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Billy Joel fans, rejoice! Tickets to his Texas show at Minute Maid Park will go on sale beginning Jan. 24.

One of the FEMA testing sites will be placed in Harris County.

Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner is holding a news conference around 1 p.m. at Minute Maid Park’s testing site to discuss the COVID-19 situation in the city.

The Houston Health Department is partnering with DAVACO to open another drive-thru COVID-19 testing site this week.

Major League Baseball payrolls dropped 4% in 2021 compared to the league’s last full season, and the $4.05 billion total was the lowest in a fully completed year since 2015.

Of the thousands of stories published on <a href="http://click2houston.com/" target="_blank">Click2Houston.com</a> in 2021, these are the ones that you read, shared and discussed the most.

MLB’s labor strife showdown pits the league’s owners vs.

It's now official - Carlos Correa and Justin Verlander have both declined the qualifying offers from the Houston Astros and will be entering free agency.

Organizers for the Billy Joel concert at Minute Maid Park have delayed ticket sale "until further notice."

The Houston Astros and Live Nation have revealed that Billy Joel is the surprise performer for an upcoming concert coming next fall to Minute Maid Park.

A star-studded group of celebrities, former and current MLB players, and socialites will play in the Cactus Jack Fall Classic at Minute Maid Park on Thursday.

The Atlanta Braves first World Series win in over 20 years averaged 11.7 million viewers for the six-game set against the Houston Astros.

Just after lunchtime on Wednesday afternoon, newsrooms across Houston received a news release indicating a BIG announcement was going to be made the next morning at Minute Maid Park. It noted that details would be revealed about a concert happening at the ballpark next fall featuring<i> </i><i><b>“one of the greatest musicians of our time.”</b></i>

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Whether you’re at Minute Made Park or watching the ball game from home, you will see a lot of signs in the stands. Signs for both teams. If you look along the third base line, you will see a regular face-- Barbara Moon.

Sunday night the Astros defeated the Braves 9 to 5, forcing the World Series into Game 6 at Minute Made Park. Right now, Houston trails Atlanta by one game. Ahead of Tuesday night’s game, the series is Atlanta 3, Houston 2.

Scattered among throngs of Astros diehards at Minute Maid Park during games 1 and 2 of the World Series were a surprising number of people sporting Braves jerseys. Here's why.

The World Series tie will be broken Friday night when the Astros and Braves play Game 3. Atlanta claimed a victory to start the series, but Houston had a nice recovery in Game 2 -- even with the roof open at Minute Maid Park.

Joshua Streit is accused of operating a website that illegally sold copyrighted content from major baseball, football, basketball and hockey leagues.

The Astros hit the road to take on the Atlanta Braves in games 3, 4 and 5 of the World Series and watch parties will be held at Minute Maid Park this Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.

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The Houston Astros have announced details of all the festivities planned for both Games 1 and 2 of the World Series taking place at Minute Maid Park.

The Houston Astros are in the World Series so Aramark, the exclusive food and beverage partner at Minute Maid Park, is cooking up something special for fans in attendance.

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The Astros will have homefield advantage, with games 1 and 2 at Minute Maid Park this week.

Baseball’s ninth work stoppage and first in 26 years appears almost certain to start Dec. 2.

As one would expect, Minute Mark is filled with fans sporting their best team attire... t-shirts, hats, and more. Still, in the sea of orange, blue, and white, some fans stand out for their dedication to both the Astros and fashion. Check out the gallery above for a look at some of the best-dressed Astros fans at the ballpark.

First pitch is fast approaching and Astros fans across the Houston area are rooting for the team to clinch the American League Championship Series TONIGHT! KPRC 2 Sports Director Randy McIlvoy is at Minute Maid Park to break down the game and what it will take for the ‘Stros to win and avoid taking the series to game seven.

A longtime Houston DJ has become the first DJ to get fans pumped up inside Minute Maid Park during postseason games.

Thousands of anxious and excited fans will travel to Minute Maid Park for Game 6 of the ALCS on Friday, and scammers are hoping to take advantage of those that will park near the stadium.

