Houston Astros The Houston Astros are a Major League Baseball team based in Houston, Tx. The team is in the Central Division of the National League. Subsequent to the Giants and Dodgers leaving for CA, an abortive attempt was made to start a third Major League. It was to be called the Continental League. Though the league never got off the ground, it nonetheless established the demand for Major League baseball in other markets. The driving force behind the effort to obtain a franchise for Houston was oilman Craig F. Cullinan, Jr. and Marco A. Perez who had been involved with the Continental League and who was chairman of the Houston Sports Association executive committee, a syndicate of local businessmen dedicated to bringing a pro baseball team to southeastern Texas. Cullinan's group consisted of George Kirksey, Judge Roy Hofheinz, Robert E. "Bob" Smith, and Kenneth S. "Bud" Adams. On October 17, 1960, Houston was awarded a franchise in the ten-team National League and was to play in the west division.
Houston Astros' Brian Bogusevic (19) steals second base as St. Louis Cardinals second baseman Skip Schumaker, left ... Even their opponents are surprised by the St. Louis Cardinals? slide. Hunter Pence hit a three-run homer and the Houston Astros completed a sweep of St. Louis with a 5-2 victory Wednesday, handing the slumping Cardinals their fifth straight defeat.
Houston Astros (62-71) at Arizona Diamondbacks (55-79), 9:40 pm - MiamiHerald.com ![](http://="http://nt3.ggpht.com/news/tbn/Cxo2RJT7S3viXM/6.jpg")
SB Nation Arizona (blog)Houston Astros (62-71) at Arizona Diamondbacks (55-79), 9:40 pmMiamiHerald.com... a sterling National League debut tonight when the Arizona Diamondbacks host the Houston Astros in the opener of a three-game series at Chase Field. ...Astros-Diamondbacks PreviewCBSSports.comArizona Diamondbacks, Houston Astros set to open 3-game seriesAZ Central.comAstros vs Diamondbacks Baseball HandicappingOffshore InsidersExaminer.com -Sports Chat Place -The Cypress Timesall 41 news articles »
SB Nation Arizona (blog)Houston Astros (62-71) at Arizona Diamondbacks (55-79), 9:40 pmMiamiHerald.com... a sterling National League debut tonight when the Arizona Diamondbacks host the Houston Astros in the opener of a three-game series at Chase Field. ...Astros-Diamondbacks PreviewCBSSports.comArizona Diamondbacks, Houston Astros set to open 3-game seriesAZ Central.comAstros vs Diamondbacks Baseball HandicappingOffshore InsidersExaminer.com -Sports Chat Place -The Cypress Timesall 41 news articles » Houston Astros call up former Tulane standout Brian Bogusevic Outfielder/pitcher has waited five years for call
Dickey of Mets Yearns to Fetch Tennis Balls at U.S. Open 
In the Mets? victory over the Astros, R. A. Dickey continued to demonstrate that he could perform at the highest level of his sport. Now he wants to show he can do it in another sport as a ball boy at the United States Open.
In the Mets? victory over the Astros, R. A. Dickey continued to demonstrate that he could perform at the highest level of his sport. Now he wants to show he can do it in another sport as a ball boy at the United States Open. Houston Astros' Matt Lindstrom delays rehab with stiff back Houston Astros closer Matt Lindstrom still has a stiff back and his scheduled bullpen session has been delayed.
Cardinals swept out by Astros to end road trip at 2-8 - Boston Herald ![](http://="http://nt1.ggpht.com/news/tbn/achV87UsuRgwjM/6.jpg")
Kansas City StarCardinals swept out by Astros to end road trip at 2-8Boston Herald... first lead in 35 innings, and that was all the runs they got despite repeated chances in a 5-2 loss Wednesday to the Houston Astros at Minute Maid Park. ...Cards Looked Like Astros of April/MayFS HoustonPence hits 3-run HR, Astros sweep slumping CardsThe Associated PressAstros finish off Cards in three-game sweepExaminer.comMiamiHerald.com -MLB Centerall 756 news articles »
Kansas City StarCardinals swept out by Astros to end road trip at 2-8Boston Herald... first lead in 35 innings, and that was all the runs they got despite repeated chances in a 5-2 loss Wednesday to the Houston Astros at Minute Maid Park. ...Cards Looked Like Astros of April/MayFS HoustonPence hits 3-run HR, Astros sweep slumping CardsThe Associated PressAstros finish off Cards in three-game sweepExaminer.comMiamiHerald.com -MLB Centerall 756 news articles » Ex-Astro Brandon Backe, 2 others, plead to disorderly conduct Former Houston Astros pitcher Brandon Backe and two others pleaded no contest to misdemeanor disorderly conduct charges, stemming from a 2008 post-wedding reception ruckus with police at an upscale bar, according to court documents.
