http://mlb.mlb.com/news/index.jsp?c_id=hou&partnerId=rss_hou Houston Astros News http://mlb.mlb.com/news/gameday_recap.jsp?ymd=20090702&content_id=5658602&vkey=recap&fext=.jsp&c_id=hou&partnerId=rss_hou Thu, 02 Jul 2009 21:40:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/gameday_recap.jsp?ymd=20090702&content_id=5658602&vkey=recap&fext=.jsp&c_id=hou&partnerId=rss_hou Blum's bat stings Padres in finale Wandy Rodriguez delivered another quality start and third baseman Geoff Blum hit a three-run homer and drove in four to lead the Astros past the Padres. Brian McTaggart http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090701&content_id=5648144&vkey=news_hou&fext=.jsp&c_id=hou&partnerId=rss_hou Thu, 02 Jul 2009 22:50:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090701&content_id=5648144&vkey=news_hou&fext=.jsp&c_id=hou&partnerId=rss_hou Astros-Padres finale delayed by bees Thursday's finale with the Houston Astros was delayed for 52 minutes in the top of the ninth when a swarm of bees descended on PETCO Park. Corey Brock http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090702&content_id=5665944&vkey=news_hou&fext=.jsp&c_id=hou&partnerId=rss_hou Thu, 02 Jul 2009 21:40:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090702&content_id=5665944&vkey=news_hou&fext=.jsp&c_id=hou&partnerId=rss_hou Bees make for unique day at PETCO A swarm of approximately a thousand bees took over the left-field corner during Thursday's Astros-Padres game at PETCO Park. Barry M. Bloom http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090702&content_id=5658600&vkey=news_hou&fext=.jsp&c_id=hou&partnerId=rss_hou Thu, 02 Jul 2009 20:40:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090702&content_id=5658600&vkey=news_hou&fext=.jsp&c_id=hou&partnerId=rss_hou Bourn still adjusting to NL parks In his third full season in the bigs, Astros center fielder Michael Bourn is still feeling his away around the league when it comes to defense. Brian McTaggart http://mlb.mlb.com/news/gameday_recap.jsp?ymd=20090701&content_id=5648020&vkey=recap&fext=.jsp&c_id=hou&partnerId=rss_hou Thu, 02 Jul 2009 02:15:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/gameday_recap.jsp?ymd=20090701&content_id=5648020&vkey=recap&fext=.jsp&c_id=hou&partnerId=rss_hou Six-run fourth lifts Astros past Padres It wasn't exactly the offensive outburst Cecil Cooper predicted, but it was more than enough to send the Astros past the San Diego Padres. Brian McTaggart http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090701&content_id=5648136&vkey=news_hou&fext=.jsp&c_id=hou&partnerId=rss_hou Thu, 02 Jul 2009 01:00:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090701&content_id=5648136&vkey=news_hou&fext=.jsp&c_id=hou&partnerId=rss_hou Keppinger ready when his name is called Jeff Keppinger's playing time has gone down since Geoff Blum came off the DL, but Keppinger isn't letting that deter his focus. Brian McTaggart http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090701&content_id=5648138&vkey=news_hou&fext=.jsp&c_id=hou&partnerId=rss_hou Wed, 01 Jul 2009 22:00:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090701&content_id=5648138&vkey=news_hou&fext=.jsp&c_id=hou&partnerId=rss_hou Astros claim Duran from Rangers The Astros claimed infielder German Duran off waivers from the Texas Rangers on Wednesday in an attempt to bolster depth in the Minor Leagues. Brian McTaggart http://brianmctaggart.mlblogs.com/?partnerId=rss_hou Mon, 01 Jun 2009 15:11:45 EDT http://brianmctaggart.mlblogs.com/?partnerId=rss_hou http://mlb.mlb.com/news/gameday_recap.jsp?ymd=20090630&content_id=5623176&vkey=recap&fext=.jsp&c_id=hou&partnerId=rss_hou Wed, 01 Jul 2009 02:30:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/gameday_recap.jsp?ymd=20090630&content_id=5623176&vkey=recap&fext=.jsp&c_id=hou&partnerId=rss_hou Bullpen lets Hampton's win slip away The Astros' bullpen, which has been one of the team's bright spots for more than a month, suffered a rare meltdown Tuesday night in a 4-3 loss to the Padres. Brian McTaggart http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090630&content_id=5623742&vkey=news_hou&fext=.jsp&c_id=hou&partnerId=rss_hou Wed, 01 Jul 2009 01:30:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090630&content_id=5623742&vkey=news_hou&fext=.jsp&c_id=hou&partnerId=rss_hou Fulchino securing relief role On the Round Rock Express -- in more ones than one -- in the early going this season, Jeff Fulchino has found a role as a middle reliever in Houston, and he aims to keep it. Brian McTaggart