Fans are invited to come to Minute Maid Park beginning Monday, Oct. 18 for the Astros ALCS Postseason Watch Parties as the Astros travel to Boston to take on the Red Sox in Game 3 of the American League Championship Series.

Trying to figure out where to watch the Houston Astros now that they’re on enemy turf? Consider your search over. The Astros will host road game watch parties at Minute Maid Park, beginning Monday with ALCS Game 3. Gates will open at 5 p.m. Monday ahead of Monday’s 7:07 p.m. first pitch.

After Game 1 heroics late Saturday night, the Houston Astros dropped Game 2 on Sunday to the Boston Red Sox 9-5.

In a back-and-forth opener to the American League Championship Series, Carlos Correa hit the go-ahead home run in the bottom of the seventh inning and the Astros hung on for a 5-4 victory to take the 1-0 series lead.

Houston police announced they will roll out road closures surrounding Minute Maid Park and parts of downtown for Game 6 and, if necessary, Game 7 of the World Series.

The Houston Astros have announced details of the festivities planned for Games One and Two of the American League Championship Series. The series against the Boston Red Sox begins with back to back games Friday and Saturday at Minute Maid Park.

The Astros Postseason success is is giving local businesses near Minute Maid park quite the economic boost.

A video from Game 1 of the Astros ALDS run is now going viral. The video shows a back-and-forth fight between fans at Minute Maid Park on Thursday.

Carlos Correa and Kyle Tucker delivered back-to-back big hits in the 7th inning to help deliver the Astros a 9-4 win and a 2-0 lead in the ALDS over the Chicago White Sox.

Fans can enjoy new, super cool artwork when they go to Minute Maid Park this postseason.

A longtime Astros employee was preparing for the start of the ALDS at Minute Maid Park on Thursday.

From game tickets to gear, we've got you covered on all things Astros postseason.

Looking for a job, Houston? The <a href="https://www.mlb.com/astros/team/jobs?partnerID=redirect-hou-jobs" target="_blank">Houston Astros</a> are looking for part-time help for multiple areas at Minute Maid Park.

The fourth annual Houston Sports Hall of Fame will showcase Houston sports legends – Jeff Bagwell, Craig Biggio, Andre Johnson, Guy V. Lewis, and Bill Yeoman – when the 2021 Houston Sports Hall of Fame inductees receive their Hall of Fame rings and have their plaques unveiled on the Walk of Fame at the GreenStreet Promenade on Tuesday.

José Marmolejos hit a tiebreaking, two-run single with two outs in the ninth inning and J.P. Crawford padded the lead with a two-run homer as the Seattle Mariners avoided a sweep with an 8-5 win over the Houston Astros on Wednesday.

Carlos Correa drove in the winning run in the 10th inning after Alex Bregman tied it in the ninth, and the Houston Astros rallied for a 5-4 win over the Seattle Mariners.

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Alex Bregman had two hits and an RBI in his first action in more than two months, and he scored the winning run in the 10th inning on a groundout by Jake Meyers to lift the Houston Astros to a 6-5 win over the Kansas City Royals.

Alex Bregman had two hits and an RBI in his first action in more than two months, and he scored the winning run in the 10th inning on a groundout by Jake Meyers to lift the Houston Astros to a 6-5 win over the Kansas City Royals.

The attorney for a 2-year-old girl struck by a foul ball during a 2019 Houston Astros game at Minute Maid Park says the Astros have settled the family's claim for damages.

Jake Odorizzi and four relievers combined on a five-hit shutout, Taylor Jones had a two-run double and the Houston Astros beat the Colorado Rockies 5-0.

Legend Homes, the engineer and builder of the 15th annual HomeAid Project Playhouse Union...

Houston area officials say the latest wave of COVID-19 cases is pushing the local health care system to nearly “a breaking point,” resulting in some patients having to be transferred out of the city to get medical care, including one who had to be taken to North Dakota.

For the second straight day, the Houston Astros have made a trade designed to improve their bullpen.

