Reds rookie Chase Burns became the first starting pitcher in the expansion era to strike out the first five batters he faced in his major league debut. The 22-year old right-hander, the second overall pick in last July’s amateur draft, allowed three runs in five innings against the New York Yankees. Burns struck out his first five batters before Jazz Chisholm Jr’s single. He … [Read more...] about Reds rookie Chase Burns strikes out first 5 batters in big league debut before faltering vs. Yankees
Archives for June 2025
Extension Watch Continues
Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images Multiple players on the Astros appear primed for extensions, but little traction has occurred in recent years. When the Astros hired Dana Brown in early 2023, I was struck by how candidly he spoke about extensions throughout his first season on the job. It was a refreshing departure, to some extent, from Jeff Luhnow and James Click. The … [Read more...] about Extension Watch Continues
Game 79 Thread. June 24, 2025, 7:10 CT. Phillies @ Astros
Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images A pitcher’s duel in the making: Ranger Suarez vs. Framber Valdez … [Read more...] about Game 79 Thread. June 24, 2025, 7:10 CT. Phillies @ Astros
Astros health issues deepen as 13th player hits injured list
Houston's injury list is getting longer than many kids' Christmas wish lists. … [Read more...] about Astros health issues deepen as 13th player hits injured list
Today in Astros history – June 24
What happened today in team history? 1977 - #2 After a triple, double and eventually a home run, Houston Astros Bob Watson completed the second cycle in franchise history with a single in the eighth inning during a 6-5 win over the San Francisco Giants in the 11th inning. This capped off a five-RBI day for Watson. This cycle made Watson the first player in MLB history to hit … [Read more...] about Today in Astros history – June 24