 53 games to start season since 1900
Read full article: Astros send A's to most losses through 53 games to start season since 1900Hunter Brown struck out a career-high 10 over seven innings and retired 16 straight hitters during one stretch, Corey Julks drove in three runs on a pair of singles and the Houston Astros bounced back from being shut out the two previous games to beat the Oakland Athletics 5-2.
Houston Astros remain banged up, but reinforcements are on the way
Read full article: Houston Astros remain banged up, but reinforcements are on the wayHey guys, it’s Ari Alexander with the Astros, who are starting to gain some distance on .500 as Dusty Baker likes to say. They’re still banged up but reinforcements seem to be coming.
Houston nonprofit aims to send more than 2,000 Black youth to Astros games over summer
Read full article: Houston nonprofit aims to send more than 2,000 Black youth to Astros games over summerSister 2 Sistah co-founders Rebecca Briscoe and Nakia Cooper are on a mission to bring the love of baseball back to African American households. It is a personal mission, after the two working mothers saw a lack of diversity on the fields and in the stands at Major League Baseball games. KPRC 2's Sofia Ojeda interviews Briscoe and Cooper about their organization's initiative.
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.
World Series champion Astros get visit from Lil Wayne ahead of his Houston concert Tuesday night
Read full article: World Series champion Astros get visit from Lil Wayne ahead of his Houston concert Tuesday nightGrammy Award-winning rapper Lil Wayne visited the World Series champion Houston Astros Tuesday night before their game against the San Francisco Giants.
Houston starter Jose Urquidy placed on IL with shoulder injury
Read full article: Houston starter Jose Urquidy placed on IL with shoulder injuryHouston Astros right-hander Jose Urquidy was placed on the 15-day injured list with inflammation in his right shoulder before the start of a series against the San Francisco Giants on Monday.
Rays win modern record 14th straight at home to start season
Read full article: Rays win modern record 14th straight at home to start seasonRookie Taj Bradley won his third consecutive start to begin his big league career and the Tampa Bay Rays set a modern era MLB record with their 14th consecutive home win to begin a season, 8-3 over the Houston Astros.
Alvarez, Julks deliver late, Astros top Braves 5-2
Read full article: Alvarez, Julks deliver late, Astros top Braves 5-2Yordan Alvarez tied the game with a two-run single in the eighth inning, Corey Julks had a go-ahead pinch-hit single in the ninth, and the Houston Astros won their fourth straight, 5-2 over the Atlanta Braves.
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.
In honor of Jackie Robinson Day, Astros deliver new equipment to 75 baseball and softball players
Read full article: In honor of Jackie Robinson Day, Astros deliver new equipment to 75 baseball and softball playersThe Houston Astros hosted 75 high school baseball and softball players and delivered new equipment to them.
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.
Vaughn’s double lifts White Sox over Astros 3-2 in opener
Read full article: Vaughn’s double lifts White Sox over Astros 3-2 in openerAndrew Vaughn’s tiebreaking, two-run double in the ninth inning lifted the Chicago White Sox to a 3-2 win over the defending World Series champion Houston Astros in their season opener.
Altuve may be out 'a while' due to hand injury, Baker says
Read full article: Altuve may be out 'a while' due to hand injury, Baker saysHouston Astros second baseman Jose Altuve seems headed for a lengthy stint on the injured list after being hit on the hand with a pitch while playing for Venezuela in the World Baseball Classic.