A local man is thanking the Houston Astros organization and staff for helping save his father, who was having a heart attack, at Minute Maid Park.

Yordan Alvarez snapped an 0-for-22 slump with a two-run homer to help the Houston Astros to a 4-3 win over the Cleveland Indians.

HomeAid Houston’s 15th annual Project Playhouse called Union Station, engineered and...

Astros star slugger Jose Altuve hit a three-run homer to cap a startling six-run rally in the bottom of the ninth inning, getting his shirt yanked off in a frenzied celebration and lifting the Astros over the New York Yankees 8-7.

The Houston Astros have some conveniently-timed giveaways for their fans coming to their three-game home series against the New York Yankees.

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Venture over to Minute Maid Park, and you'll stumble upon a Houston Victorian architectural gem that may seem a little out-of-place. Moving along with the home will be a historic locomotive that also rests on the land near Minute Maid Park. Right after the Astros' deal was made in 2019, Houston First's Peter McStravack told ABC-13 that the city bought the home years ago and moved the house to its current location near Minute Maid Park. The Victorian home has changed hands several times and moved from Rusk Street to its location on Avenida De Las Americas right next Minute Maid Park, according to Houston Public Media's Abner Fletcher. "And in Houston, you know, you take your hills where you can find them," Parsons said in an interview with Houston Public Media.

Venture over to Minute Maid Park, and you'll stumble upon a Houston Victorian architectural gem that may seem a little out-of-place. Moving along with the home will be a historic locomotive that also rests on the land near Minute Maid Park. Right after the Astros' deal was made in 2019, Houston First's Peter McStravack told ABC-13 that the city bought the home years ago and moved the house to its current location near Minute Maid Park. The Victorian home has changed hands several times and moved from Rusk Street to its location on Avenida De Las Americas right next Minute Maid Park, according to Houston Public Media's Abner Fletcher. "And in Houston, you know, you take your hills where you can find them," Parsons said in an interview with Houston Public Media.

HOUSTON The Astros are ready to move forward and allow players to have limited access to Minute Maid Park and the West Palm Beach facility starting Monday, a team official announced Sunday. The Astros General Manager James Click confirmed the decision in an email to KPRC Sports Director Randy McIlroy. Strict rules will be in place for those that choose to workout individually. Its not unlike how a lot of businesses are reopening with minimal capacity and social distancing. Anyone entering the facility will be screened for symptoms and personal protective equipment is required unless involved in strenuous activity.

But the big issue is that owners are reportedly seeking a 50-50 revenue-sharing plan, which ties player compensation to league profits. The MLB isn't expecting the players union to accept any recommendation immediately. Multiple people familiar with the discussion said the league gave a presentation to the Major League Baseball Players Association, or MLBPA, on Tuesday. The parties did briefly discuss economics of resuming operations, but the MLB did not submit a formal proposal that's been in the works. The last time MLB owners attempted to install a revenue-sharing system or a salary cap it led to the 1994 strike, which lasted more than seven months.

The 2020 WWE Royal Rumble came to Houston this weekend, marking the end of a weekend full of matches from Smackdown and NXT. The event featured eight matches, including the Smackdowns Women's Championship, the United States Championship Match, the strap match for the universal championship, and, most notably, the mens and womens Royal Rumble. The Royal Rumble, a 30 person battle royal match where the last man or woman standing wins, brought back some crowd favorites as well as some upsets. In the womens match Naomi, the former Divas champion, returned to the ring after being out of the public eye for the last few months. Brock Lesnar came to the Royal Rumble to defend his championship.

Harris County alcohol sales: Minute Maid Park still led alcohol sales in November20. Perry's Steakhouse & Grille Address: 9730 Cypresswood Dr. Total receipts: $211,486 Photo: Karen Warren, Staff Photographer Photo: Karen Warren, Staff Photographer Image 1 of / 25 Caption Close Harris County alcohol sales: Minute Maid Park still led alcohol sales in November 1 / 25 Back to GalleryNovember alcohol sales at Minute Maid Park eclipsed nearly all other sales at bars and restaurants in Harris County, data shows. Above, you can see all of the bars, restaurants and other locations that led Harris County in total mixed beverage sales for November 2019. May still remains the best month for alcohol sales in Harris County. Over the 31 days, Harris County venues combined to produce just over $133 million in total mixed beverage receipts.

