Cusp Dwellers: Houston Astros in the PCL
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We have all read enough about George Springer to satiate our “who’s the next Mike Trout?” fix for the time being. And while Springer might indeed get thrown to the wolves in short order, the two Astros farmhands acquired in the Hunter Pence trade with Philadelphia back in 2011 deserve immediate attention as well: right-handed pitcher Jarred Cosart...
Kyle Lohse looks to continue dominance of Astros
The Houston Astros put together one of their best offensive showings in the series opener with the Milwaukee Brewers.
A repeat performance could be much more difficult to come by against scheduled starter Kyle Lohse, who regularly frustrates the Astros.
Houston aims for a sixth win in seven games Wednesday night as it hosts the Brewers.
Matt Dominguez's grand slam and career...
Carlos Gomez climbs Tal's Hill to make incredible catch (VIDEO)
Minute Maid Park, the home of the Houston Astros, is also home to one of baseball's most distinctive features: Tal's Hill, an elevated patch of grass in deepest center field.
The hill — which juts back 436-feet—makes playing center field at the park harder than at any other stadium in the country.
Milwaukee Brewers center fielder Carlos Gomez had no such trouble...
Fantasy Stock Watch: Anthony Rendon, Jose Altuve
Hourick The fantasy stock report is a weekly article that will provide insight on particular hitters or pitchers whose stock is either rising or falling based on recent performances. This week we will take a look at two 2nd baseman Anthony Rendon and Jose Altuve. Bullish: Anthony RendonAnthony Rendon can handle a bat. The problem with Anthony is his ability to stay healthy...
Astros' Norris a good bet to be moved
Meet Bud Norris. He's a 28-year-old right-handed pitcher for the Houston Astros. He loves to golf. Born and raised in Marin County, Calif., educated at Cal Poly, Norris and his girlfriend are proud owners of an Alaskan Klee Kai named Bailey.
Remember this brief introduction next month, when it is possible your favorite team will trade for him.
With the non-waiver trade deadline...
Brewers endure all-around disappointment in ugly loss
The Milwaukee Brewers and Houston Astros entered 2013 with completely different expectations, but now have very similar records. Houston was completely committed to rebuilding, while the Brewers had postseason hopes.
After Houston's 10-1 rout over Milwaukee on Tuesday -- the first meeting between the two teams since the Astros left the National League Central -- the Brewers...
Brewers endure all-around disappointment in ugly loss
The Milwaukee Brewers and Houston Astros entered 2013 with completely different expectations, but now have very similar records. Houston was completely committed to rebuilding, while the Brewers had postseason hopes.
After Houston's 10-1 rout over Milwaukee on Tuesday -- the first meeting between the two teams since the Astros left the National League Central -- the Brewers...
Astros 10, Brewers 1
Matt Dominguez hit a grand slam and drove in a career-high five runs to back another solid performance by Jordan Lyles, and the Houston Astros rolled to a 10-1 win over the Milwaukee Brewers on Tuesday night.
Carlos Pena had a three-run homer and Chris Carter had two hits and drove in a run as the Astros won for the fifth time in six games.
The 22-year-old Lyles (4-1) yielded seven...
Brewers look to keep building momentum in Houston
Improved pitching has provided a recent spark for the Milwaukee Brewers.
The same could be said of the Houston Astros, and in particular Jordan Lyles.
The Brewers look for another strong performance on the mound from an unlikely source, while Lyles attempts to continue his impressive stretch in the opener of this three-game set Tuesday night.
Milwaukee's starting pitchers...
Video: Astros fan gets tangled up in seats going for foul ball
Your browser does not support iframes.The futility of the Houston Astros goes well beyond the play on the field.Apparently, it extends to the fans and the stands, as well.Watch as one Astros fan gets tangled up in a row of empty seats while attempting to flag down a foul ball during sixth inning of Monday night's game against the Chicago White Sox.He remains stuck while his friends...
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Fan gets stuck in seats after diving for foul ball
Your browser does not support iframes. A Houston Astros fan went tumbling into a row of seats and disappeared while trying to grab a foul ball during Monday night's game at Minute Maid Park, and to make matters worse, the fan was nowhere near where the ball ended up. It happened in the sixth inning as Chicago White Sox batter Alexei Ramirez hit the foul line drive into the...
Road Trip Notes with the Houston Astros
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*Sox 1 – Astros – 2
The crew behind the mike today is – Ken and Mike Huff
The uniform of the day is – Grey with Black Trim, Letters and Numbers
Pitching Staff is - Chris Sale
***Game Two with Houston
*Sox 3 – Astros – 4
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Video: Stanford’s Mark Appel And His Family/Friends Celebrate As They Hear His Name Called No. 1 Overall
Monday morning, a video was posted to Stanford Athletics’ YouTube account of star pitcher Mark Appel and his family celebrating his name being called first in this year’s MLB draft. As you can imagine, everyone was pretty excited.
