Astros sweep Yankees in ALCS, advance to World Series again
2 years, 2 months ago

Astros sweep Yankees in ALCS, advance to World Series again

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — In recent years, it’s almost become an October ritual: Astros top Yankees. “We’re a step away from the ultimate goal.” Perfect in the playoffs, Houston opens the World Series at home Friday night against Bryce Harper and the wild-card Philadelphia Phillies, who beat San Diego to close out the best-of-seven NLCS in five games. They’re going to boo us, but at some point you have to respect what we’re doing.” New York remained without a World Series appearance for 13 years as Aaron Judge’s sensational season ended with a whimper. In fact, New York has lost in its last five trips to the AL Championship Series and hasn’t claimed a pennant since winning its record 27th World Series championship in 2009. DUSTY’S QUEST The 73-year-old Baker is headed to his third World Series in 25 seasons as a major league manager, still seeking his first championship as bench boss.

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Joc Pederson and Texas Rangers finalize 2-year deal, DH’s 5th team since 2020 title with Dodgers
1 week, 2 days ago

Joc Pederson and Texas Rangers finalize 2-year deal, DH’s 5th team since 2020 title with Dodgers

Associated Press  

ARLINGTON, Texas — Joc Pederson won a World Series in Texas with the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2020, then got another championship ring the following season after twice changing teams. The Rangers missed the playoffs last season after winning their own title in 2023, when shortstop Corey Seager, Pederson’s teammate on that Dodgers championship team, was again the World Series …

The Role Players' Showdown: Yankees vs. Dodgers in the World Series
2 months, 2 weeks ago

The Role Players' Showdown: Yankees vs. Dodgers in the World Series

Associated Press  

Despite star power, the Yankees-Dodgers World Series matchup could be decided by role players. The Yankees have a strong lineup with players like Judge, Soto, and Rizzo, but the Dodgers have a powerful and versatile bullpen led by Ohtani and Betts. The series will be a battle of pitching and defense, and the outcome could hinge on the performance of …

Astros overcome terrible start to clinch 4th straight AL West title
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Astros overcome terrible start to clinch 4th straight AL West title

Associated Press  

HOUSTON — Trailing the Seattle Mariners by 10 games in mid-June, the Houston Astros were undoubtedly down. The Astros clinched their fourth straight AL West title with a 4-3 win over the Mariners on Tuesday night, overcoming a terrible start to reach the playoffs for an eighth consecutive year. “And the guys just put their heads down, never stopped believing …

The Philadelphia Phillies are hot, loose and loving life as one of the best teams in baseball
7 months, 4 weeks ago

The Philadelphia Phillies are hot, loose and loving life as one of the best teams in baseball

Associated Press  

PHILADELPHIA — The Phillies are hot, that much is certain, with Bryce Harper and Zack Wheeler powering and pitching the team to the best record in baseball and a recent home winning streak that nearly matched the franchise record. The Phillies ended each of the last two seasons among baseball’s best. Last season, the Phillies took a 3-2 series lead …

MLB playoffs: Astros power past Twins and into ALCS; Phillies take series lead over Braves
1 year, 2 months ago

MLB playoffs: Astros power past Twins and into ALCS; Phillies take series lead over Braves

LA Times  

Houston Astros’ Jose Abreu rounds the bases after his two-run home run during the fourth inning of Game 4 of the ALDS against the Minnesota Twins on Wednesday in Minneapolis. José Abreu homered for the third time in two games, a two-run rocket in the fourth inning that launched the Houston Astros to their seventh straight AL Championship Series appearance …

Orioles in danger of being swept out of the postseason after losing ALDS Game 2 to the Rangers
1 year, 3 months ago

Orioles in danger of being swept out of the postseason after losing ALDS Game 2 to the Rangers

Associated Press  

BALTIMORE — The 101-win Baltimore Orioles are on the verge of being swept out of the postseason after losing Game 2 of the AL Division Series 11-8 to the Texas Rangers on Sunday. “We just got to keep pushing forward because we can’t lose again.” Game 3 of the best-of-five series is at Texas on Tuesday. Spraying a lot of …

Phillies sweep Marlins to earn NL Division Series rematch with MLB-best Braves
1 year, 3 months ago