http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090630&content_id=5617140&vkey=news_hou&fext=.jsp&c_id=hou&partnerId=rss_hou Tue, 30 Jun 2009 15:01:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090630&content_id=5617140&vkey=news_hou&fext=.jsp&c_id=hou&partnerId=rss_hou Astros' top pick adjusting to pro life When Jiovanni Mier began his career with Greeneville in the rookie-level Appalachian League on Saturday, being able to show his defensive acumen was high on his early checklist. Jonathan Mayo http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090616&content_id=5353382&vkey=news_mlb&fext=.jsp&c_id=mlb&partnerId=rss_hou Mon, 22 Jun 2009 19:19:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090616&content_id=5353382&vkey=news_mlb&fext=.jsp&c_id=mlb&partnerId=rss_hou Streaming video now part of At Bat Streaming video is now a part of the MLB.com At Bat 2009 app on the iPhone and iPod Touch -- at no additional cost to current subscribers. Mark Newman http://mlb.mlb.com/news/gameday_recap.jsp?ymd=20090629&content_id=5606228&vkey=recap&fext=.jsp&c_id=hou&partnerId=rss_hou Tue, 30 Jun 2009 01:35:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/gameday_recap.jsp?ymd=20090629&content_id=5606228&vkey=recap&fext=.jsp&c_id=hou&partnerId=rss_hou Oswalt goes distance to top Padres Roy Oswalt continued his dominance of San Diego by pitching the Astros to their fourth win in five games in a 3-1 win over the Padres on Monday night at PETCO Park. Brian McTaggart http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090629&content_id=5609000&vkey=news_hou&fext=.jsp&c_id=hou&partnerId=rss_hou Tue, 30 Jun 2009 00:45:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090629&content_id=5609000&vkey=news_hou&fext=.jsp&c_id=hou&partnerId=rss_hou Hampton returning to six-man rotation With Mike Hampton coming off the DL to start against the Padres and all of his other five starters pitching well, manager Cecil Cooper has decided to go with a six-man rotation. Brian McTaggart http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090630&content_id=5612504&vkey=news_hou&fext=.jsp&c_id=hou&partnerId=rss_hou Tue, 30 Jun 2009 01:00:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090630&content_id=5612504&vkey=news_hou&fext=.jsp&c_id=hou&partnerId=rss_hou Astros option Wright to Triple-A The Astros optioned Wesley Wright to Triple-A Round Rock following Monday's 3-1 win over San Diego to make room on the roster for Mike Hampton. Brian McTaggart http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090629&content_id=5603864&vkey=news_hou&fext=.jsp&c_id=hou&partnerId=rss_hou Mon, 29 Jun 2009 20:30:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090629&content_id=5603864&vkey=news_hou&fext=.jsp&c_id=hou&partnerId=rss_hou Lynn is Astros' All-Star Among Us The Astros' All-Star Among Us is Gary Lynn of Houston, chosen by fans across the nation for overcoming his own cerebral palsy and starting a foundation for CP research. Tom Singer http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090629&content_id=5606258&vkey=news_hou&fext=.jsp&c_id=hou&partnerId=rss_hou Mon, 29 Jun 2009 21:53:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090629&content_id=5606258&vkey=news_hou&fext=.jsp&c_id=hou&partnerId=rss_hou Astros set to release Backe Brandon Backe, the local product that endeared himself to Astros fans with his penchant for coming up big in the playoffs, is done in Houston. Brian McTaggart http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090628&content_id=5587188&vkey=news_hou&fext=.jsp&c_id=hou&partnerId=rss_hou Mon, 29 Jun 2009 13:00:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090628&content_id=5587188&vkey=news_hou&fext=.jsp&c_id=hou&partnerId=rss_hou Pudge keeps place in All-Star voting Ivan Rodriguez is adding to his Major League record total of games played at catcher on nearly a daily basis, and now the Astros' backstop is holding his own in a run for another appearance in the All-Star Game. Brian McTaggart http://mlb.mlb.com/news/gameday_recap.jsp?ymd=20090628&content_id=5579782&vkey=recap&fext=.jsp&c_id=hou&partnerId=rss_hou Sun, 28 Jun 2009 18:16:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/gameday_recap.jsp?ymd=20090628&content_id=5579782&vkey=recap&fext=.jsp&c_id=hou&partnerId=rss_hou Sweep evades Astros in heartbreaker The Astros were denied their fourth straight win on Sunday afternoon, falling, 4-3, to the Detroit Tigers at Minute Maid Park. Jason Grodsky http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090628&content_id=5580924&vkey=news_hou&fext=.jsp&c_id=hou&partnerId=rss_hou Sun, 28 Jun 2009 