Tag: Houston Astros
Astros' failure to lock down sweep illustrates what they need at the trade deadline
HOUSTON — Into an inferno stepped Bryan King, a mustachioed man with 36 days of major-league service time. Few in this sellout crowd...
Astros' GM Dana Brown: Starting pitching remains top priority at trade deadline
HOUSTON — Acquiring a starting pitcher to solidify their injury-ravaged rotation remains the Houston Astros’ priority before Tuesday’s trade deadline, general manager Dana...
MLB trade deadline Q&A: Bowden on the market and latest rumblings as deals pick up
It’s officially trade season. With the deals starting to pick up, I answered another batch of subscriber questions as we head into the...
What I'm hearing about the MLB trade deadline: The latest on the Rangers, Angels, Pirates and more
It’s official: The Texas Rangers are going for it.In less than a month, the defending World Series champions have improved their postseason odds...
Astros' trade deadline needs accentuated by 2 dismal days in Oakland
OAKLAND, Calif. — Hiding the Houston Astros’ flaws is impossible, a fact two dismal days at this decrepit ballpark have reinforced. Any momentum...