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• Astros Notes: Abreu, McCormick, Urquidy
The Astros are likely to return a couple of regulars to the big league roster in the coming days according to GM Dana Brown, who told club radio broadcaster Robert Ford (as relayed by Chandler Rome of The Athletic and Matt Kawahara of the Houston Chronicle) that both first baseman Jose Abreu and outfielder Chas…...2024Read about Dana Brown latest news
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• Astros Claim Alex Speas, Designate Corey Julks
The Astros have claimed right-hander Alex Speas off waivers from the Athletics, per an announcement from the A’s. Oakland had designated him for assignment earlier this week. The Astros opened a roster spot by designating outfielder Corey Julks for assignment, per Chandler Rome of The Athletic. Speas has been optioned to Triple-A already. Speas, 26,…...2024Read about Corey Julks latest news
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• J.P. France Facing Notable Absence Due To Shoulder Injury
Astros right-hander J.P. France is dealing with a shoulder injury and is going to be out “a while,” per reporting from Chandler Rome of The Athletic. Rome adds in a post on X that manager Joe Espada told SportsTalk 790 that France has been shut down with “right shoulder soreness” and will be sent for…...2024See also Joe Espada rumors
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• Astros Considering Six-Man Rotation
Facing a daunting stretch of 29 games in 30 days, the Astros have considered moving to a six-man rotation for at least the next month, manager Joe Espada said last night (X link via The Athletic’s Chandler Rome). Houston has gotten out to its worst start in recent memory, with the woeful performance from the…...2024See more Joe Espada headline news
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• Astros Designate Joel Kuhnel For Assignment
The Astros announced to reporters, including Chandler Rome of The Athletic, that Joey Loperfido has been officially added to the roster. His imminent promotion was reported over the weekend. In corresponding moves, the club placed infielder Grae Kessinger on the 10-day injured list due to right shoulder discomfort and designated right-hander Joel Kuhnel for assignment.…...2024Continue with Joel Kuhnel breaking news
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• Astros To Option José Abreu
First baseman José Abreu is not with the Astros right now and will be optioned tomorrow to West Palm Beach. As a veteran with over five years of major league service time, Abreu cannot be optioned without his consent but agreed to be sent down in an attempt to overcome his struggles. Chandler Rome of…...2024Continue with José Abreu breaking news today
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• J.P. France Facing Notable Absence Due To Shoulder Injury
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• Framber Valdez Scratched From Start Due To Elbow Soreness
Astros left-hander Framber Valdez was scratched from today’s start due to soreness on the top of his left elbow after playing catch, with Chandler Rome of The Athletic among those to relay the news. While the club is in Arlington to face the Rangers, Valdez is in Houston to meet with team doctors, manager Joe…...2024Read about Framber Valdez
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• Astros LHP out for season after undergoing surgery for thoracic outlet syndromeThe Astros announced to reporters, including Chandler Rome of The Athletic, that left-hander Bennett Sousa underwent surgery to address thoracic outlet syndrome yesterday....2024See more Bennett Sousa injury report
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• Bennett Sousa Undergoes Surgery For Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
The Astros announced to reporters, including Chandler Rome of The Athletic, that left-hander Bennett Sousa underwent surgery to address thoracic outlet syndrome yesterday. He will miss the entire 2024 season. Sousa, 29 on Saturday, has only been with the Astros since September when he was claimed off waivers from the Tigers. But the club is…...2024See also Bennett Sousa injury
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• Outside The Confines: Oh no-no! The first no-hitter of the season!Photo by Logan Riely/Getty Images In just his eighth major league start, Ronel Blanco got the season going in style. Some pitchers wait their whole career and never have a no-hitter. Tyler Gilbert did it in his first major league start in 2021. Ronel Blanco waited a little longer, doing it in his eighth MLB start. And while some might have read the headline and thought it was an April Fool...2024Read about Logan Riely injury report
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• AL West Notes: Verlander, García, Santos, Brash, Sasaki
A pair of Astros starting pitchers are making progress on their way back from injuries. Justin Verlander spoke to reporters (including Chandler Rome of The Athletic) after a successful batting practice session against live hitters on Monday. He believes his next step will be a minor league rehab assignment. Manager Joe Espada provided a similar…...2024See more Justin Verlander injury status
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• Justin Verlander, Astros manager provide updates on aging star's rehabA pair of Astros starting pitchers are making progress on their way back from injuries. Verlander spoke to reporters (including Chandler Rome of The Athletic) after a successful batting practice session against live hitters on Monday....2024Check it out Justin Verlander injury report
