Two-time former teammates enter the year on the outside looking in of the top 10 in career strikeouts. Max Scherzer is 11th with 3,367 and Justin Verlander is tied with Phil Niekro for 12th at 3,342. Both pitchers are within striking distance of 10th all-time. Here’s the list which includes multiple Hall of Famers from different eras of the game. Only 19 pitchers have thrown at … [Read more...] about Two-Time Former Teammates On the Cusp of the Top Career Strikeouts
Astros’ Justin Verlander Will Not Pitch in Remaining Spring Games
Houston Astros ace Justin Verlander will not pitch in any of the Astros remaining games this spring. Manager Joe Espada said Thursday that Verlander will not pitch in the Astros’ four remaining Grapefruit League games. That also includes their two exhibition games ahead of Opening Day. Verlander, 41, will start the season on the injured list after delays with shoulder soreness. … [Read more...] about Astros’ Justin Verlander Will Not Pitch in Remaining Spring Games
Astros Hall of Fame Profile: Larry Dierker
The history of Houston Astros baseball cannot be told without former pitcher, broadcaster, and manager Larry Dierker. Throughout his career, Dierker has picked up several accolades. He has been enshrined in the Astros Hall of Fame. His jersey number, 49, was retired following his 13 years as a player and five as a manager. Then, in 2019, he rounded it out by being added to the … [Read more...] about Astros Hall of Fame Profile: Larry Dierker
Blake Snell Open to Short Term Deal with World Series Contender
The Houston Astros are reportedly in “serious pursuit” of reigning NL Cy Young winner and top free-agent pitcher Blake Snell. The Astros rotation has seen a lot of changes over the past two months, raising concerns about the health of their pitching staff. It is unclear how close the two could be on a deal, but all signs point to Houston offering Snell a short-term … [Read more...] about Blake Snell Open to Short Term Deal with World Series Contender
Astros Star Sidelined with Knee Soreness
Astros first baseman José Abreu will be sidelined for a few days with knee soreness, but the level of concern is low. The 37-year-old slugger was seen limping after sliding for a foul ball during a Spring Training game on Thursday. New manager Joe Espada told reporters that Abreu will rest for a few days with a sore knee, but there were “no concerns.” Astros José Abreu … [Read more...] about Astros Star Sidelined with Knee Soreness