Houston Astros Inside Pitch 2009-04-10
One-time Astros ace Mike Hampton opens the 2009 season hoping to put his injury troubles behind him. He is hoping to make more than 13 starts for the first time since 2004. "I feel I'm prepared for everything," said Hampton, who will open the three-game s... more
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Astros-Cardinals Preview 2009-04-09
The Astros aren't expecting Mike Hampton to duplicate the dominance from his first stint with Houston but feel if he can revive his career and stay healthy, the club will have success.Hampton is expected to make his first appearance with the Astros in a d... more
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Houston Astros Inside Pitch 2009-04-09
Right-hander Brandon Backe, who is on the disabled list with a strained left intercostal muscle, threw off a mound Wednesday for the first time since early March. "No strains, tweaks, pulls, nothing like that," he said after the 40-pitch session. "I just ... more
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Houston Astros Notes, Quotes 2009-04-09
--With Mayor Bill White in attendance, Milo Hamilton Way was unveiled at the east corner of Texas and Hamilton Street in honor of the Astros radio broadcaster Wednesday afternoon. "Holy Toledo," Hamilton said, "what a day. What a day." --The Astros' Rodri... more
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Houston Astros Roster Report 2009-04-09
After a 19-game winless streak between their first and second Grapefruit League victories, the Astros improved dramatically and looked like a legit major league club by going on a seven-game winning streak. During their struggles, the Astros were hampered... more
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'O' steals the show
The Cubs got out of Houston with a series win to open the new season, but not before showing a glimpse of what could be their Achilles heel.... more
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A good reason to smile
Something seemed different about Cubs center fielder Kosuke Fukudome on Wednesday, even in batting practice.... more
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