Cole's contract, which was agreed to during the MLB winter meetings, would make his deal the fourth-largest in MLB history just behind Yankees outfielder Giancarlo Stanton's 13-year, $325 million contract. Combined with pitcher Max Scherzer's 2020 salary of $35.9 million, the Nationals are spending about $71 million between the two players. The contract pays an average of $35 million a year, but just $25.5 million in 2020, according to the Associate Press. That distinction goes to Mike Trout and Albert Pujols, who will make $37.7 million and $29 million, respectively, in 2020. The Astros and Red Sox will spend $68 million and $62 million, respectively, on their two highest-paid players in 2020, according to the Baseball Prospectus data.

Harris County alcohol sales: Minute Maid Park was Houston's hottest spot during down month20. In September, bars, restaurants and other alcohol-selling venues recorded just over $76 million in total mixed beverage sales, per the updated Texas Comptroller data. In October, bars, restaurants and other alcohol-selling venues recorded just over $54 million in total mixed beverage sales, per the updated Texas Comptroller data. Over the 31 days, Harris County venues combined to produce just over $133 million in total mixed beverage receipts. Above, you can see all of the bars, restaurants and other locations that led Harris County in total mixed beverage sales for October 2019.

Liberty County DA arrested on assault chargeLiberty County District Attorney Logan Pickett was arrested at the Westin Hotel in downtown Houston Saturday night after allegedly assaulting his wife, police say. Liberty County District Attorney Logan Pickett was arrested at the Westin Hotel in downtown Houston Saturday night after allegedly assaulting his wife, police say. Photo: David Taylor Photo: David Taylor Image 1 of / 9 Caption Close Liberty County DA arrested on assault charge 1 / 9 Back to GalleryLiberty County District Attorney Logan Pickett was arrested Saturday near Minute Maid Park for allegedly assaulting his wife, according to court records and media reports. The clerk called police, but Picketts wife refused to speak with the responding officer about the incident, according to media reports. Police arrested and booked Pickett into Harris County Jail.

Grab your warm jacket if you'll be outside around or before sunrise! https://t.co/kYz1z4P7gd pic.twitter.com/ZzE2Mwk7AK — Travis Herzog (@TravisABC13) November 16, 2020RADAR MAPS:HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- It's going to be a cold sunrise in Houston. With a clear sky, light winds, and very dry air in place, temperatures will easily drop into the 40s across most of Southeast Texas.Sunshine will warm temps into the mid 70s Tuesday afternoon under a perfectly clear sky.Gorgeous weather looks to continue throughout most of the work week. Overall, it will be a great week to spend outdoors, just be mindful of the seasonal allergens ragweed and cedar tree pollen.Moisture should start to return over the weekend bringing back a slight chance of rain Saturday and Sunday. Temperatures will turn milder with lows in the 60s and highs in the 80s.Our next cold front looks to arrive Sunday night or Monday morning, bringing a round of scattered showers and more pleasant weather to kick off Thanksgiving week.At this time Thanksgiving Day looks to be mild here in Houston with a low around 60 and a high close to 80.SHARE YOUR WEATHER PHOTOS: Send us pics and videos of weather in your area to news@abc13.com and at #ABC13Eyewitness on social media.

Washington Nationals general manager Mike Rizzo and manager Dave Martinez #4 hold up the World Series trophy after the Nationals defeat the Houston Astros in Game 7 to win the 2019 World Series at Minute Maid Park on Wednesday, October 30, 2019 in Houston, Texas. The Washington Nationals have revived baseball in the nation's capital, and the television ratings are proof Major League Baseball is making a comeback in the D.C. area. The ratings for Game 7 of the World Series between the Nationals and Houston Astros were the best ratings for any MLB telecast in the Washington, D.C. market since 1998, according to league officials. Officials said the World Series in the D.C. area finished with an average rating in the local market of 23.3% across all seven games. Additionally, five of the seven World Series games were the highest-rated MLB games in D.C. since Game 7 of 2001 World Series featuring the Arizona Diamondbacks and the New York Yankees.

