Houston Astros, Spring Training and Pitching Prospect Shines

Spencer Arrighetti's goal for second season with Houston Astros? 'Be a pitcher, not a thrower'
In simple terms, Spencer Arrighetti offered a candid critique of his mercurial rookie season with the Houston Astros. “I think at times last year, I was out there just throwing the ball,” Arrighetti said.
Travis Scott Throws First Pitch for Houston Astros Spring Training Opener & Gets His Own Bobblehead at CACTI Park
Travis Scott had an eventful Sunday in sunny Florida, where he was not only the one to throw the ceremonial first pitch for the Houston Astros at the team’s spring training opener, but was also the face of a bobblehead created in his likeness for the occasion.
Intriguing Houston Astros Pitching Prospect Shines in Spring Training Debut
For Houston Astros pitcher Ryan Gusto, last season was a dream and a disappontment all rolled into one. On Sept. 29, the Astros called him up from Triple-A Sugar Land. It was a reward for his best season as a pro player.
What we’re seeing at Astros spring training as Grapefruit League games begin
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla — Nothing signals the start of a spring training schedule like a split-squad. The Houston Astros will open Grapefruit League play with one on Saturday morning, when one team will host the Washington Nationals at CACTI Park of the Palm Beaches and another will travel to Port St. Lucie to face the New York Mets.
3 Astros position battles to watch in Spring Training
The Astros have more competition for roster spots this spring than in any season in the past decade. That’s not surprising news considering they have played in more postseason games (99) than any othe
Former Houston Astros Slugger Enjoys Massive Boston Red Sox Spring Debut
The Houston Astros were likely pained to see the massive debut in spring training for their former star with the Boston Red ...
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“He Wants To Pitch Until 45” – MLB Insider Reveals Former Astros Star’s Unwavering Determination
Ken Rosenthal recently revealed former Astros star's unwavering pitching determination that could surprise many.
Essay: The Astros dynasty is probably over—and that's okay
No, the Astros golden era came to an end not with García's bang, but with a whimper. That whimper was the Astros being swept ...
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Starting lineups: Nats vs. Astros in West Palm Beach
Who’s ready for some baseball? I can assure everyone here is, having made it through 10 days of pitchers and catchers and ...
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'He's ripped': Singleton arrives to camp ready to compete for roster spot
The runaway winner in Astros camp for reporting in the proverbial “best shape of my life” is first baseman Jon Singleton, who ...
Robot umpires are getting their first MLB test during spring training
A computerized system that calls balls and strikes is being tested during Major League Baseball spring training exhibition ...
Mets' Clay Holmes flashes ace-caliber 'stuff' versus Astros in spring opener
The New York Mets' experiment of converting Clay Holmes to a starter may have gotten them another ace for the staff ...
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Pair of top prospects relish chance to face Salvy in BP
In a live batting-practice session on a back field, the stakes are low, especially this early in spring. Pitchers are getting ...