# Houston astros
Houston Astros Face Must-Win Series in the Final Stretch of the Season
The Houston Astros are in a precarious position as the MLB season nears its end. Swept by the Kansas City Royals over the weekend, the Astros are still clinging to a playoff spot in the American League. Still, their recent performance has raised questions about their postseason prospects.
A wild final week looms in MLB postseason races
The regular season in Major League Baseball is a 162-game marathon. An endurance test that begins in the cold of early spring advances through the long, hot dog days of summer and winds down as the leaves begin to fall from the trees and the weather again cools at the start of fall.
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Astros Deliver Electric Shock: Tucker's Walk-off Seals Dramatic Comeback!
When you talk about heart-stopping baseball, look no further than Minute Maid Park last night! The Astros, down and almost out, staged a monumental rally for the ages. Meyers' ninth-inning lifeline, Dubón's critical walk, Peña's clutch double, and the relentless relief squad kept Houston in the game. But it was Kyle Tucker, ladies and gentlemen, who emerged as the hero with a bases-loaded, game-winning single, pushing the Astros to their most thrilling victory this season. Stephen A. Smith declares, 'That's not just a win; that's a STATEMENT!
Does Tanking in Baseball Actually Work?
The Atlanta Braves won the World Series in 2021 and currently have the best record in Major League Baseball by five games and are on pace to break the Minnesota Twins' 2019 single-season team home run record (Braves are on pace for 313, which would best Minnesota's record of 307).
Controversial Play by Astros Center Fielder Sparks Fan Outrage
In a recent game between the Houston Astros and the Seattle Mariners, Astros center fielder Chas McCormick found himself at the center of a heated controversy. McCormick's questionable actions during the game's late innings left fans and Major League Baseball enthusiasts rightfully upset, as he executed a dirty play that could have resulted in a severe injury. Let's delve into the details of this incident and the subsequent fan criticism it garnered.
Astros' star Jeremy Peña melts hearts with a gesture after home runs! His momma's boy's signature move
In the realm of sports, athletes often have unique ways of expressing their triumphs and celebrating their achievements. For Houston Astros rookie Jeremy Peña, a simple yet meaningful gesture has captured the hearts of fans. Following a home run or a scoring RBI, Peña can be seen holding up what has been affectionately dubbed the "heart hands," and the reason behind it is as heartwarming as it gets.
The 7 supportive and influential Houston Astros wives you should follow on instagram
Photo by@katpressly | Instagram, @__monicaalvarez__ | Instagram. Behind the scenes of the Houston Astros' success on the baseball field lies a group of strong and supportive wives who form a tight-knit community. While players like Justin Verlander and Jose Altuve often take the spotlight, their partners also play significant roles in supporting their careers. If you want to catch a glimpse of what Astros game days look like behind the scenes or learn more about the players' lives off the field, here are seven Astros wives whose Instagram accounts are worth following.
Nolan Ryan’s Final Save
Fifty years ago today, on May 12, 1973, Nolan Ryan recorded the third and final save of his lengthy Hall of Fame career. When he first arrived in the big leagues with his blazing fastball in 1966, the New York Mets didn’t really know what to do with Ryan, and that never really changed. He had just a brief call-up in 1966, followed by a lost season in 1967 in which Ryan was sick, serving in the Army Reserve, or pitching just 11 innings briefly in the minor leagues.
Retired MLB Legend Announces Return to Baseball
Following the 2017 Major League Baseball season, one of the all-time greats to play the game, Carlos Beltran, announced that his time as a big-leaguer had come to an end. He had spent the year playing for the Houston Astros and went out a World Series champion. His role on the team was as a fan-favorite veteran influence on the younger players.
Former Baseball Player and Manager Dies
It is with great sadness that we report the passing of former Major League Baseball player Bert Pena, who died at the age of 63 after a battle with esophageal cancer. Pena, born Adalberto Pena Rivera in Santurce, Puerto Rico in 1959, had a notable career in baseball, playing 88 games over six seasons with the Houston Astros between 1981 and 1987. He was known for his defensive skills, and spent most of his professional career in the Houston Astros' minor league system, including several seasons with the Triple-A Tucson Toros.