What happened today in team history? 1991 - Nolan Ryan Expressway A bill was passed by State Senators to have a part of State Highway 288 changed to the “Nolan Ryan Expressway” after his famous “Nolan Ryan Express” manicure.. The stretch ran from the Astrodome all the way to Ryan’s childhood home of Alvin. 2015 Brady Aiken, the Astros first overall pick in the 2014 draft, … [Read more...] about Today in Astros history – March 26
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In the era of big velocities, some pitchers are still finding other ways to succeed
Texas Rangers left-hander Cody Bradford says he realized early in his development that he probably wouldn’t ever possess the type of fastball that causes scouts to take a second look at their radar guns. It hasn’t stopped him from finding a home in the majors, even in an era focused on pushing velocities higher and higher. Bradford’s part of a small fraternity of pitchers who … [Read more...] about In the era of big velocities, some pitchers are still finding other ways to succeed
Cam Smith ‘confident and ready,’ to make Astros’ Opening Day roster
Houston Astros' prospect Cam Smith is making one last run for the Opening Day roster. … [Read more...] about Cam Smith ‘confident and ready,’ to make Astros’ Opening Day roster
Space Cowboys Invade Daikin Park, Defeat Astros 7-6
Photo by Scott Audette/MLB Photos via Getty Images Offensive drought continues through the very end of Spring Training The Astros were 22nd in team OPS this Spring across MLB. They didn’t show any signs of breaking out of their offensive stupor after losing to their little brothers in AAA, the Sugarland Space Cowboys, 7-6. On the official Day One of the Cam Smith era, … [Read more...] about Space Cowboys Invade Daikin Park, Defeat Astros 7-6
Short-porch merchant? Astros’ addition already loves Daikin Park.
The new third baseman should feast in Houston's friendly confines. … [Read more...] about Short-porch merchant? Astros’ addition already loves Daikin Park.