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• Astros Claim Penn Murfee From Braves
The Astros have claimed right-hander Penn Murfee from the Braves, reports Chandler Rome of The Athletic. The Astros placed righty Kendall Graveman on the 60-day injured list in a corresponding move. Graveman is going to miss the entire 2024 seasons due to shoulder surgery. More to come....2024Visit the page Penn Murfee injury
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• Effectively Wild Episode 2137: Season Preview Series: Astros and AthleticsBen Lindbergh and Meg Rowley banter about the latest on Gerrit Cole’s elbow and how his uncertain status might affect free agents Blake Snell and Jordan Montgomery, then preview the 2024 Houston Astros (23:42) with The Athletic’s Chandler Rome, and the 2024 Oakland (for now?) Athletics (1:12:15) with The Athletic’s Melissa Lockard. Audio intro: Ian Phillips, […]...2024Visit the page Ben Lindbergh injury update
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• Baker: Michael Brantley Has “Plateaued” In Attempt To Rejoin Astros
Astros outfielder Michael Brantley still hasn’t played this season, repeatedly struggling to get fully back to health after last year’s shoulder surgery. Now manager Dusty Baker tells Chandler Rome of The Athletic that Brantley has “plateaued” in his attempt to come back (Twitter links). “He’s plateaued somewhat,” Baker said in response to a question of...2023Visit the page Michael Brantley
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"The Astros and Jose Altuve have signed a five-year extension, per Chandler Rome of The Athletic (X links)." - 2023
"Astros bench coach Joe Espada has received an interview in the club’s managerial search, GM Dana Brown confirmed this afternoon (link via Chandler Rome of the Athletic)." - 2022
"Astros outfielder Michael Brantley underwent season-ending shoulder surgery in August but told reporters, including Chandler Rome of the Houston Chronicle, that he intends to play next year and should be ready for Spring Training." - 2021
"Astros owner and chairman Jim Crane insists that his club has the resources they need to improve their ball club, per Chandler Rome of the Houston Chronicle (via Twitter)." - 2020
"The sides are still negotiating a contract, per the report, though Chandler Rome of the Houston Chronicle tweets that he has been unable to verify that Baker is indeed the Astros’ choice." - 2019
"Astros GM Jeff Luhnow spoke to Chandler Rome of the Houston Chronicle (Twitter links) and other reporters about today’s five-player trade with the Mets, noting that New York “was aggressive” in asking about J." - 2018
"(H/t Chandler Rome of the Houston Chronicle, via Twitter." - 2015
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• Astros Designate Cooper Hummel For Assignment
The Astros have selected the contract of right-hander Spencer Arrighetti, a move that was reported last night. Right-hander Wander Suero was optioned to Triple-A Sugar Land to open an active roster spot while utility player Cooper Hummel was designated for assignment to open a 40-man spot. Chandler Rome of The Athletic was among those to…...2024Click for news about Wander Suero trade rumors
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• Astros Release Justin Dirden
The Astros have released outfielder Justin Dirden, according to his player page on MLB.com (h/t to Chandler Rome of The Athletic). Dirden signed with Houston as an undrafted free agent following the shortened 2020 draft. Already 23 when he debuted in the Astros system in 2021, the lefty batter quickly made an impact at the…...2024
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• Brown: Astros, Alex Bregman Will Discuss Extension “At Some Point”
Speaking to reporters on Thursday (including Brian McTaggart of MLB.com), Astros general manager Dana Brown said that the team has not yet broached the subject of an extension with Alex Bregman. This aligns with comments Bregman made this spring, telling reporters (including Chandler Rome of The Athletic) that he had not received an offer and…...2024Visit the page Brian McTaggart trade rumors
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• Bregman: No Extension Offer From Astros, Open To In-Season Negotiations
Astros third baseman Alex Bregman spoke to reporters, including The Athletic’s Chandler Rome, this afternoon and revealed that his camp has not yet received an extension offer from the Astros and that he does not expect to receive one before Opening Day this week. Bregman made clear, however, that he would be willing to negotiate…...2024Read about Alex Bregman salary rumors
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• Astros In “Serious Pursuit” Of Blake Snell
The Astros are facing various questions around the health of their rotation and are now in “serious pursuit” of Blake Snell, according to a report from Ken Rosenthal and Chandler Rome of The Athletic. At this point, it’s unclear if any kind of deal is close but it’s a noteworthy development and resembles some earlier…...2024See also Blake Snell salary
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• Effectively Wild Episode 2137: Season Preview Series: Astros and Athletics
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• Outside The Confines: We’re baaaaackPhoto by Matt Thomas/San Diego Padres/Getty Images Batters are taking swings, and baseball is back, baby. It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Players have reported to most training camps and we’re seeing the first signs of activity from some players who were injured last season (I see you, Shohei Ohtani and Manny Machado). While it will be some time before we see any actual play, it...2024See more Shohei Ohtani contract
