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Astros snap Brewers' 8-game winning streak
Wandy Rodriguez gave up only one run to the Milwaukee Brewers over six innings. Houston's bullpen was even better the rest of the way.
Dempster shuts down Astros in Cubs' 9-0 win
Ryan Dempster finally won on the road for the Chicago Cubs.
Astros open second half in last place
The defining moment of the Houston Astros' season so far is the ugly confrontation between pitcher Shawn Chacon and general manager Ed Wade in the clubhouse before a game on June 25.
A miracle finish for Josh Hamilton, Rangers?
While Josh Hamilton put on an impressive power display at Yankee Stadium and Michael Young drove home the winning run, Texas Rangers manager Ron Washington spent the All-Star break rebuilding.
Backe pitches, hits Astros to 5-0 win over Nats
Brandon Backe loves to bat, slide and play the field. All things being equal, he'd rather be an everyday player than a pitcher. Evan Longoria had big plans for next week's All-Star break - a trip to Las Vegas with some friends. Tampa Bay's rookie third baseman ended up with an even better trip to New York for the last All-Star game at Yankee Stadium. Longoria and Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Corey Hart were elected All-Stars by fans in Internet balloting that ended Thursday.
Blum leads Astros past Pirates to avoid sweep
After building big leads in their previous three games only to lose each time, the Houston Astros didn't let it happen again. The World Series champion Red Sox will bring seven players to the home of their biggest rival for the All-Star game on July 15. The Chicago Cubs also wound up with seven when rosters were announced Sunday, perhaps further evidence this really is a charmed season for them.
Teixeira's hit in 17th inning gives Braves win
As much as the Atlanta Braves have struggled recently, Mark Teixeira couldn't imagine the toll of losing a 17-inning marathon.
2 Brewers make All-Star team
Brewers manager Ned Yost got a little choked up when he held a team meeting just before Sunday's game to announce he had two All-Stars. |
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