Phillies sweep Marlins to earn NL Division Series rematch with MLB-best Braves

Associated Press  

PHILADELPHIA — Bryson Stott swung the bat, then stared almost in a daze as the ball plopped 412 feet away into the right-field seats. Stott couldn’t hear himself or anyone else near him — the slam set off pandemonium inside another packed Phillies ballpark. “I don’t know, I have to go back and watch it.” Stott’s grand slam punctuated a …

Prized prospect Domínguez homers again as Yankees complete 3-game sweep in Houston with 6-1 win
1 year, 4 months ago

Prized prospect Domínguez homers again as Yankees complete 3-game sweep in Houston with 6-1 win

Associated Press  

HOUSTON — Jasson Domínguez got nicknamed The Martian before ever even playing in the majors, due to his rare combination of size and strength at such a young age. Just three games into his big league career, the New York Yankees’ prized prospect has shown it’s a moniker that fits. “I heard he was otherworldly and he comes out here …

Beer-chugging Astros players are toasted by '1million' paradegoers after second World Series title
2 years, 2 months ago

Beer-chugging Astros players are toasted by '1million' paradegoers after second World Series title

Daily Mail  

Throngs of Houston Astros fans toasted the team's second World Series title at Monday's parade through the city streets, where cans of beer were alternately chugged by players and hurled at Senator Ted Cruz. Alex Bregman, Jose Altuve, Yuli Gurriel, and Justin Verlander celebrate their second World Series title on Monday in Houston Justin Verlander of the Houston Astros, his …

Alvarez blasts Baker, Astros to World Series title vs Phils
2 years, 2 months ago

Alvarez blasts Baker, Astros to World Series title vs Phils

Associated Press  

HOUSTON — Yordan Alvarez hit a moon shot that sent Space City into a frenzy, and the Houston Astros to their second World Series title. While the stain on Houston’s first championship might never completely fade, Alvarez’s majestic three-run homer helped fashion a fresh crown for the Astros -- and the first for Dusty Baker as manager -- in a …

Baker finally wins 1st Series title as manager with Astros
2 years, 2 months ago

Baker finally wins 1st Series title as manager with Astros

Associated Press  

HOUSTON — For now and forever, Dusty Baker, the epic storyteller, first-class namedropper, toothpick chewer and baseball lifer will bear a most distinguished title. Couldn’t be happier for the city.” Baker joins Dave Roberts and Cito Gaston as the only Black managers to win a World Series. After awhile I quit listening to folks telling me what I can’t do.” …

Alvarez blasts Astros to World Series title in G6 vs. Phils
2 years, 2 months ago

Alvarez blasts Astros to World Series title in G6 vs. Phils

The Independent  

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Houston Astros win World Series, set benchmark for MLB success
2 years, 2 months ago

Houston Astros win World Series, set benchmark for MLB success

LA Times  

Astros second baseman Jose Altuve holds the Commissioner’s Trophy as Houston celebrates its World Series championship victory over the Philadelphia Phillies on Saturday. Houston Astros manager Dusty Baker Jr. celebrates after winning the first World Series title of his storied baseball career. Yordan Álvarez, who developed into one of baseball’s premier hitters after the Astros plucked him from an anonymous …

Houston Astros close in on second World Series with road win in Philadelphia
2 years, 2 months ago

Houston Astros close in on second World Series with road win in Philadelphia

The Independent  

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Verlander gets World Series win, Astros lead Phillies 3-2
2 years, 2 months ago

Verlander gets World Series win, Astros lead Phillies 3-2

Associated Press  

PHILADELPHIA — Justin Verlander beamed like a first-time big leaguer, and the Houston Astros feted the 244-game winner like a baby-faced rookie. “And it was one of the best feelings in my career.” After 16 years of trying, Verlander finally gritted out his elusive first World Series win. “There’s going to be a lot of energy in our park,” said …

Astros burst ahead, beat Phillies 5-2, tie World Series 1-1
2 years, 2 months ago

Astros burst ahead, beat Phillies 5-2, tie World Series 1-1

Associated Press  

HOUSTON — Framber Valdez swapped his glove and his spikes midgame. “This was a really good game for the fans, a really good game for our team and also for me,” he said through a translator after pitching the Astros over the Phillies 5-2 Saturday night to tie the World Series at one game apiece. “I’ve just been playing really …