NEW YORK - NEW YORK (AP) - Los Angeles Angels outfielder Mike Trout, Houston third baseman Alex Bregman and Oakland shortstop Marcus Semien are finalists for the AL MVP award. Houston's Gerrit Cole and Justin Verlander are finalists for the AL Cy Young Award along with Tampa Bay's Charlie Morton, the Baseball Writers' Association of America said Monday. Verlander won the 2011 Cy Young with Detroit, when he also was voted MVP. New York Mets ace Jacob deGrom is a finalist for the NL Cy Young Award after getting 29 of 30 first-place votes last year. Atlanta's Brian Snitker is a finalist to win the NL award for the second straight season, joined by Milwaukee's Craig Counsell and St. Louis' Mike Shildt.

NEW YORK - Carlos Beltrn, two years removed from his playing career and with no managerial experience, has been picked by the New York Mets to replace Mickey Callaway. A nine-time All-Star during 20 major league seasons, Beltrn played for the Mets from 2005-11. He interviewed to become New York Yankees manager after the 2017 season, when Aaron Boone was hired, and spent this season as an adviser to Yankees general manager Brian Cashman. The 42-year-old Beltrn becomes the first minority to fill one of the eight major league manager vacancies this offseason. Callaway was hired by then-general manager Sandy Alderson and led New York to a disappointing 77-85 record in his first season.

The Washington Nationals won the World Series winning four games to three. Mandatory Credit: Erik Williams-USA TODAY Sports/File Photo(Reuters) - The Washington Nationals have accepted an invitation to visit U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House on Monday to celebrate the franchises first World Series triumph. Their decision to visit with Trump, who is currently facing an impeachment inquiry, was announced on Twitter by a White House official on Friday. Trump attended Game 5 of the World Series at Nationals Park. Numerous athletes on championship squads have said they would not go to the White House while Trump is in office, occasionally prompting Trump to rescind invitations.

Washington Nationals general manager Mike Rizzo and manager Dave Martinez #4 hold up the World Series trophy after the Nationals defeat the Houston Astros in Game 7 to win the 2019 World Series at Minute Maid Park on Wednesday, October 30, 2019 in Houston, Texas. The Washington Nationals plan to visit the White House on Monday, less than a week after claiming their first World Series victory. Trump has not followed prevailing presidential practice on sports traditions on several fronts, including not yet throwing out an opening pitch at a World Series game while in office. The Nationals beat the Astros, 6-2, in Game 7 in Houston on Wednesday, becoming the first Washington team to win the World Series since the 1924 Senators. "Congratulations to the Washington Nationals on a great season and an incredible World Series," Trump tweeted hours later.

The Houston Astros faced the Washington Nationals for Game 7 of the World Series at Minute Maid Park in Houston on Oct. 30, 2019. HOUSTON - The ending was disappointing, but the Astros are keeping their heads up. A 6-2 loss to the Nationals in Game 7 is not what the Astros had in mind. This team brought a lot of joy to Houston this season, and theyre thankful for that. Astros fans, no doubt, are already anticipating what next years team will do.

Zack Greinke looks on prior to Game 7 of the 2019 World Series against the Washington Nationals at Minute Maid Park on October 30, 2019, in Houston. The champagne was chilling and the sellout crowd of 43,326 was ready to party and celebrate Houstons second World Series title. All was good, but then the wheels came off quickly as the Nationals erased a 2-0 Astros lead. The Nationals bullpen seals the deal and ends the Astros seasonShellshocked by the Nationals comeback, the Astros bats went silent down the stretch. The season ended on a Brantley strikeout and the World Series was officially over.

