Joey Mistretta

Joey Mistretta

Joined: Dec 16, 2024

Joey Mistretta is the Site Expert for High Post Hoops. In addition to the WNBA, he also covers the NBA and MLB. Mistretta graduated from Biola University in 2020 with a degree in broadcast journalism. He has also worked for outlets such as ClutchPoints, RotoWire, and Last Word On Sports. Mistretta grew up playing and following basketball and baseball. He enjoys working out and playing basketball in his free time.

World Series - Houston Astros v Los Angeles Dodgers - Game Seven

Fans shockingly blame Astros for Dodgers' free agency super-team pursuit

Sep 20, 2023; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Cleveland Guardians center fielder Myles Straw (7) bats during the seventh inning against the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images

Guardians-Blue Jays trade proves Astros won Myles Straw deal

Oct 11, 2023; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Twins second baseman Jorge Polanco (11) throws to first for an out in the eighth inning against the Houston Astros during game four of the ALDS for the 2023 MLB playoffs at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-Imagn Images

Astros reportedly interested in former Twins All-Star

September 7, 2020; San Francisco, California, USA; San Francisco Giants second baseman Donovan Solano (7) hits a single against the Arizona Diamondbacks during the sixth inning at Oracle Park. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images

Astros' AL West rival lands ex-Giants Silver Slugger winner

Sep 24, 2024; Bronx, New York, USA; Baltimore Orioles right fielder Anthony Santander (25) hits a solo home run during the sixth inning against the New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

Altered contract stance makes Astros' free agent target even more appealing

Oct 2, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros third base Alex Bregman (2) warms up before game two of the Wildcard round for the 2024 MLB Playoffs against the Detroit Tigers at Minute Maid Park. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images

1 Concerning stat suggests Astros should move on from Alex Bregman

Jul 3, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Houston Astros first baseman Grae Kessinger (16) bats against the Toronto Blue Jays at Rogers Centre. Mandatory Credit: Gerry Angus-Imagn Images

Astros trade former top prospect to Diamondbacks to aid pitching depth

Sep 28, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Houston Astros starting pitcher Justin Verlander (35) throws a pitch during the first inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images

Future Astros Hall of Famer Justin Verlander surprisingly signs in NL West

Oct 2, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros pitcher Ryan Pressly (55) throws against the Detroit Tigers during the eighth inning of game two of the Wildcard round for the 2024 MLB Playoffs at Minute Maid Park. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images

Crucial contract detail could be bigger hurdle to Astros trading Ryan Pressly than salary

Sep 21, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros right fielder Kyle Tucker (30) flicks his bat after hitting a home run against the Los Angeles Angels in the seventh inning at Minute Maid Park. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images

Astros' schedule lays out Kyle Tucker's first shot at revenge post-trade