Santana Has Usual Lack of Support and Surprising Difficulty Johan Santana, who had thrown three straight complete games, was at less than his best as the Mets fell below .500.
Astros-Diamondbacks Preview The Houston Astros just hurt one of their division rivals' playoff chances. So did the last-place Arizona Diamondbacks. The Astros and Diamondbacks look to extend their respective winning streaks to four Friday night at Chase Field in the opener of a three-game series. A 36-53 first half essentially knocked Houston (62-71) out of playoff contention, but the Astros are eight games above .500...
RA Dickey knocks in two runs, shuts down Houston Astros in New York Mets' 5-1 win - New York Daily News ![](http://="http://nt0.ggpht.com/news/tbn/YO-2KZ0GlLDf8M/6.jpg")
Washington PostRA Dickey knocks in two runs, shuts down Houston Astros in New York Mets' 5-1 winNew York Daily NewsRA Dickey does it all for the New York Mets, knocking in runs with his bat and stifling the Houston Astros with his arm. ...Dickey leads Mets past Astros 5-1 with arm, batThe Associated PressAstros-Mets PreviewCBSSports.comAstros fortunate Beltran left for New YorkExaminer.comThe Star-Ledger - NJ.com -Atlanta Journal Constitution -Bleacher Reportall 580 news articles »
Washington PostRA Dickey knocks in two runs, shuts down Houston Astros in New York Mets' 5-1 winNew York Daily NewsRA Dickey does it all for the New York Mets, knocking in runs with his bat and stifling the Houston Astros with his arm. ...Dickey leads Mets past Astros 5-1 with arm, batThe Associated PressAstros-Mets PreviewCBSSports.comAstros fortunate Beltran left for New YorkExaminer.comThe Star-Ledger - NJ.com -Atlanta Journal Constitution -Bleacher Reportall 580 news articles » Arizona Diamondbacks, Houston Astros set to open 3-game series The D-Backs' Daniel Hudson is scheduled to start Friday opposite the Astros' Brett Myers.
Mets Offense Gives Pelfrey Little Help, but He Gets All He Needs 
The Mets have gone 11-13 in the month of August, and their chances to make the playoffs are slim. But for one night, things went relatively smoothly on both sides.
The Mets have gone 11-13 in the month of August, and their chances to make the playoffs are slim. But for one night, things went relatively smoothly on both sides. Backe, 2 others, plead to disorderly conduct Former Houston Astros pitcher Brandon Backe and two others pleaded no contest to misdemeanor disorderly conduct charges.
Astros offer Hooks, Express fans chance to win trip - Corpus Christi Caller Times ![](http://="http://nt2.ggpht.com/news/tbn/YnR7PGRlcYgMJM/6.jpg")
Austin Chronicle (blog)Astros offer Hooks, Express fans chance to win tripCorpus Christi Caller TimesCORPUS CHRISTI ? Being a fan of the Houston Astros' top two affiliates could pay off with a trip to spring training. ...Express To Join Rangers' System Next YearAustin Chronicle (blog)all 3 news articles »
Austin Chronicle (blog)Astros offer Hooks, Express fans chance to win tripCorpus Christi Caller TimesCORPUS CHRISTI ? Being a fan of the Houston Astros' top two affiliates could pay off with a trip to spring training. ...Express To Join Rangers' System Next YearAustin Chronicle (blog)all 3 news articles » Bogusevic among Astros callups The Houston Astros recalled outfielder Brian Bogusevic from the Triple-A Round Rock Express on Wednesday. Houston Astros - Round Rock Express - Brian Bogusevic - Sports - Baseball
Clemens Has Houston Divided Despite His Ties to City 
Roger Clemens has a long history in Houston, dating to his high school days, but after his indictment, he is no longer a hometown hero to some.