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• Astros Sign Joel Kuhnel, Drew Strotman To Minor League Deals
The Astros have re-signed right-hander Joel Kuhnel to a minor league contract and invited him to spring training, reports Chandler Rome of The Athletic. Houston also inked righty Drew Strotman to a minor league pact with a non-roster invite to camp. The 28-year-old Kuhnel (29 next month) was designated for assignment by Houston earlier this…...2024Continue with Joel Kuhnel trade rumors
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• Outside The Confines: How do you spell relief?Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images Three relievers find new homes. Some teams still have work to do. The Hall of Fame vote will be announced tomorrow. And other news from around MLB. Good morning. We start out on a bad note today, but things get better after that. Except there are no Cubs trades or signings. That headline sort of pegs me as being of a certain age, doesn’t it? Jeff Passan a...2024See also Jeff Passan contract rumors
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• Astros Notes: Extensions, Hader, Pressly, McCullers
While the Astros prepare for the 2024 season, star infielders Jose Altuve and Alex Bregman are headed into the final years of their contracts, with free agency looming next winter. As relayed by The Athletic’s Chandler Rome, Houston GM Dana Brown recently made clear that the club has not had extension discussions with either player…...2024See more Jose Altuve salary
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• Outside The Confines: How do you spell relief?
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• Walt Weiss, Eric Young mentioned as possible replacements for Dusty Baker in HoustonPhoto by Tyler Schank/Clarkson Creative/Getty Images It might just be speculation, but is probably something to keep an eye on. The Atlanta Braves have been fortunate over their run of six-straight playoff appearances to largely keep their coaching staff intact. With the exception of Rick Kranitz’s addition prior to the 2019 season, the Braves have been able to keep essentially the same c...2023See also Eric Young stats
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• Meet the New Guy: Korey Lee
Between swiping bags on the basepaths and suffocating runners from behind the plate, Korey Lee controls the running game. | Bob Levey/Getty Images The White Sox added a rare power/speed catcher to their top prospects list in the Kendall Graveman deal The Chicago White Sox continued their midseason re-tool on Friday afternoon by trading right-handed reliever Kendall Graveman to the Astros ...2023Click for news about Korey Lee statistics
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• Astros Close Alternate Training Site Due To Positive COVID-19 Test
The Astros’ alternate training site in Corpus Christi was recently shut down due to a positive COVID-19 test, GM James Click told reporters (including MLB.com’s Brian McTaggart and the Houston Chronicle’s Chandler Rome). “As the result of a single positive test, we have shut down the facility out of an abundance of caution while we…...2020Check it out Corpus Christi scores
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• Coronavirus Notes: Astros, Diekman, Teheran, Indians
Astros superstar Alex Bregman had to sit out Wednesday’s practice because the results of his latest coronavirus test did not arrive on time, Chandler Rome of the Houston Chronicle relays. “I look forward to having the issue resolved as soon as possible to rejoin my teammates tomorrow,” Bregman stated. Meanwhile, teammate and outfielder Michael Brantley…...2020See more articles Alex Bregman scores
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• Dusty Baker wants MLB to prevent 'premeditated retaliation' against Astros
Dusty Baker is in the somewhat awkward situation of managing the team that everyone hates right now while simultaneously having nothing to do with the reason they’re hated. Baker is trying to manage the Houston Astros to success amid the backdrop of their prior cheating and the open anger at the organization as a result. That means Baker has seen his players on the end of a lot of criticism, and s...2020Read about Dusty Baker scores
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• Osuna agrees to peace bond, assault charge withdrawn
Astros right-hander Roberto Osuna appeared at a court hearing and agreed to a one-year peace bond, as Chandler Rome of the Houston Chronicle reports (Twitter links). With that agreement, the assault charge from the alleged victim in his pending domestic abuse case was withdrawn. Under the terms of the peace bond, Osuna will not be permitted to contact the alleged victim for one year without writte...2018See more Roberto Osuna stats
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• Outside The Confines: Ohtani sets a new recordPhoto by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images The superstar now has the most home runs by a Japanese-born player. This weekend, Shohei Ohtani continued his quest to add every possible record and history-making milestone to his career record. On Sunday afternoon before a hometown crowd, he hit his 176th career home run. Combined with eight innings of stellar pitching to help win the game, it also...2024Check it out Shohei Ohtani
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• Outside The Confines: Oh no-no! The first no-hitter of the season!