EMBED >More News Videos Craig Biggio brings Sunshine Kids to Minute Maid ParkHOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- A group of kids battling cancer got the boost they needed thanks to Mattress Mack's World Series tickets.Wednesday morning, the organization, Sunshine Kids, said it received a call from Jim McIngvale, also known as Gallery Furniture's "Mattress Mack. "Thirty people from the group received tickets from Mattress Mack. The organization works with kids battling cancer.For more than a decade, Mattress Mack and his wife, Linda, have supported the organization. "I was shocked," recalled Mia Spargo, one of the Sunshine Kids.. "I just got out of school. "Wednesday was extra special for the Sunshine Kids.

The Washington Nationals stunned the Houston Astros 6-2 in a winner-take-all Game Seven on Wednesday to secure their maiden Major League Baseball World Series title in a Fall Classic unlike any other. Manager Dave Martinez #4 of the Washington Nationals hoists the Commissioners Trophy after defeating the Houston Astros 6-2 in Game Seven to win the 2019 World Series at Minute Maid Park on October 30, 2019 in Houston, Texas. Washington Nationals catcher Yan Gomes (10) celebrates after defeating the Houston Astros in game seven of the 2019 World Series at Minute Maid Park. The victory set off celebrations in Washington, a city whose last World Series victory came in 1924 when the Senators defeated the New York Giants. Fans react to the World Series Game 7 on a big screen just a block from Nationals Park at Walter's Sports Bar on October 30, 2019 in Washington, DC.

The Houston Astros took on the Washington Nationals in Game 7 of the World Series at Minute Maid Park in Houston on Oct. 30, 2019. HOUSTON - The Houston Astros couldnt take it back Wednesday night as they lost Game 7 of the World Series to the Washington Nationals 6-2. Houston held a two-nothing lead until the seventh inning when Washington scored an unanswered three runs. That was followed by a fourth run in the eighth inning and two runs in the ninth. You can read a recap of our live coverage of the game below.

The Houston Astros took on the Washington Nationals in Game 7 of the World Series at Minute Maid Park in Houston on Oct. 30, 2019. Hide Caption

EMBED >More News Videos Craig Biggio brings Sunshine Kids to Minute Maid ParkHOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- A group of kids battling cancer got the boost they needed thanks to Mattress Mack's World Series tickets.Wednesday morning, the organization, Sunshine Kids, said it received a call from Jim McIngvale, also known as Gallery Furniture's "Mattress Mack. "Thirty people from the group received tickets from Mattress Mack. The organization works with kids battling cancer.For more than a decade, Mattress Mack and his wife, Linda, have supported the organization. "I was shocked," recalled Mia Spargo, one of the Sunshine Kids.. "I just got out of school. "Wednesday was extra special for the Sunshine Kids.

The Houston Astros took on the Washington Nationals in Game 7 of the World Series at Minute Maid Park in Houston on Oct. 30, 2019. HOUSTON - It will all be decided tonight as the Houston Astros take on the Washington Nationals for Game 7 of the World Series. With the best-of-seven series tied at three, Wednesdays game will determine who takes home the Commissioners Trophy. Follow our live coverage of the game below. App users click here to view this content.

KPRC 2 Reporter Rose-Ann Aragon cheer on the Astros outside Minute Maid Park during Game 7 of the World Series. Copyright 2019 by KPRC Click2Houston - All rights reserved.

Alex Bregman hits a solo home run against the Washington Nationals during the first inning in Game Six of the 2019 World Series at Minute Maid Park on October 29, 2019, in Houston. HOUSTON - Alex Bregman knocked a home run into the Crawford Boxes in the first inning of Game 6 of the World Series on Tuesday night to put Houston on top. Then the 21-year-old phenom mimicked Bregman by taking his bat with him before throwing it down at first base, just as Bregman had done four innings earlier. "He shouldn't carry the bat past first base," Hinch said. "I want to play team baseball and try and help this team win.

