Tag: Opening Day
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The State of the Astros: 2025 marks a defining era for Houston
As the Houston Astros wrap up spring training and gear up for Opening Day, they enter a season of transition—perhaps the most pivotal since their rise to dominance nearly a decade ago. Frankly, I have a lot of questions – and I’m guessing you do too.
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How is the Astros’ 26-man roster shaping up?
This post was a bit more difficult when I started writing it a couple days ago. But then we had this pop up…..Astros Release Ben Gamel, Jalen Beeks – MLB Trade Rumors …..and then this popped up this morning…..Jon Singleton cut from Astros’ roster in latest round of moves. So, did you catch that?
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George who? Astros have opening day down
Excuse me, but George who? Odd isn’t it, how a win on opening day can cause you to forget an entire pre-season of frustration? At least for an evening. The Astros have this opening day stuff down! If everyday was opening day, Houston would never have another problem! Yes, even Bo Porter can bask in…
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Opening day: Comparing 2013 and 2014 pitching
They say the game of baseball is all about pitching and defense. Enter your favorite “Rah roh George!” or “Houston, we’ve got a problem!” line here. There isn’t a marked difference from last April to this April. Still, though the edge may go to the 2014 rotation, it’s not a slam dunk. The primary difference is…
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2013 vs 2014 Infield: Turnip Ice Cream or Radish Sandwiches?
OK – a little truth in advertising here – I have been tasked with comparing the 2013 and 2014 Astros infield and catcher. The title I have chosen really only applies to the infield, not the catcher position, but I liked it so much I’m using it anyways. I never have heard of anyone eating turnip ice…
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Opening Day: Outfield and “No” field (or DH)
Yep, there’s going to be some changes in the outfield … unless you’re talking about Robbie Grossman, who was all over the outfield last year and will be starting this year. None of last year’s starters in the outfield will start in it this year. Though Chris Carter will be batting from the pine. Left…
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