Tag: Astros

Fowler still out with virus

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Houston, TX (SportsNetwork.com) – Houston Astros outfielder Dexter Fowler was not in the starting lineup for Monday’s series finale against the Angels due to a lingering stomach virus. Fowler missed the last three games due to gastroenteritis, staying at home […]

Astros nab OF Presley off waivers

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Kissimmee, FL (SportsNetwork.com) – The Houston Astros claimed outfielder Alex Presley off waivers from the Minnesota Twins Thursday in an effort to bolster their bench depth for the upcoming season. Presley hit .276 with three home runs and 15 RBI […]

Houston Astros 2014 Preview

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The Astros greeted their shift from National League to American League in milestone fashion in 2013, though establishing a record for most losses in a season – 111, breaking the record of 107 set in the final NL year – […]

Izturis released by Astros

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Kissimmee, FL (SportsNetwork.com) – The Houston Astros released veteran infielder Cesar Izturis among four roster moves announced by the team on Monday. The 13-year major leaguer was attempting to earn a spot as a non-roster invitee and hit .269 with […]

Astros release Martinez

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Kissimmee, FL (SportsNetwork.com) – The Houston Astros released outfielder J.D. Martinez on Saturday. Martinez, who was vying for a spot in left or right field, hit .167 with one RBI in 14 games this spring. The 26-year-old Martinez spent parts […]

Berkman, Oswalt to retire as Astros on April 5

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Houston, TX (SportsNetwork.com) – Lance Berkman and Roy Oswalt will sign one- day contracts and retire as Astros on April 5. The team will celebrate the outstanding careers of Berkman and Oswalt with a special pregame ceremony prior to the […]

Nolan Ryan named Astros executive advisor

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Houston, TX (SportsNetwork.com) – The Houston Astros named Nolan Ryan the club’s executive advisor on Tuesday. The Hall of Fame hurler spent nine of his record 27 seasons in the majors with Houston. Ryan will primarily serve as an advisor […]

Roy Oswalt reportedly retires

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(SportsNetwork.com) – Former Houston Astros pitcher Roy Oswalt has decided to retire after 13 seasons, according to multiple reports. Oswalt broke into the majors with the Astros in 2001, racking up a 14-3 record with a 2.73 ERA. He stayed […]

Astros sign RHP Williams, designate Wallace

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Houston, TX (SportsNetwork.com) – The Houston Astros have agreed to terms on a one-year contract with right-handed pitcher Jerome Williams and designated infielder Brett Wallace for assignment on Thursday. Terms of Williams’ deal were not disclosed. Williams, 32, went 9-10 […]

Astros agree to terms with Jerome Williams

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Houston, TX (SportsNetwork.com) – The Houston Astros and pitcher Jerome Williams have agreed to terms on a one-year contract. According to MLB.com, the deal is pending a physical exam that will be performed Wednesday in Houston. The 32-year-old Williams went […]