MLB: Houston Astros ride strong start to even World Series with Philadelphia Phillies
2 years, 2 months ago

MLB: Houston Astros ride strong start to even World Series with Philadelphia Phillies

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Realmuto, Phils rally past Astros in 10 to open World Series
2 years, 2 months ago

Realmuto, Phils rally past Astros in 10 to open World Series

Associated Press  

HOUSTON — A timely swing by J.T. Realmuto hit a solo home run in the 10th inning and the Phillies, saved by Castellanos’ sliding catch, rallied past the Houston Astros 6-5 Friday night. Down 5-0 early against Astros ace Justin Verlander, the Phillies became the first team in 20 years to overcome a five-run deficit to win a World Series …

Astros still have their haters, but Dusty Baker somehow manages to get love
2 years, 2 months ago

Astros still have their haters, but Dusty Baker somehow manages to get love

LA Times  

It’s been 41 years since Dusty Baker won a World Series title. “It’s difficult,” Baker said in the home dugout at Minute Maid Park on Thursday, 24 hours before his Houston Astros took the field for Game 1 of the World Series against the Philadelphia Phillies. The Dodgers’ Dusty Baker and his wife are greeted by fans in 1981 at …

Phillies' World Series Game 1 win shows Astros aren't invincible
2 years, 2 months ago

Phillies' World Series Game 1 win shows Astros aren't invincible

LA Times  

Realmuto, right, celebrates with teammate Bryce Harper after hitting a solo home run in the 10th inning of a 6-5 comeback win over the Houston Astros in Game 1 of the World Series on Friday night. Never again had a team come back from so far down to win a World Series game until Friday, in Game 1 of the …

Harper’s HR powers Phillies past Padres, into World Series
2 years, 2 months ago

Harper’s HR powers Phillies past Padres, into World Series

Associated Press  

PHILADELPHIA — Bryce Harper broke up the Phillies postseason party on the mound and directed his team to where the true revelry was about to begin for the National League champs. Harper slugged his fifth homer of the postseason, a two-run blast in the eighth inning that turned Citizens Bank Park into a madhouse, and the $330 million slugger powered …

ALCS Game 4 between Astros, Yankees underway after delay
2 years, 2 months ago

ALCS Game 4 between Astros, Yankees underway after delay

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — With the Houston Astros one win from reaching the World Series again, Game 4 of the AL Championship Series against the New York Yankees started after an 84-minute delay Sunday night due to the threat of rain. “It’s a very exciting time for me and the organization,” said 73-year-old manager Dusty Baker, still seeking his first World …

MLB Playoffs: Astros try to sweep Yanks, Phils lead Pads 3-1
2 years, 2 months ago

MLB Playoffs: Astros try to sweep Yanks, Phils lead Pads 3-1

Associated Press  

Bryce Harper and the Philadelphia Phillies hoped to be in this position. “Well, I don’t know if dominant’s the word,” Houston manager Dusty Baker said. Here’s what else to know about the MLB playoffs Sunday: SUNDAY’S SCHEDULE NLCS Game 5: San Diego at Philadelphia, 2:37 p.m., FS1 ALCS Game 4: Houston at New York Yankees, 7:07 p.m., TBS BOO WHO? …

Javier, Astros romp 5-0 over Yanks, Cole, take 3-0 ALCS lead
2 years, 2 months ago

Javier, Astros romp 5-0 over Yanks, Cole, take 3-0 ALCS lead

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Cristian Javier and the Houston Astros aren’t just beating the Yankees, they’re chomping them up. Javier and Houston’s bullpen combined on a three-hitter, Chas McCormick followed a dropped flyball with an early two-run homer and the Astros beat Gerrit Cole and the Yankees 5-0 on Saturday night to take a 3-0 AL Championship Series lead. “We’re not …

Astros shut out Yankees to move one win away from World Series
2 years, 2 months ago

Astros shut out Yankees to move one win away from World Series

LA Times  

Houston’s Chas McCormick celebrates after hitting a two-run home run in a 5-0 win over the New York Yankees in Game 3 of the American League Championship Series on Saturday. Cristian Javier and Houston’s bullpen combined on a three-hitter, Chas McCormick followed a dropped fly ball with an early two-run homer and the Astros beat Gerrit Cole and the New …