Appel has since signed with the team that drafted him, the Houston Astros, for $6.35 million – not too shabby.
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Astros rumors: A dozen teams interested in Bud Norris
The hot stove is already starting to simmer, as the July 31 MLB Trade Deadline approaches. While the availability of some players is still being determined, it appears that Houston Astros right-hander Bud Norris is a safe bet to get dealt if he remains healthy. The Baltimore Orioles, San Francisco Giants and Pittsburgh Pirates have already "kicked around the idea of acquiring...
Astros fan makes unbelieveable barehanded catch
Heads up Jim Crane, this man might need a contract.
While the Astros as a team haven't been much to talk about, at least one of the few fans in the stands is making things interesting in the interim.
In the second inning of Sunday's game against the White Sox in Houston, Trevor Crowe hit a bullet foul ball towards left field, which was no match for a quick-handed Astros...
Video: Astros fan makes one-handed catch while holding drink
Your browser does not support iframes.The woeful Astros may want to consider signing this guy to a contract.On Sunday, this fan made a nice one-handed snag while holding his fruity drink in the other hand. This wasn't no lightly batted ball, either. The ball came off Trevor Crowe's bat like a missile down the left field line, but it was no match for this fan and father.He...
The Meet The Mess GIF of the year
The Astros already had theirs, and this is from the Mets, so we’re just waiting on the Marlins and the Dodgers now.
Astros 5, White Sox 4
Jason Castro homered for the second straight game and Matt Dominguez hit a three-run double to help the Houston Astros to their fourth straight win, 5-4, over the Chicago White Sox on Sunday.
Dominguez put Houston on top 3-0 with a double in the second inning, and Castro hit a two-run shot to make it 5-2 in the seventh.
The left-handed Castro hit his first career home run off a...
Houston Astros, Mark Appel agree to $6.35 million deal
The Houston Astros and Mark Appel, the No. 1 pick in the 2013 Major League Baseball draft, have reportedly come to terms on a deal. The Astros and the Stanford right-hander have agreed on a bonus of $6.35 million, the most any player has received under baseball’s new draft bonus rules. The preview high was the $6 million the Minnesota Twins gave high school outfielder Byron Buxton...
Houston Astros, Mark Appel agree to $6.35 million deal
The Houston Astros and Mark Appel, the No. 1 pick in the 2013 Major League Baseball draft, have reportedly come to terms on a deal. The Astros and the Stanford right-hander have agreed on a bonus of $6.35 million, the most any player has received under baseball’s new draft bonus rules. The preview high was the $6 million the Minnesota Twins gave high school outfielder Byron Buxton...
Astros 4, White Sox 3
Jason Castro and Chris Carter homered in the fourth inning to give Houston the lead and the Astros held on for their third straight win, 4-3 over the Chicago White Sox on Saturday night.
The game was tied 1-1 when Castro launched a solo homer into the bullpen in right-center to start the fourth inning. Carter's one-out homer clanged off the foul pole in left field to extend...
Houston Astros make Mark Appel a rich man
Mark Appel is a millionaireCredit: Jake Roth / USA Today Sports
The Houston Astros and Stanford RHP, and number 1 overall 2013 MLB draft pick Mark Appel have agreed to a deal, according to Jon Heyman, Baseball Insider of CBSSports.com. The deal is expected to be worth between $6M and $6.5M, which would leave the Astros with more draft budget to spend money on other picks who have...
Astros News: Brandon Barnes May Force Justin Maxwell Out of Centerfield
Brandon Barnes has been performing well in centerfield during Justin Maxwell‘s DL stint with a hand injury. The 27-year-old is hitting .271/.326/.729 with three home runs and 15 RBI this season and Houston Astros Manager Bo Porter may want to keep Barnes there even after Maxwell’s return.Porter told reporters, “I’m going to say that he will start. I’m not going to say it...
Report: Houston Astros Sign Mark Appel Under Slot Value
Mark Appel will join the Astros organization after a strong senior year for Stanford. (Image Courtesy: Pittsburgh Pirates)
The Houston Astros have agreed to a deal with No. 1 draft pick Mark Appel, according to the sources of CBS Sports’ Jon Heyman. Appel and agent Scott Boras turned down a contract offer from the Pittsburgh Pirates last year.
The contract is worth between $6 million...
Cute couple gets married at ballpark, reception held during game
There are baseball fans, then there are baseball fans. The young couple in this video take their love of baseball, the Houston Astros, and the iconic Killer Bees (Biggio/Bagwell) to a whole new level. See their excitement (courtesy of MLB.com):
My favorite quote:
“It’s the Astros, this is the best place ever to get married!” – Bride
The couple and wedding party was...
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