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The 25 most iconic MLB batting stances

Throughout MLB's long and storied history, there have been many a batting stance that fans never forget, even long after the player has retired. Here are the 25 most memorable of all time. 

Jose Altuve surpasses Jeff Bagwell in Astros history with base knock

The Houston Astros are once again in the lead in the AL West standings, as they have extended their reign of terror over their division rivals despite losing one of their franchise cornerstones, Alex Bregman, in free agency.

Today in Astros history - May 21

What happened today in team history? 1965 - Kibler did it again Just two days after ejecting Colt .45s manager Luman Harris, umpire John Kibler ejects Bob Aspromonte after arguing a play at third base.

Today in Astros history - May 15

What happened today in team history? 1973 - Spec is pissed During a game against the Atlanta Braves, Houston Astros GM Spec Richardson posted a message on the scoreboard of the Astrodome, blaming home plate umpires Bruce Froemming and Augie Donatelli for the team’s 4-1 loss.

25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026

The stars were out in full force during the 2025 World Series. From Max Scherzer in Toronto to Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and of course, Shohei Ohtani, in Los Angeles, there was no shortage of the game's best under the brightest lights.

Today in Astros history - May 6

What happened today in team history? 1979 - New ownership With the purchase of the team, the Houston Astros have their sixth new owner in their franchise’s history, being bought from Ford Motor Company by shipping giant Dr.

Today in Astros history - May 5

What happened today in team history? 1966 - Lucky No. 13 In a win against the Chicago Cubs in 13 innings, the Houston Astros got their 13th win of the season.

Today in Astros history - April 21

What happened today in team history? 1978 - Astros end in style In a game against the Los Angeles Dodgers, the Houston Astros ended the game in style, turning a triple play.

Today in Astros history - April 15

What happened today in team history? 1968 - Longest shutout in history In a game between the Houston Astros and New York Mets, the longest shutout in MLB history is finally broken when the Astros’ Norm Miller crosses home in the 24th inning to give the Astros the 1-0 win.

Today in Astros history - March 25

What happened today in team history? 2006 - Bagwell gets yet another surgery With bone spurs in his aching right shoulder, Astros first baseman Jeff Bagwell announced he may have to undergo what he calls a “last resort” surgery in order to try and save his career.

Astros’ Hall of Famers react to Billy Wagner’s Cooperstown honor

Several Houston Astros’ legends reacted to Billy Wagner’s selection into the Baseball Hall of Fame. The former closer’s road to Cooperstown began in Houston in 1995.

The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

The best MLB players who never won a World Series

It takes more than one great player to win a championship. These all-time great MLB players had their fair share of personal accomplishments but were never able to win a World Series.

The 24 best players in Houston Astros history

Using WAR to help us rank them, let's look at the top 24 players in the history of the Houston Astros franchise.

The 2017 Baseball Hall of Fame Ballot, Part 2

The '2005 Houston Astros' quiz

The 2005 Houston Astros squad made the franchise's only appearance in the MLB World Series. Can you name every player on the active roster of that team?

The 'Houston Astros retired numbers' quiz

Ten players in Houston Astros franchise history have had a number retired. Can you name them all?

The 'Houston Astros postseason HR leaders' quiz