Aug 7, 2024; Arlington, Texas, USA; Houston Astros starting pitcher Yusei Kikuchi (16) pitches against the Texas Rangers during the sixth inning at Globe Life Field. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports The cities keep changing for the Houston Astros, but one thing remains the same: The first-place club in the American League West just…
Aug 6, 2024; Arlington, Texas, USA; Houston Astros starting pitcher Framber Valdez (59) laughs with Houston Astros catcher Yainer Diaz (21) during the eighth inning against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports Left-hander Framber Valdez, who was one out away from tossing his second career no-hitter in his…
Jul 25, 2024; Miami, Florida, USA; Baltimore Orioles pitcher Corbin Burnes (39) delivers in the first inning against the Miami Marlins at loanDepot Park. Mandatory Credit: Jim Rassol-USA TODAY Sports After moving back into sole possession of first place in the American League East with a strong all-around effort on Friday, the Baltimore Orioles will…
Aug 3, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Tampa Bay Rays starting pitcher Zack Littell (52) throws against the Houston Astros in the first inning at Minute Maid Park. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-USA TODAY Sports The Tampa Bay Rays are about to open a nine-game homestand that figures to play a key role in their quest for…
Aug 7, 2024; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; St. Louis Cardinals third baseman Nolan Arenado (28) hits a two run single against the Tampa Bay Rays during the third inning at Busch Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-USA TODAY Sports If the St. Louis Cardinals are going to stay in the National League wild-card chase, they will…
Aug 2, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Erick Fedde (12) delivers against the Chicago Cubs during the first inning at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-USA TODAY Sports After a rocky debut for the St. Louis Cardinals, right-hander Erick Fedde will look to rebound during his first start at home for…
Aug 1, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; St. Louis Cardinals first baseman Paul Goldschmidt (46) rounds the bases after hitting a solo home run against the Chicago Cubs during the first inning at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-USA TODAY Sports With his St. Louis Cardinals fading in the National League wild-card race, manager Oliver Marmol…
Jul 30, 2024; St. Petersburg, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Josh Lowe (15) runs home to score a run against the Miami Marlins during the sixth inning at Tropicana Field. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-USA TODAY Sports If the Tampa Bay Rays are to make a push toward the postseason, they’ll need the contributions…
Aug 3, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Tampa Bay Rays right fielder Josh Lowe (15) celebrates with third baseman Jose Caballero (7) after hitting a home run against the Houston Astros in the seventh inning at Minute Maid Park. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-USA TODAY Sports Josh Lowe clubbed a pair of home runs while Zack Littell…
Jul 27, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros starting pitcher Ronel Blanco (56) reacts after getting an out during the fourth inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Minute Maid Park. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports The Houston Astros took a crucial first step toward the integration of three new members to their 26-man…
