Steven Bisig-USA TODAY Sports Just some random notes I’ve been pondering about lately. The odds point to the Astros qualifying for the postseason for the eighth time in nine seasons. Is it a guarantee? No, at least not yet. The distinct possibility of this team not reaching October baseball still exists, which is a relatively foreign thought for this golden era. This … [Read more...] about Some Final Weekend Thoughts
Archives for September 2023
Game 160 Thread. September 29, 2023, 8:40 CT. Astros @ Arizona
Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images The Play-ins are underway. The Astros need to win two out the remaining three games to ensure a WC playoff berth. Just one win in this series leaves the Astros in a very tenuous position. See Clack’s article HERE. J.P. France of the Astros goes against D-Back ace Zac Gallen. The Diamondbacks also feel they must win to wrap up their … [Read more...] about Game 160 Thread. September 29, 2023, 8:40 CT. Astros @ Arizona
Nationals hit season-high 5 home runs, overpower Braves 10-6
Carter Kieboom, Jake Alu, Kibert Ruiz, Dominic Smith and Lane Thomas homered to help the Washington Nationals beat the Atlanta Braves 10-6 on Friday night. Washington tied a season high for homers on a night the NL East champion Braves started resting regulars to prepare for the postseason. Jordan Weems (5-0) picked up the win with one inning of relief, and Kyle Finnegan closed … [Read more...] about Nationals hit season-high 5 home runs, overpower Braves 10-6
Seven MLB series that have meaning on final weekend of the season
The 2023 Major League Baseball regular season is coming to an end. Here are seven series that have meaning. Texas Rangers @ Seattle Mariners One of the most important series is in the Pacific Northwest as the Seattle Mariners host the Texas Rangers. The Rangers lead the American League West, and can clinch the division with one win in the last three games. The Mariners beat the … [Read more...] about Seven MLB series that have meaning on final weekend of the season
Texans vs. Steelers Friday injury report: Laremy Tunsil and Josh Jones are out
The Houston Texans presented their final injury report ahead of their Week 4 encounter with the Pittsburgh Steelers Sunday at 12:00 p.m. Central Time from NRG Stadium. Houston ruled out tackles Laremy Tunsil (knee) and Josh Jones (hand) as neither practiced all week. Joining the duo were linebacker Denzel Perryman (hand/wrist) and cornerback Tavierre Thomas (hand). Center-guard … [Read more...] about Texans vs. Steelers Friday injury report: Laremy Tunsil and Josh Jones are out