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• Outside The Confines: How do you spell relief?
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• Outside The Confines: Being a kid againPhoto by Rob Carr/Getty Images The Nationals and Phillies played the Little League Classic. The Yankees are not good for once. The Padres future is cloudy. Julio Rodríguez goes off. And other news from around MLB. This weekend we had the annual Little League Classic game in Williamsport, Pennsylvania, which is always a lot of fun—especially for the players, who get to (kind of) be little ...2023See also Little League
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• Outside The Confines: Behind the dish no more
Photo by Dilip Vishwanat/Getty Images A former friend is going through some changes. Happy Monday everyone! The big stories over the weekend were the news that the floundering Cardinals are making a bit of a change about where former Cub Willson Contreras will be playing going forward; Royals pitcher Ryan Yarbrough experienced a scary moment on the mound; a former A’s MVP has passed away; ...2023Visit the page Willson Contreras
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• Astros outfielder/DH Yordan Alvarez still not ready to return
Astros outfielder/DH Yordan Alvarez has been dealing with a seemingly minor knee injury. But it’s an increasing threat to his readiness for the upcoming season. Houston manager Dusty Baker says that Alvarez won’t appear on Wednesday as had been scheduled, Chandler Rome of the Houston Chronicle reports on Twitter. His precise timeline is unclear and it’s now uncertain whether he’ll be able to on th...2020Continue with Yordan Alvarez
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• Yordan Alvarez says he played through knee pain all year in 2019
Yordan Alvarez had an unbelievable rookie season in 2019, but he may have actually been held back a little. The Houston Astros slugger told reporters on Thursday that he battled knee pain “all season” last year. Alvarez said through his interpreter, per Chandler Rome of the Houston Chronicle: “I just worked hard every day to make sure I warmed up my lower body properly and just went out and played...2020Check it out Yordan Alvarez
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• Dusty Baker wants MLB to prevent 'premeditated retaliation' against Astros
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• Astros hold press conference on sign-stealing scandal
In the latest confounding development out of the Astros organization, the club held a curious press conference Thursday regarding the team’s still-boiling sign-stealing scandal. Chandler Rome of the Houston Chronicle is among the reporters covering the event on his Twitter feed. In a long-awaited moment, star players Jose Altuve and Alex Bregman offered only cursory statements on a matter that has...2020Click for news about Jose Altuve
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• Astros Hold Press Conference On Sign-Stealing Scandal
In the latest confounding development out of the Astros organization, the club held a curious press conference today regarding the team’s still-boiling sign-stealing scandal. Chandler Rome of the Houston Chronicle is among the reporters covering the event on his Twitter feed. In a long-awaited moment, star players Jose Altuve and Alex Bregman offered only cursory…...2020Click for news about Jose Altuve
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• Astros Expected To Hire Dusty Baker
The Astros have decided to hire Dusty Baker to become their next manager, according to Bob Nightengale of USA Today. The sides are still negotiating a contract, per the report, though Chandler Rome of the Houston Chronicle tweets that he has been unable to verify that Baker is indeed the Astros’ choice. If Baker puts…...2020See also Dusty Baker
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• Here's J.J. Watt Clobbering HRs During Batting Practice at Minute Maid Park
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• Michael Brantley Intends To Play In 2023
Astros outfielder Michael Brantley underwent season-ending shoulder surgery in August but told reporters, including Chandler Rome of the Houston Chronicle, that he intends to play next year and should be ready for Spring Training. Brantley, who will turn 36 in May, has played in 14 MLB seasons at this point and has designs on a…...2022See more Michael Brantley
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• Astros Have Interviewed Joe Espada In Managerial Search
Astros bench coach Joe Espada has received an interview in the club’s managerial search, GM Dana Brown confirmed this afternoon (link via Chandler Rome of the Athletic). That’s no surprise considering he has been viewed by many as the logical choice to replace Dusty Baker atop the Houston dugout. Espada has never managed in the…...2023Continue with Joe Espada
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• Astros Hold Press Conference On Sign-Stealing Scandal
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• Justin Verlander Still Awaiting Qualifying Offer Decision
Astros owner and chairman Jim Crane insists that his club has the resources they need to improve their ball club, per Chandler Rome of the Houston Chronicle (via Twitter). Crane did not mince words when speaking of his team needs, simply calling out the fact that the Astros will be looking for pitching and a…...2021See more Justin Verlander
