Houston Astros Inside Pitch 2009-03-17
Catcher Max Sapp, the Astros' first-round pick in 2006, had a seizure March 10 night at home. He returned home March 12 after being hospitalized for more than 36 hours. "He's doing good," Sapp's mother, Missy, said. "We're at home, and he's asleep. He's d... more
Submitted on 2009-03-17 |
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Houston Astros Notes, Quotes 2009-03-17
--C Ivan Rodriguez agreed to a one-year deal with the Houston Astros worth $1.5 million, which is expected to be made final when Rodriguez passes a physical. --With the absence of key veterans, the Astros have played more young prospects than usual in wha... more
Submitted on 2009-03-17 |
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Houston Astros Roster Report 2009-03-17
The Astros remained in postseason contention until Sept. 26 despite playing in the NL Central with the league-leading Cubs and wild-card-winning Brewers. They feel they are only a few players away from serious contention.... more
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AP Source: Rodriguez, Astros closing in on deal
The Houston Astros and catcher Ivan Rodriguez are closing in on a $1.5 million, one-year contract, a person familiar with the talks told The Associated Press on Monday.The deal would contain $1.5 million in performance bonuses based on games and plate app... more
Submitted on 2009-03-16 |
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Report: Pudge, Astros closing on $1.5M deal
The Houston Astros and catcher Ivan Rodriguez are closing in on a $1.5 million, one-year contract, a person familiar with the talks told The Associated Press.The deal would contain $1.5 million in performance bonuses based on games and plate appearances, ... more
Submitted on 2009-03-16 |
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Astros' Matsui hopes to stay healthy in 2009
When Kaz Matsui was in the lineup last season, Houston Astros manager Cecil Cooper thought his team was better."There's a difference, no question about it," Cooper said of his second baseman. "He's a guy that can really jump start us."The problem is keepi... more
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Braves 3, Astros 2
Jose Capellan was a long shot to make the Houston Astros when spring training started. Now, he could be a part of their starting rotation when the season starts.Capellan extended his spring scoreless streak to 12 2-3 innings in Houston's 3-2 loss to the A... more
Submitted on 2009-03-15 |
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2009-03-15
Tavarez, not Cordero, for Nats' bullpen... more
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Yankees 3, Astros 1
A.J. Burnett made it look easy.Burnett threw four perfect innings in the New York Yankees' 3-1 split-squad win over the Houston Astros on Saturday."I asked him if he wanted to go another three innings," Yankees manager Joe Girardi said with a smile. "He w... more
Submitted on 2009-03-14 |
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Phillies 5, Astros 2
Carlos Carrasco turned in a solid outing on Saturday, giving the top pitching prospect a boost in the race for the Philadelphia Phillies' open rotation spot.His performance in the Phillies' 5-2 victory over Houston was bolstered by another sluggish offens... more
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