'Really long journey': McCullers throws scoreless frame in 1st game since '22
To get an idea of how important the 13 pitches that Astros right-hander Lance McCullers Jr. threw on Tuesday night were, the standing ovation his teammates gave him in the dugout while he was walking off the mound was all you needed to know.
Fri, Apr 4
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Here's where Astros' top prospects will open the 2025 season
With the Minor League season opening this week, here's where the Astros' Top 30 Prospects are projected to start: 1. Cam Smith (MLB No. 57), 3B -- Houston (MLB) 2. Brice Matthews, SS/3B -- Sugar Land (Triple-A) 3. Jacob Melton, OF -- Sugar Land (Triple-A) 4. Walker Janek, C --.
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Here is one prospect prediction for each organization
When you’re in the prospect business, predicting is a big part of the gig.
Thu, Apr 3
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Houston's new-look infield leads way to spoil Twins' home opener
An Astros offense that had been hitting a paltry .178 with only four extra-base hits so far this season collected five extra-base hits and scored a season-high five runs in a 5-2 win over Minnesota on Thursday afternoon at Target Field.
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Ober looking to help Twins square set
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'We're getting there': Astros optimistic early offensive struggles won't linger
Yordan Alvarez blistered a two-run single past Giants first baseman Casey Schmitt in the fifth inning Wednesday to drive in a pair of runs and bring some life to the Astros’ offense.
Wed, Apr 2
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Brown starts as Astros embark on first road trip of '25
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A first pitch strike that meant a little more
This story was excerpted from Brian McTaggart's Astros Beat newsletter.
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No. 11 prospect Blubaugh spins 9-K gem in Triple-A season debut
The first full week of the Triple-A season opened with a 2024 first-rounder showing off the power prowess that's made him a highly regarded talent.
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