Roger Clemens has a long history in Houston, dating to his high school days, but after his indictment, he is no longer a hometown hero to some. Houston Astros to honor Pearland All-Stars The Pearland Little League All- Stars are going to be recognized for their efforts in the Little League World Series
Rodriguez, Astros finish 4-game sweep of Phils - ESPN ![](http://="http://nt2.ggpht.com/news/tbn/guNFRiRUegCZcM/6.jpg")
Washington PostRodriguez, Astros finish 4-game sweep of PhilsESPNHouston Astros starting pitcher Wandy Rodriguez throws against the Philadelphia Phillies during the first inning... C Lee doubled to deep left, ...National League Astros, Dodgers sweep; 400 HRs for Albert PujolsDetroit Free PressWandy, Astros complete sweep over PhillyExaminer.comAstros sweep PhilliesNews & ObserverSt. Louis Post-Dispatch -The Crawfish Boxes (blog) -eTaiwan Newsall 1,520 news articles »
Washington PostRodriguez, Astros finish 4-game sweep of PhilsESPNHouston Astros starting pitcher Wandy Rodriguez throws against the Philadelphia Phillies during the first inning... C Lee doubled to deep left, ...National League Astros, Dodgers sweep; 400 HRs for Albert PujolsDetroit Free PressWandy, Astros complete sweep over PhillyExaminer.comAstros sweep PhilliesNews & ObserverSt. Louis Post-Dispatch -The Crawfish Boxes (blog) -eTaiwan Newsall 1,520 news articles » Pence hits go-ahead homer Hunter Pence hit a three-run homer and the Houston Astros completed a sweep of St. Louis with a 5-2 victory Wednesday, handing the slumping Cardinals their fifth straight defeat. Pence went 2 for 2 in the game with two walks and is batting .288 on the year. The homer was his 21st of the season and he drove in his 75th run. Pence also stole his 17th base. Houston Astros - Hunter Pence - Hit - Run ...
ASTROS 3, METS 2; Misch Pitches Well Enough, but Offense Isn't Good Enough HOUSTON -- It was like Groundhog Day in August on Thursday. Once again, the Mets got solid starting pitching and excellent fielding, and once again, they failed to string together enough hits to win. They lost to the Astros, 3-2, in the finale of the four-game series.
Mets Getting Younger, but Dickey Has Been Key 
The Mets have used several young players this season, but R. A. Dickey, a 35-year-old knuckleballer, has been the team?s unlikely star.
The Mets have used several young players this season, but R. A. Dickey, a 35-year-old knuckleballer, has been the team?s unlikely star. Cardinals can only blame themselves - FS Midwest ![](http://="http://nt3.ggpht.com/news/tbn/ZwPVKrerXs5bzM/6.jpg")
St. Louis AmericanCardinals can only blame themselvesFS MidwestLOUIS-- Cardinals manager Tony La Russa took the words right of my mouth following Wednesday's 5-2 loss to the Houston Astros. ?There was nobody to blame ...The Cardinals have dropped 5 games since Glenn Beck fiascoDigital Sports DailyBird Land: Fading toward the finish line, againSt. Louis Post-DispatchBeck's Baseball Curse?Media Matters for Americaall 16 news articles »
St. Louis AmericanCardinals can only blame themselvesFS MidwestLOUIS-- Cardinals manager Tony La Russa took the words right of my mouth following Wednesday's 5-2 loss to the Houston Astros. ?There was nobody to blame ...The Cardinals have dropped 5 games since Glenn Beck fiascoDigital Sports DailyBird Land: Fading toward the finish line, againSt. Louis Post-DispatchBeck's Baseball Curse?Media Matters for Americaall 16 news articles » Mets? Manuel Stands by Closer Rodriguez 
Mets Manager Jerry Manuel has said he is reluctant to judge Francisco Rodriguez because the facts are not all known.
Mets Manager Jerry Manuel has said he is reluctant to judge Francisco Rodriguez because the facts are not all known. ASTROS TO RECOGNIZE AND HONOR AREA HEROES WITH FIREHOUSE VISITS ON SEPTEMBER ... - The Cypress Times ![](http://="")
ASTROS TO RECOGNIZE AND HONOR AREA HEROES WITH FIREHOUSE VISITS ON SEPTEMBER ...The Cypress TimesHOUSTON, TX ?To commemorate the ninth anniversary of the tragic events of September 11, 2001, the Houston Astros will honor area first responders and ...
Mets Start Trip on Good Note, and Also Sign Top Pick 
The Mets managed to win a rare first game to start a road trip, thanks to fine pitching by Jon Niese and Hisanori Takahashi, who stepped into the closer?s role vacated by Francisco Rodriguez and earned his first save of the season.