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- Alright, alright, alright!Actor Matthew McConaughey will swing by Minute Maid Park Wednesday night for Game 7 of the World Series, and that sound you hear right now is probably more Houston Astros fans ferociously clicking to buy tickets.McConaughey will announce the "Play Ball!" According to ESPN , he won't be participating so that he can rest his eye after it was injured during Sunday's game against the Oakland Raiders.The Killer B's, a.k.a. It's the first World Series ever in which the road team has won each of the first six games. You'll need a valid game ticket to get into the fest, which ends at 7 p.m.The game is set for 7:08 p.m., and Astros pitcher Zack Greinke will be on the mound. Pitcher Max Scherzer will get the start for the Washington Nationals.

Make Game 7 even more exciting with a game of Joe Buck Bingo, a viral game popping up in thousands of Facebook news feeds ahead of the showdown at Minute Maid Park tonight. Whenever the FOX Sports broadcaster Joe Buck "mentions Altuve's height," "basically cheers for the Nats" or any of the other hilarious things listed on the sheet, mark a square off and get that much closer to winning. Joe Buck has been FOX Sports' lead play-by-play announcer for the MLB since 1996. Buck also serves as the lead announcer for FOX Sports' NFL and USGA coverage. Come join Houston Astros Nation Original Credit - Caleb Simmons Formatting - Samantha-Anne Horwitch Posted by Houston Astros Nation on Monday, October 28, 2019Copyright 2019 by KPRC Click2Houston - All rights reserved.

HOUSTON - The Houston Astros will take on the Washington Nationals in a Game 7 of the World Series on Wednesday night, but how are loyal 'stros fans taking it? pic.twitter.com/7od09pLuBF P$ (@HtownWiggy) October 30, 2019#Astros #TakeItBackAbout Game 6Yep frustrating but I feel it's because we know game 7 is coming but game 7 will be ours. See y'all tomorrow.. Stevie GO Stros Proud Houston Astros Fan (@StevieProud) October 30, 2019#Astros #TakeItBackDear Astros,I know your thereI know your listeningPlease wake up them bats. If not for the city and its fans worldwide...Just do it to wipe that smile of Sotos face...Yours sincerely Eager Astros Fans Stevie GO Stros Proud Houston Astros Fan (@StevieProud) October 30, 2019Aaaaanddddd........ #Astros #TakeItBack pic.twitter.com/jhfi7AbmXx Mike of House King (@Zepp1978) October 30, 2019How about you?

downtownhouston.org / Houston Astros An estimated 25,000 parking spots in downtown Houston are expected to be available for fans attending the World Series games at Minute Maid Park. Officials for Minute Maid Park suggest fans to park in the area in which they have entered Downtown and to exit in the same direction. The closest stop is just two blocks north to Minute Maid Park at Convention District Station. A designated ride share drop-off and pick-up point at Minute Maid Park will be located at La Branch and Preston St. Fans can expect traffic detours and street closures surrounding Minute Maid Park during the World Series.

The Astros lost Game 6 of the World Series to the Nationals 7-2 with the winner-take-all game seven at Minute Maid Park Wednesday night. The Nationals Pitching SituationIt is hard to imagine the pitching lining up better for the Nats going into game seven. Max Scherzer, who was scratched from game five with back and neck spasms, will start game seven, but they have two other starters plus their best bullpen arms available. Justin Verlander, World Series PitcherVerlander will be a first ballot Hall of Famer, but it won't be off of his World Series resume. Not that we would complain about a game seven blowout win by the Astros or anything, but still.

Are you ready for the hype and electric atmosphere that will be on full display tonight at Minute Maid Park? Energy, intense, focus are the words used by the Astros in the clubhouse after their Game 6 loss to the Nationals. WHAT DID WE LEARN FROM THE ASTROS IN GAME 6? Time to get locked in on what will go down tonight at Minute Maid Park. Somebody will become a World Series champion when its all said and done.