17:34:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090628&content_id=5580924&vkey=news_hou&fext=.jsp&c_id=hou&partnerId=rss_hou Astros faced with difficult roster choice With Mike Hampton scheduled to return from the DL and start Tuesday vs. the Friars, Astros manager Cecil Cooper is already contemplating what will be a difficult corresponding roster move. Brian McTaggart http://mlb.mlb.com/news/gameday_recap.jsp?ymd=20090627&content_id=5568734&vkey=recap&fext=.jsp&c_id=hou&partnerId=rss_hou Sat, 27 Jun 2009 23:03:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/gameday_recap.jsp?ymd=20090627&content_id=5568734&vkey=recap&fext=.jsp&c_id=hou&partnerId=rss_hou Paulino dominates Tigers in DL return In his return from the disabled list, Felipe Paulino allowed one run in seven innings, striking out nine, and the Astros scored five runs in the fifth inning in an 8-1 victory over the Tigers on Saturday. Jason Grodsky http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090627&content_id=5570332&vkey=news_hou&fext=.jsp&c_id=hou&partnerId=rss_hou Sun, 28 Jun 2009 00:10:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090627&content_id=5570332&vkey=news_hou&fext=.jsp&c_id=hou&partnerId=rss_hou Pieces fit together as Blum rejoins Third baseman Geoff Blum's return from the disabled list Sunday is a sign that the Astros are getting stronger and healthier -- and perhaps the pieces of the puzzle are finally falling in place for Houston to make a run at a division title. Jason Grodsky http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090627&content_id=5572186&vkey=news_hou&fext=.jsp&c_id=hou&partnerId=rss_hou Sat, 27 Jun 2009 22:01:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090627&content_id=5572186&vkey=news_hou&fext=.jsp&c_id=hou&partnerId=rss_hou Blum activated from disabled list The Astros activated third baseman Geoff Blum off the disabled list following Houston's 8-1 win over the Detroit Tigers on Saturday, optioning Edwin Maysonet back to Triple-A Round Rock. Jason Grodsky http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090627&content_id=5568088&vkey=news_hou&fext=.jsp&c_id=hou&partnerId=rss_hou Sat, 27 Jun 2009 19:45:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090627&content_id=5568088&vkey=news_hou&fext=.jsp&c_id=hou&partnerId=rss_hou Pudge honored for catching record Catcher Ivan Rodriguez was honored for becoming the all-time leader in games caught prior to Houston's game against the Detroit Tigers at Minute Maid Park on Saturday. Jason Grodsky http://mlb.mlb.com/news/gameday_recap.jsp?ymd=20090626&content_id=5550736&vkey=recap&fext=.jsp&c_id=hou&partnerId=rss_hou Sat, 27 Jun 2009 01:45:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/gameday_recap.jsp?ymd=20090626&content_id=5550736&vkey=recap&fext=.jsp&c_id=hou&partnerId=rss_hou Tejada completes Astros' rally for win Miguel Tejada's sacrifice fly in the eighth completed a comeback from a four-run deficit as the Astros defeated the Tigers, 5-4, on Friday night. Tejada had two hits and two RBIs, including his 400th double. Jason Grodsky http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090626&content_id=5551920&vkey=news_hou&fext=.jsp&c_id=hou&partnerId=rss_hou Sat, 27 Jun 2009 02:08:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090626&content_id=5551920&vkey=news_hou&fext=.jsp&c_id=hou&partnerId=rss_hou Maysonet ready to perform when called Edwin Maysonet has seen his role diminish since the return of Kazuo Matsui from the disabled list, but the utility man is working as hard as he can when he's not playing in order to fill whatever role is asked of him off the bench. Jason Grodsky http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090627&content_id=5558180&vkey=news_hou&fext=.jsp&c_id=hou&partnerId=rss_hou Sat, 27 Jun 2009 01:32:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090627&content_id=5558180&vkey=news_hou&fext=.jsp&c_id=hou&partnerId=rss_hou Backe to be designated for assignment The Astros announced they will designate pitcher Brandon Backe for assignment to make room for Felipe Paulino to come off the disabled list on Saturday. Jason Grodsky http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090626&content_id=5550486&vkey=news_hou&fext=.jsp&c_id=hou&partnerId=rss_hou Fri, 26 Jun 2009 20:54:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090626&content_id=5550486&vkey=news_hou&fext=.jsp&c_id=hou&partnerId=rss_hou Hampton to be activated Tuesday The Astros announced that Mike Hampton, on the disabled list with a strained left groin, will return to the starting rotation on Tuesday against the San Diego Padres. Jason Grodsky