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Astros' Justin Verlander says evolution of pitching the 'biggest' factor in wave of injuries

April 9, 2024

Astros' Justin Verlander says evolution of pitching the 'biggest' factor in wave of injuries

Houston Astros ace Justin Verlander is hoping Major League Baseball acts fast to address the recent wave of injuries plaguing pitchers this season.

Jerry Grote, World Series-champion catcher with the Mets, dead at 81

April 8, 2024

Jerry Grote, World Series-champion catcher with the Mets, dead at 81

Jerry Grote, a former New York Mets catcher who won a World Series with the team, died at a Texas hospital on Sunday, according to a team spokesman. He was 81.

Astros' Ronel Blanco throws no-hitter vs Blue Jays in 8th career start

April 1, 2024

Astros' Ronel Blanco throws no-hitter vs Blue Jays in 8th career start

Ronel Blanco, 30, making just his eighth career start for the Houston Astros, threw a no-hitter against the Toronto Blue Jays in a 10-0 win.

New Yankees star Juan Soto preserves Opening Day win with game-saving defense in 9th inning

March 28, 2024

New Yankees star Juan Soto preserves Opening Day win with game-saving defense in 9th inning

There's a reason why the New York Yankees acquired All-Star Juan Soto — it wasn't exactly for his defense, but that's what was on display on Opening Day.

5 Opening Day parties happening across the country in 2024

March 27, 2024

5 Opening Day parties happening across the country in 2024

MLB Opening Day is full of baseball, food and of course, parties. On March 28, several cities hosting opening day will hold celebrations for fans before the games begin.

Roger Clemens, Roy Oswalt make Savannah Bananas debut in Houston

March 10, 2024

Roger Clemens, Roy Oswalt make Savannah Bananas debut in Houston

Roger Clemens and Roy Oswalt made their Savannah Bananas debut on Saturday night as they continued to their World Tour against the Party Animals.

Astros' Justin Verlander to start 2024 season on injured list: 'It’s just a timing issue'

March 5, 2024

Astros' Justin Verlander to start 2024 season on injured list: 'It’s just a timing issue'

Shoulder inflammation will keep Houston Astros ace Justin Verlander out for the start of the season, with manager Joe Espada confirming that he will be placed on the injured list.

MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred announces his tenure will end after current contract expires

February 15, 2024

MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred announces his tenure will end after current contract expires

MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred announced on Thursday that once his current contract ends in January 2029, there will be another commissioner.

Astros sign Jose Altuve to $125 million extension

February 6, 2024

Astros sign Jose Altuve to $125 million extension

The Houston Astros and Jose Altuve have agreed to a five-year extension worth $125 million that will kick in next year.

Longtime MLB manager Jimy Williams dead at 80

January 29, 2024

Longtime MLB manager Jimy Williams dead at 80

Jimy Williams, the long-time MLB manager with 910 career wins between three different teams, has passed away at age 80. Williams managed the Red Sox, Blue Jays and Astros.