Trea Turner appeared to beat out a ground ball to first base, but hit the glove of first baseman Yuli Gurriel and knocked it off. The umpires ruled "interference" and called Turner out at first. $embedHtmlOn video review, it looked like Turner stayed in the base path and that the throw was poor, but the call stood, and the Nats were an angry bunch. Moments later, Anthony Rendon launched a two-run home run to left giving Washington a 5-2 lead. Still fuming after the call at first, Nationals manager Davey Martinez got ejected after the half inning during a commercial break.

They needed a second chance to win their final game to clinch a World Series crown. Here's what the Astros are saying about Wednesday night's season-ending game seven of the World Series. We have a great opportunity to play a home game, Game 7 of the World Series. Astros Game 7 starting pitcher Zack Greinke:"Yeah, it's going to be a big game. Astros game 6 starting pitcher Justin Verlander:"These guys know what to expect.

Washington has matched the Astros pitch for pitch, hit for hit, win for win -- even home run celebration for home run celebration. #Astros Hinch-"I dont think Bregman should carry the bat to first base. PHOTOS: World Series Game 6Nationals pitcher Max Scherzer, boosted by an injection of painkiller, is primed to return from an irritated nerve in his neck to start Game 7, Martinez said before the game. Scherzer was warming up in the seventh before Rendon's homer, then sat down as Martinez became the first manager tossed from a Series game since Atlanta's Bobby Cox in 1996. Visiting teams have won three straight Game 7s in the Series since the Cardinals defeated Texas at home in 2011.

Getty ImagesHOUSTON - The Houston Astros are facing the Washington Nationals on Tuesday night for Game 6 of the World Series. If the Astros win, the team will claim its second World Series title. If the Nationals win, the determining Game 7 will be played at the Juice Box on Wednesday night. Once the game starts, you can follow live coverage of it below. App users, click here to view this content.

The Houston Astros faced the Washington Nationals during Game 2 of the World Series at Minute Maid Park in Houston n Oct. 23, 2019. The Houston Astros led the MLB in wins to earn home-field advantage for an opportunity just like they will get Tuesday at Minute Maid Park. One win against the Washington Nationals and the celebration can begin. Let's take a look at what it will take for the Astros to clinch their second World Series title. Joe Smith, Will Harris and Roberto Osuna have yet to give up a run in the World Series.

HOUSTON - The Houston Astros lead the series 3-2 and could become two-time World Series champions tonight if they win Game 6 against the Washington Nationals. With the big game happening at Minute Maid Park, commuters in Houston can anticipate heavy traffic and street closures around the area. The following streets will be closed on Tuesday night, according to the City of Houston:Congress between Chartes & La Branch& La Branch Preston between Chartes & La Branch& La Branch Texas between Chartes & La Branch& La Branch Hamilton between Frankin & Capitol& Capitol Chenevert between Franklin & Capitolbetween Franklin & Capitol Avenida de las Americas between Texas & Capitolde Americas between Texas & Capitol Jackson between Franklin & CapitolEast curb lane (metered parking lane) of La Branch between Congress & PraireEast and west curb lanes of St. Emanuel between Capitol & PolkNorth curb lane of Capitol between Hamilton & La BranchGoogleCopyright 2019 by KPRC Click2Houston - All rights reserved.

(CNN) - In a World Series where neither team has won a home game, the Houston Astros are taking a 3-2 series lead home. ET) at Houston's Minute Maid Park, where the Washington Nationals took a 2-0 lead in the series last week before losing three in a row. Yet in five World Series outings two as an Astro, three as a Detroit Tiger he's never registered a win. The 31-year-old right-hander will be taking the mound in only his second World Series game, the first being last week's 12-3 blowout. The Nationals have never won a World Series.

EMBED >More News Videos Meet the wives, fiancees and girlfriends of our Houston Astros. EMBED >More News Videos As the Astros wait to face the Yankees again in the AL Championship Series, they're hitting the town! This is how the Astros took advantage of that time off in Houston. The team returned to Houston overnight Monday after taking all three games against the Nationals in Washington, D.C.Since then, a few of them have been spotted out and about. "And outfielder Josh Reddick, who is also a new dad to twins, let fans know he's just patiently waiting.Same Josh, same.