Bregman HR as Valdez, Astros edge Yankees 3-2, lead ALCS 2-0
2 years, 2 months ago

Bregman HR as Valdez, Astros edge Yankees 3-2, lead ALCS 2-0

Associated Press  

HOUSTON — Alex Bregman, Framber Valdez and the Houston Astros are off to a perfect start this postseason. Taking the formula that won them 106 games in the regular season — strong pitching and hitting home runs — the Astros kept rolling against the New York Yankees. Bregman connected for an early three-run homer, Valdez threw seven strong innings and …

Phillies fire Girardi in wake of another lackluster season
2 years, 7 months ago

Phillies fire Girardi in wake of another lackluster season

Associated Press  

PHILADELPHIA — Joe Girardi managed a Phillies team with the reigning NL MVP, five 2021 All-Stars, a $233 million payroll that nudged the franchise above the luxury tax and expectations of ending the longest playoff drought in the National League. Here’s what the former World Series-winning manager of the New York Yankees got instead: a Phillies team with a sagging …

Astros’ 11-game winning streak ends, Nationals romp 13-6
2 years, 7 months ago

Astros’ 11-game winning streak ends, Nationals romp 13-6

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Yadiel Hernandez and Maikel Franco homered and the Washington Nationals ended the Houston Astros’ 11-game winning streak, romping 13-6 on Saturday night. Starter Cristian Javier was tagged for seven runs and eight hits over 3 2/3 innings — the Astros had allowed a total of four runs over their past five games. “When you’ve got guys like Cruz …

Hammerin’ Braves rout Astros to win 1st WS crown since 1995
3 years, 2 months ago

Hammerin’ Braves rout Astros to win 1st WS crown since 1995

Associated Press  

HOUSTON — Most of the season, it just seemed this wasn’t their year. “Injuries, every single kind of thing that could happen, that could go wrong went wrong, and we overcame every single one of those things.” How proud Hank Aaron would’ve been. A full hour after the game, hundreds of Braves fans packed behind the team’s third base dugout …

Houston Astros advance to World Series after beating Boston Red Sox in ALCS
3 years, 2 months ago

Houston Astros advance to World Series after beating Boston Red Sox in ALCS

CNN  

CNN — The Houston Astros are headed to World Series for the third time in five seasons after defeating the Boston Red Sox 5-0 in Houston on Friday night. The Astros haven’t won the Series since being embroiled in a sign-stealing controversy after their 2017 championship season, which ended with them beating the Los Angeles Dodgers in a seven-game World …

Houston Astros advance to the World Series, await winner of Dodgers-Braves series
3 years, 2 months ago

Houston Astros advance to the World Series, await winner of Dodgers-Braves series

LA Times  

Houston’s Kyle Tucker, right, celebrates with Carlos Correa after hitting a three-run home run against the Boston Red Sox in a 5-0 win in Game 6 of the ALCS on Friday. Rookie Luis Garcia showed the poise of an October ace, Yordan Alvarez stayed hot at the plate and the Houston Astros earned yet another trip to the World Series, …

Springer, Astros beat Rays 7-4 to force Game 7 in ALCS
4 years, 2 months ago

Springer, Astros beat Rays 7-4 to force Game 7 in ALCS

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Nationals, manager Martinez agree to multiyear extension
4 years, 3 months ago

Nationals, manager Martinez agree to multiyear extension

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Nationals top Astros in Game 7 to win 1st World Series title
5 years, 2 months ago

Nationals top Astros in Game 7 to win 1st World Series title

Associated Press  

HOUSTON — Stephen Strasburg paraded the MVP trophy for delirious fans packed behind the dugout. “The way this game went is the way our whole season went.” Strasburg, new lefty Patrick Corbin and the Nats brought the first World Series championship to the nation’s capital since ol’ Walter Johnson delivered the crown for the Senators in 1924. “I wasn’t going …

World Series preview: Astros and Nationals are rewarded for valuing veterans
5 years, 2 months ago

World Series preview: Astros and Nationals are rewarded for valuing veterans

LA Times  

Washington Nationals starter Max Scherzer speaks during a news conference Monday ahead of Game 1 of the World Series against the Houston Astros on Tuesday. At a time when major league front offices cherish young and inexpensive players more than ever, the Houston Astros and Washington Nationals, two teams featuring several stars and a long list of contributors in their …

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