Spring Training 2013

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Blasting Off: The Departure of a Houston Hero

In the fifth edition of Blasting Off, Andy Pondillo and Ray Kuhn discussed which lineup/rotation Bo Porter will probably run out to start the season. Later on Larry Dierker joins Andy, just days after…Read More

Wallace Leads Astros to Rain-Shortened Win

Brett Wallace showed off his power today with a long 2-run shot to deep left-center to lead the Astros to a 4-1 victory in five innings. That was Wallace’s lone hit of the day, but it was enough…Read More

Astros Power Their Way Past Verlander & the Tigers

Lucas Harrell showed tonight that he has no plans to suffer from a Sophomore Slump.  Harrell entered his start against the Tigers tonight having given up only one run over his last eleven innings, spanning…Read More

Struggles Continue for Lyles in Loss to Blue Jays

Jordan Lyles again struggled to pitch in today’s loss against the Blue Jays. Lyles started the game with a strikeout but it was pretty much down hill from there. The Astros offense did a good enough…Read More

Blasting Off: The Jim Crane Experience

In the fourth edition of Blasting Off, Andy Pondillo and Ray Kuhn discuss Jim Crane’s comments to the fans over the past week. The two also laid down their predictions for the bullpen staff going…Read More

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Astros trim 10 from spring roster; Who’s out – and why?

The Astros announced another round of cuts today, trimming their roster to 39. Paul Clemens, Robbie Grossman,…Read More

Lyles Lowers ERA in Loss to Nationals

Well yea, that headline is a bit misleading. Not often will a pitcher give up as many runs as innings…Read More

Blasting Off: Outfielder Options Galore

In the third edition of Blasting Off, Andy Pondillo and Ray Kuhn debate on which Astros players will…Read More

Kansas City Royals Season Preview

If you’re an Astros fan looking for someone who can relate to what you may be going through, look…Read More

Astros announce first roster cuts of Spring

Today the Astros announced their first wave of cuts, sending seven players to minor league camp. Two…Read More

Humber shines in Astros win

The Astros got back in the win column today with a 4-2 win over the Nationals, ending a three-game losing…Read More

Blasting Off: Unclogging The Infield

In the second edition of Blasting Off, Andy Pondillo and Ray Kuhn debate on which Astros players will…Read More

Astros Lose to Tigers in 2012 Style

The Astros took the field against the Tigers, and looked like the Astros of 2012. In total, the Astros…Read More

Altuve back in leadoff spot?

Jose Altuve will be back in his familiar leadoff spot in today’s game against Kris Medlen and the…Read More

Bo Knows!

Much has been made this off-season about the positive energy that has been bestowed upon the Astros…Read More

Astros beat Yankees in Grand Style!

The Astros won 7-6 playing against a Yankees team that only had half of their players. Some may call…Read More

Astros pummel Blue Jays 10-1

I know it’s only Spring Training, and I’m trying to curb my excitement.  But today’s…Read More

Philip Humber Has Trouble Finding the Plate

Did you really think the Astros would go the entire spring without losing?  Yes this sounds a bit odd…Read More

Leading Off

The Houston Astros are still searching for their 2013 leadoff hitter. Bo Porter said earlier this month…Read More

A Strong Start to Spring Training

Yes, I do understand.  It was only one game.  But aside from actually having a real game against an…Read More