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• Dusty Baker Has Indicated Plan To Step Away From Managing
The Astros’ season came to an end in disappointing fashion, as Houston dropped an 11-4 contest to the Rangers in Game 7 of the ALCS. That may also be Dusty Baker’s final game as a major league manager. Britt Ghiroli and Chandler Rome of the Athletic report that Baker has recently told people within and…...2023See also Dusty Baker
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• Jose Altuve Leaves WBC Game After Hit By Pitch
8:56PM: According to Astros GM Dana Brown, Altuve’s injury is to his right hand. The second baseman is undergoing tests now, and the Astros will have more information on Sunday. (Hat tip to Chandler Rome of the Houston Chronicle.) 8:48PM: Jose Altuve was removed during the fifth inning of tonight’s United States/Venezuela World Baseball Classic…...2023Click for news about Jose Altuve
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• Justin Verlander Scheduled To Begin Rehab Assignment On Sunday
Astros right-hander Justin Verlander began this year on the injured list but is nearing a return. Manager Joe Espada told members of the beat, including Chandler Rome of The Athletic, that Verlander will throw a bullpen tomorrow and is scheduled to make a rehab start for Triple-A Sugar Land on Sunday if the bullpen goes…...2024See also Justin Verlander
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• Outside The Confines: Oh no-no! The first no-hitter of the season!
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• AL West Notes: Verlander, García, Santos, Brash, Sasaki
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• Justin Verlander, Astros manager provide updates on aging star's rehab
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• Outside The Confines: We’re baaaaack
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• Astros Sign Joel Kuhnel, Drew Strotman To Minor League Deals
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• Walt Weiss, Eric Young mentioned as possible replacements for Dusty Baker in Houston
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• Meet the New Guy: Korey Lee
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• Lance McCullers Jr. No Longer Throwing Off Mound
Astros starter Lance McCullers Jr. is no longer throwing from a mound, manager Dusty Baker informed reporters before today’s matchup with the Twins (relayed by Chandler Rome of the Athletic). Baker didn’t provide any additional specifics, noting only the club will “take it slow with Lance until we know that he’s 100 percent.” It’s unclear how…...2023See more Lance McCullers
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• Outside The Confines: Behind the dish no more
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• Astros GM: No Interest In Trading Alex Bregman
Astros general manager Dana Brown spoke with reporters at this week’s Winter Meetings. Most notably, the second-year baseball operations leader emphatically shot down speculation about the possibility of moving star third baseman Alex Bregman. “We’re not interested in trading him,” Brown said (video provided by Chandler Rome of the Athletic). “I think Alex knows that ...2023Visit the page Alex Bregman scandal
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• Walt Weiss, Eric Young mentioned as possible replacements for Dusty Baker in Houston
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• AL Notes: Correa, Tucker, Meadows, Winker, Upton
Before Carlos Correa signed with the Twins, there was some increased buzz that Correa could be staying with the Astros, as Houston was reportedly working on a new contract offer and owner Jim Crane was getting involved in talks. However, in the aftermath of Correa’s departure, The Houston Chronicle’s Chandler Rome hears from two sources…...2022Visit the page Carlos Correa scandal
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• Dusty Baker wants MLB to prevent 'premeditated retaliation' against Astros
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• Astros hold press conference on sign-stealing scandal
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• Astros Hold Press Conference On Sign-Stealing Scandal
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• Dusty Baker: Astros have not contacted me about their managerial opening
The Astros’ sign-stealing scandal has sent shock waves through the baseball world, including three managerial vacancies in less than four days. With A.J. Hinch, Alex Cora and now Carlos Beltran out of work, the Astros, Red Sox and Mets are all looking for new managers less than a month before the start of spring training. Here’s the latest on the three openings… Even though Dusty Baker had expres...2020Visit the page Dusty Baker rumors
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• Astros, Ryan Pressly reportedly finalizing extension
The Astros and right-hander Ryan Pressly are close to finalizing a two-year extension worth a guaranteed $17.5 million, Chandler Rome of the Houston Chronicle reports. The deal would kick in beginning with the 2020 season, paying him $8.75 million that year and again in 2021, with a vesting option for a third season. He’s already earning $2.9 million in 2019 after avoiding arbitration and was set ...2019See also Ryan Pressly scandals
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