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Shields strong again in Royals' 3-1 loss to Astros

Thu, 23 May 2013 00:51:14 -0400

HOUSTON - James Shields had another strong start for Kansas City on Wednesday night. Unfortunately for Shields and the Royals, the rest of the game was also familiar.

Royals fall to Astros 6-5

Tue, 21 May 2013 00:45:37 -0400

HOUSTON - The Kansas City Royals lost three straight games by one run this weekend to the Oakland Athletics.

Pirates edged by Astros 4-2 in 11 innings

Sun, 19 May 2013 01:24:32 -0400

PITTSBURGH - The Pittsburgh Pirates' bullpen had been automatic with late-inning leads. Until Saturday night.

Dropped fly ball gives Pirates 5-4 win over Astros

Sat, 18 May 2013 00:44:23 -0400

PITTSBURGH - Things are going so well for the Pittsburgh Pirates these days that opposing teams can't even make routine catches.

Rangers complete sweep over Astros with 12-7 win

Sun, 12 May 2013 18:59:32 -0400

HOUSTON - Texas manager Ron Washington wasn't sure what to expect from a couple of reserves he started on Sunday to give his Nelson Cruz and Ian Kinsler a day off.

Tigers' Verlander holds Astros hitless until 7th

Sun, 05 May 2013 21:12:04 -0400

HOUSTON - Detroit starter Justin Verlander made another no-hit bid Sunday against the Houston Astros.

Cano homers, Yankees hold off Astros 5-4

Thu, 02 May 2013 00:05:34 -0400

NEW YORK - Minus all those injured sluggers, the New York Yankees know they need to do the little things on offense to win.

Wild Humber hurts Astros in 7-4 loss to Yankees

Wed, 01 May 2013 00:35:38 -0400

NEW YORK - Considering his previous two outings, Phil Humber was pleased with his performance against the New York Yankees.

Lackey solid in return as Red Sox beat Astros 6-1

Sun, 28 Apr 2013 19:49:13 -0400

BOSTON - There was a little tension in Fenway Park when John Lackey's return from the disabled list began with a 27-pitch first inning.