Astros righty Luis Garcia departed tonight’s win over the Giants after just eight pitches. The club later announced he was dealing with soreness in his throwing elbow. After the game, manager Dusty Baker told the team’s beat that Garcia was headed for an MRI (via Mark Berman of Fox 26). The skipper called the removal precautionary, though it’s still cause for some concern until … [Read more...] about Astros’ Luis Garcia Headed For MRI With Elbow Soreness
Archives for May 2023
Jose Abreu’s Slow Start In Houston
The Astros didn’t make many outside additions over the winter. They were content to generally run things back with last year’s World Series roster minus Justin Verlander and deadline rentals Christian Vázquez and Trey Mancini. The only significant upgrade the Astros successfully pursued was at first base. They allowed Yuli Gurriel to depart and signed longtime White Sox … [Read more...] about Jose Abreu’s Slow Start In Houston
How Alabama prepared Texans rookie Will Anderson Jr. for the NFL
Houston's first-round pick could have an advantage as he begins his pro career. … [Read more...] about How Alabama prepared Texans rookie Will Anderson Jr. for the NFL
Texans sign second-round pick Juice Scruggs
The Texans signed second-round center Juice Scruggs to his rookie deal, the team announced Monday. Houston used the 62nd overall pick on the Penn State player, one of nine players the team drafted last month. He can play center and guard. The Texans gave up picks 65, 188 and 230 to the Eagles to move [more] … [Read more...] about Texans sign second-round pick Juice Scruggs
Who is Victor Wembanyama? The NBA is about to get the answer to that question
The Victor Wembanyama sweepstakes is about to have a winner. … [Read more...] about Who is Victor Wembanyama? The NBA is about to get the answer to that question