Hype Fire bat suspension sparks debate among youth baseball community
Check out the latest controversy in youth baseball! The ban on the popular Hype Fire bat has sparked a heated debate among parents and players. Find out why only certain models were banned and share your thoughts below. #YouthBaseball #HypeFireBan #BaseballControversy
Astros take on Rangers in ALCS rematch!
With Wednesday nightโs 8-0 shutout victory over Toronto, the Houston Astros picked up their first series win of the 2024 campaign. After starting the year 0-4, they now sit at 2-5. That record is far from glamorous, but theyโll be hoping to make it prettier this weekend with a four-game series against the Texas Rangers in Arlington.
THOUGHTS AFTER THE NO-HITTER: Let us know!
After starting the year 0-4, the Houston Astros notched their first win Monday night in dominant fashion, beating Toronto 10-0. With two more games lined up against the Blue Jays, the Astros are looking to correct course ahead of a trip to Arlington. Can they do it, or was last night just a flash in the pan?
Astros Spring Training Notes: Full Squad Workouts, Bregmanโs contract situation and Peรฑaโs new swing
The Houston Astros held their first full squad workout Monday in West Palm Beach, where new manager Joe Espada sent a message in a team meeting - this is a World Series contender. While Espada declined to go into the specifics of his speech, players intimated Espada laid out how much talent and experience this club has.
Michael Brantley talks retirement at Mr. October Foundation Celebrity Golf Classic
After 19 years in professional baseball and 15 years in the major leagues, Michael Brantley hung up his cleats this offseason, ending a career that saw him get a World Series ring, 5 All-star selections and a Silver Slugger.
Houston Astros claim RHP Declan Cronin from White Sox, designate Joel Kuhnel
The Houston Astros announced Thursday they claimed right-handed pitcher Declan Cronin off waivers, from the Chicago White Sox. The Astros designated right-handed pitcher Joel Kuhnel for assignment as the corresponding move, to clear a roster spot for Cronin.
Why Shohei Ohtaniโs heavily-deferred contract could be model pro athletes ask for going forward
Ohtani has decided to defer $680 million of the contract until after his playing days are over, meaning heโll take in roughly $2 million of salary each year for the duration of the contract that will run through 2033.
POLL: Do you think having Minute Maid Park roof closed improves how the Houston Astros play?
Long time Astros fans know the team prefers that the retractable roof of Minute Maid Park remains shut. Players have been quoted as saying itโs part of their home field advantage. A closed ballpark is louder.
Brantley โfeels goodโ as he works his way back to MLB
Astros left fielder Michael Brantley had a stop and start rehab process in 2023 as he worked his way back from shoulder surgery. Earlier this season, Brantley got to a rehab assignment before fatigue in his surgically repaired shoulder forced a shutdown.
Astros fansโ joy overfloweth โพ๐: These are the best reactions to Framber Valdez, Justin Verlander news
Framber Valdez threw the 16th no-hitter in Houston Astros history in a 2-0 victory over the Cleveland Guardians on Tuesday night, just hours after the Astros reacquired ace Justin Verlander from the New York Mets.
WATCH LIVE: Strake Jesuit takes on Clear Brook in high school baseball playoffs tonight โพ
Looking for something to stream tonight? Weโve got you covered with live high school baseball playoff action. Strake Jesuit takes on Clear Brook in a best of three series. Grand Oaks and Aldine also face off as each team looks to secure their first win in their series this evening.
VYPE HOU Pre-Season Baseball Player Of The Year Fan Poll
With the beginning of the Baseball season comes the VYPE HOU Pre-Season Baseball Player of the Year Fan Poll. VYPE HOU sorted through all of the stats from around H-town this season and has narrowed it down to some of the top athletes in the area. Be sure to vote for your favorite athlete out of the ones listed below!
Astros: Weโre less than 90 days away from the 2023 MLB season
Happy New Year! Weโre less than 90 days away from the 2023 MLB season and it has come up on us quickly! The 2022 Champion Houston Astros are slowly filling out their 40-man roster and seem to be ready to go without making any further moves. Letโs get into whatโs important this week.
Astros into the new year: Whatโs going on with the team, whatโs left to do for a 2023 World Series run
Merry Christmas, Astros fans! You got your present six weeks ago, but Iโm sure there are still plenty of Astros jerseys under the tree (except maybe Jeremy Peรฑa jerseys, which are notoriously hard to find according to our Mario Diaz.
Astros superstars Yordan Alvarez, Cristian Javier to meet fans this Wednesday following World Series win
Astros superstars Yordan Alvarez and Cristian Javier will hold special meet and greet events and sign autographs at two DICKโs Sporting Goods locations following the Astrosโ World Series win in both Katy and in Friendswood this Wednesday.