Houston Sports Today

The Texas Rangers are making a push for the playoffs. At the same time, they're facing setbacks. Shortstop Corey Seager underwent an appendectomy this past week. It's unclear how long he'll be out. The Rangers have won five straight games, closing in on Seattle for the last wild card spot in the American League. However, they're losing key players. Second baseman Marcus Semien … [Read more...] about The Texas Rangers are making a push, but injuries to key players are beginning to mount

New York Yankees star Aaron Judge hit his 358th career homer in the first inning of their series finale against the White Sox, moving into a tie with Yogi Berra for fifth in franchise history. Judge drove an 0-2 cutter from Martín Pérez deep to center for a one-out solo drive. Judge’s 43rd homer of the season had a 112.6 mph exit velocity and traveled 426 feet. He finished with … [Read more...] about Aaron Judge ties Yogi Berra for fifth on the Yankees’ career homers list

Justin Verlander helped the San Francisco Giants to a 13-2 win over the Baltimore Orioles. On Sunday, the 42-year-old struck out 10 in five scoreless innings, throwing 121 pitches. This marks his third victory of the year and the 265th of his career. Manager Bob Melvin praised Verlander's determination to stay in the game despite the high pitch count. Verlander, who joined the … [Read more...] about Verlander throws 121 pitches, and that’s enough for him to earn win No. 265

All-Star closer Aroldis Chapman and the Boston Red Sox have finalized a $13.3 million, one-year contract for 2026 that includes a 2027 vesting option. Chapman will be guaranteed $26 million over two years if he pitches at least 40 innings next season. The team announced the deal Sunday following a 5-2 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates at Fenway Park. Chapman, who earned his … [Read more...] about Red Sox and closer Aroldis Chapman agree to $13.3 million contract for 2026 with a 2027 option