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Bedard helps Astros to 2-1 win over White Sox

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 00:40:25 -0400

HOUSTON - Chris Sale struck out a season-high 14 batters and didn't allow an earned run against the Houston Astros on Friday night.

Astros ninth inning rally sink M's

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 02:34:24 -0400

SEATTLE - Even with a stellar seven inning start from Jordan Lyles, the Houston Astros were staring at the possibility of a winless road trip and seven-game losing streak as they headed to the plate in the ninth inning.

Mariners' Harang allows 2 hits in win over Astros

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 02:34:03 -0400

SEATTLE - At this point in the season when things should be coming together, there is a sense that the Houston Astros are falling apart.

Keuchel outpitched as Astros drop 5th straight

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 03:29:35 -0400

SEATTLE - Houston Astros left-hander Dallas Keuchel entered Monday night's game against Seattle on a roll, winning three of his previous four starts.

Gordon, Hosmer help Royals win 5th straight

Sun, 09 Jun 2013 19:18:11 -0400

KANSAS CITY, Missouri - Luis Mendoza finally figured out what he needs to do to succeed at home.

Astros claim LHP LeBlanc off waivers from Marlins

Sat, 08 Jun 2013 17:44:53 -0400

KANSAS CITY, Missouri - The Houston Astros claimed left-hander Wade LeBlanc off waivers from the Miami Marlins on Saturday and expect to use him out of the bullpen to provide depth in long relief.

Astros fall to Royals 4-2 in series opener

Sat, 08 Jun 2013 00:20:18 -0400

KANSAS CITY, Missouri - Jordan Lyles kept matching James Shields pitch for pitch, the young Astros starter dueling with the veteran Royals ace to a stalemate through seven innings Friday night.

Hardy, Gonzalez lead Orioles over Astros 3-1

Thu, 06 Jun 2013 18:44:44 -0400

HOUSTON - J.J. Hardy isn't sure why he always starts slow in April before his hitting picks up in May and June.

Astros beat Angels for 3rd straight time, 5-4

Sun, 02 Jun 2013 21:26:22 -0400

ANAHEIM, California - The Houston Astros appear to be enjoying their new address in the American League West, particularly when they play the Los Angeles Angels.

Martinez delivers go-ahead RBI single for Astros

Thu, 30 May 2013 01:39:37 -0400

DENVER - A combination of power and small ball helped the Houston Astros break open a tight game in the late innings.

Cuddyer hits RBI single in 9th, Rockies top Astros

Tue, 28 May 2013 19:22:59 -0400

HOUSTON - The Houston Astros are focused on building for the future.

Cuddyer hits RBI single in 9th, Rockies top Astros

Tue, 28 May 2013 18:57:27 -0400

HOUSTON - Michael Cuddyer is still recovering from being plunked in the right forearm a couple of days ago, which makes doing many things uncomfortable.

Umpire expresses regret on botched call

Sat, 25 May 2013 22:59:48 -0400

SEATTLE - Umpire Jeff Nelson expressed regret on Saturday for making an incorrect call a night earlier, saying it was a play he'd never seen in 25 years.

Royals end skid with 7-3 win over Astros

Wed, 22 May 2013 01:29:46 -0400

HOUSTON - Mike Moustakas was a bit daunted when he came to the plate in the eighth inning with the bases loaded and his team down by one. The numbers were looming right there on the scoreboard: 0 for 18 and a batting average under .180

Locke, Pirates shut down Astros 1-0

Sun, 19 May 2013 17:42:09 -0400

PITTSBURGH - Jeff Locke didn't have his best stuff Sunday. He didn't need it to shut down the majors' worst team.