The Mets managed to win a rare first game to start a road trip, thanks to fine pitching by Jon Niese and Hisanori Takahashi, who stepped into the closer?s role vacated by Francisco Rodriguez and earned his first save of the season. With month left, Cardinals, Padres nose dive at bad time - USA Today ![](http://="http://nt2.ggpht.com/news/tbn/bnArbLZBDjn95M/6.jpg")
msnbc.comWith month left, Cardinals, Padres nose dive at bad timeUSA TodayThe Cardinals, coming off a 2-8 trip against the lowly Pittsburgh Pirates, Washington Nationals and Houston Astros, have a chance to make up ground in a ...National League Teams SlumpingBleacher Reportall 128 news articles »
msnbc.comWith month left, Cardinals, Padres nose dive at bad timeUSA TodayThe Cardinals, coming off a 2-8 trip against the lowly Pittsburgh Pirates, Washington Nationals and Houston Astros, have a chance to make up ground in a ...National League Teams SlumpingBleacher Reportall 128 news articles » BATS; Mariners' Wakamatsu Is the Fifth To Be Fired The last-place Seattle Mariners fired Manager Don Wakamatsu on Monday, more than halfway through a season that began with a rebuilt roster and hopes of making the playoffs for the first time since 2001. The Mariners began Monday at 42-70, the second-worst record in the American League. Daren Brown, the manager of Class AAA Tacoma for the last three-plus seasons, took over on an interim basis.
Houston Astros (53-68) at Florida Marlins (61-60), 7:10 pm - MiamiHerald.com ![](http://="http://nt2.ggpht.com/news/tbn/PnZNoaixPNPnNM/6.jpg")
Globe and MailHouston Astros (53-68) at Florida Marlins (61-60), 7:10 pmMiamiHerald.comBy Sports Network The Florida Marlins can continue a recent run of home dominance against the Houston Astros tonight when the two teams meet in game two of ...Astros-Marlins PreviewCBSSports.comPence leads Astros past Marlins 2-1The Associated PressAndrew Miller excels, but Florida Marlins fall to Houston Astros 2-1Palm Beach PostBleacher Report -Sports Chat Place -Broward New Timesall 522 news articles »
Globe and MailHouston Astros (53-68) at Florida Marlins (61-60), 7:10 pmMiamiHerald.comBy Sports Network The Florida Marlins can continue a recent run of home dominance against the Houston Astros tonight when the two teams meet in game two of ...Astros-Marlins PreviewCBSSports.comPence leads Astros past Marlins 2-1The Associated PressAndrew Miller excels, but Florida Marlins fall to Houston Astros 2-1Palm Beach PostBleacher Report -Sports Chat Place -Broward New Timesall 522 news articles » YANKEES 5, RAYS 4; Big Homer (No, Not That One) Wins It ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. -- In the rare moments Saturday night when the fans at Tropicana Field were not clapping rhythmically, blowing horns, ringing cowbells or chanting players' names, their hands might have been clutching their seats, gripped by the excitement and intensity of a late October game that was playing out on the final day of July. ''Every play, every pitch,'' Robinson Cano said.
Berkman Is Close To Joining The Yankees On a May night in Milwaukee, after another dispiriting loss by his only major league team, Lance Berkman saw no point in denying the obvious. The Houston Astros, he acknowledged, were a bad team going nowhere. ''We're old,'' Berkman said, in a mostly deserted clubhouse. ''I mean, we're older. I definitely feel old.''
Phillies Acquire Oswalt From Astros 
The Phillies strengthened their starting rotation Thursday with the acquisition of Roy Oswalt from the Astros.
The Phillies strengthened their starting rotation Thursday with the acquisition of Roy Oswalt from the Astros. ON BASEBALL; As Deadline Nears, Chips Are Starting to Fall When Justin Upton signed a six-year, $51.25 million contract extension with the Arizona Diamondbacks in March, he tied himself to a team that had just finished last in the National League West. But Upton could see a path to contention. ''A lot of it's riding on Webby, with him being the leader of the pitching staff the last few years,'' Upton said a few days later. ''If he comes back strong, we'll definitely be one of the better pitching clubs in the league.''
BASEBALL ROUNDUP; Cust Flashes Power And Patience In Athletics' Win Jack Cust's patience and penchant for power kept him from making a single out. The Athletics enjoyed every moment of it as Cust hit two home runs and walked three times to help Oakland beat the visiting Chicago White Sox, 10-2, on Saturday.
Cubs? Ted Lilly, Astros? Brett Myers Star Amid Trade Rumors 
Ted Lilly and Brett Myers enhanced their value with strong performances at Wrigley Field on Wednesday.
Ted Lilly and Brett Myers enhanced their value with strong performances at Wrigley Field on Wednesday. | |
