Houston Astros

Jim "Mattress Mack" McIngvale celebrates the Astros World Series.
MLB
Mattress Mack Just Banked $75 Million on the Astros for the Largest Sports Betting Win Ever, and Now He's Targeting a New Team

Mattress Mack is back with another enormous sports bet.

Jack Dougherty • 09 Dec 2022
Dusty Baker celebrates after leading the Astros to the World Series.
MLB
Why Does Dusty Baker Wear Gloves While Managing the Houston Astros?

What's up with Dusty Baker and his black gloves?

Jack Dougherty • 28 Oct 2022
Justin Verlander throws a pitch for the Houston Astros
MLB
Justin Verlander's Miraculous Astros Comeback Changes What Was Once a Foregone Hall of Fame Conclusion

Justin Verlander is still bound for the Hall of Fame, but his Houston Astros career is starting to catch up to his Detroit Tigers career.

Matt Musico • 03 Aug 2022
Framber Valdez Angels vs. Astros
MLB
How to Watch Astros vs. Angels Live: Streaming Online, TV Options, Game Info

Here's how to watch the Houston Astros vs. the Los Angeles Angels.

Adam Fromal • 14 Jul 2022
Yordan Alvarez high-fives his Houston Astros teammates after a home run.
MLB
Yordan Álvarez Is Playing Like the AL MVP, and He Deserves Your Attention

Yordan Álvarez is putting up some impressive numbers with the Houston Astros and shouldn't be overlooked by baseball fans.

Matt Musico • 07 Jul 2022
Houston business owner Jim 'Mattress Mack' McIngvale poses for a portrait at Gallery Furniture in Houston on Feb. 17, 2021.
MLB
Mattress Mack’s $4 Million World Series Bet Means a 20% Haircut or Worse for the Rest of Us

The man known as ‘Mattress Mack' made $4 million in bets on the Houston Astros to win the 2022 World Series. He stands to make $42 million.

John Moriello • 17 May 2022
Carlos Beltran of the Houston Astros takes the field during player introductions prior to Game 3 of the 2017 World Series.
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Carlos Beltran Admits 2017 Astros World Series Has a ‘Stain' but Doesn't Understand His Punishment

Carlos Beltran still stung by the 2017 Houston Astros cheating scandal.

Mike Thomas • 04 Apr 2022
Yordan Alvarez #44 of the Houston Astros celebrates with Jose Altuve #27 after scoring on an unassisted double play.
MLB
Is Jose Altuve the Shortest Player in Major League Baseball?

Is Houston Astros second baseman Jose Altuve the shortest player in Major League Baseball?

Mike Thomas • 27 Oct 2021
Chris Burke and Roger Clemens following the Houston Astros' 18-inning win over the Atlanta Braves in Game 4 of the 2005 NLDS
MLB
2021 World Series: The Last Postseason Matchup Between the Braves and Astros Featured a Historic Finish and a Roger Clemens Rarity

The final game of the 2005 NLDS between the Atlanta Braves and Houston Astros featured a Roger Clemens rarity and was the longest game in MLB postseason history.

Luke Norris • 26 Oct 2021
Framber Valdez of the Houston Astros reacts after he gave up a home run to Enrique Hernandez.
MLB
As the Red Sox and Astros Prep for Game 6, Cheating Has Become a Hot Topic in Boston

As the Boston Red Sox and Houston Astros prepare for Game 6, talk of cheating has made its way among Boston fans and media members.

Mike Thomas • 22 Oct 2021