MLB might start using computerized plate umpires to call balls and strikes
Major League Baseball might soon start testing computer plate umpires to call balls and strikes as part of a labor contract with umpires.
Major League Baseball might soon start testing computer plate umpires to call balls and strikes as part of a labor contract with umpires.
MLB removes marijuana from banned substance list
Major League Baseball is reportedly in agreement with the Players Association to remove marijuana from the banned substance list. A positive test before would have suspended a minor league player for at least 25 games. The league is now shifting focus to making sure players aren't hooked on pills, rather than green.
Major League Baseball is reportedly in agreement with the Players Association to remove marijuana from the banned substance list. A positive test before would have suspended a minor league player for at least 25 games. The league is now shifting focus to making sure players aren't hooked on pills, rather than green.
Investigation into Astros sign stealing widens to almost 60 witnesses, 76K emails
Former Houston pitcher Mike Fiers sparked the investigation when he told The Athletic last month the Astros had used the camera to steal signs in 2017 during the team's run to its first World Series title.
Former Houston pitcher Mike Fiers sparked the investigation when he told The Athletic last month the Astros had used the camera to steal signs in 2017 during the team's run to its first World Series title.
MLB's revised drug policy would essentially make weed legal throughout baseball: report
Major League Baseball and the Major League Baseball Players' Association are reportedly in agreement in removing marijuana from the list of banned substances for minor leaguers.
Major League Baseball and the Major League Baseball Players' Association are reportedly in agreement in removing marijuana from the list of banned substances for minor leaguers.
AP source: Yanks land ace Cole on record $324M, 9-year deal
Cole, the biggest prize of the free-agent market, surpassed the $245 million, seven-year contract Stephen Strasburg finalized with the Washington Nationals on Monday for most total money for a pitcher and for his $36 million average annual value.
Cole, the biggest prize of the free-agent market, surpassed the $245 million, seven-year contract Stephen Strasburg finalized with the Washington Nationals on Monday for most total money for a pitcher and for his $36 million average annual value.
Houston Astros’ Carlos Correa marries Daniella Rodriguez in Punta Cana
Carlos Correa and Daniella Rodriguez officially tied the knot on November 19 at a Texas courthouse. They decided to tie it all in with “the wedding of my dreams,” according to Daniella in an Instagram post.
Carlos Correa and Daniella Rodriguez officially tied the knot on November 19 at a Texas courthouse. They decided to tie it all in with “the wedding of my dreams,” according to Daniella in an Instagram post.
Houston Astros' Jose Altuve visits 100-year-old fan for her birthday
Houston Astros player Jose Altuve stopped by senior living community Buckner Parkway Place where he surprised Shirley Clark on her 100th birthday! Clark says she's not only a huge Astros fan, but she's had been a missionary for more than 30 years in Venezuela, Altuve's home country.
Houston Astros player Jose Altuve stopped by senior living community Buckner Parkway Place where he surprised Shirley Clark on her 100th birthday! Clark says she's not only a huge Astros fan, but she's had been a missionary for more than 30 years in Venezuela, Altuve's home country.
Yankees set to offer record-setting deal to Gerrit Cole: Sources
New York and the Los Angeles Angels, a team that has also had their eye on 29-year-old Gerrit Cole, are preparing for a bidding war that executives expect will reach well beyond $250 million, sources told ESPN.
New York and the Los Angeles Angels, a team that has also had their eye on 29-year-old Gerrit Cole, are preparing for a bidding war that executives expect will reach well beyond $250 million, sources told ESPN.
Another Astro off the market! Houston Astros player Ryan Pressly gets married
Houston Astros Relief Pitcher Ryan Pressly and former Dallas Cowboys cheerleader Kat Rogers were all smiles with an envelope from the Denton County Clerk.
Houston Astros Relief Pitcher Ryan Pressly and former Dallas Cowboys cheerleader Kat Rogers were all smiles with an envelope from the Denton County Clerk.
Houston Astros trade outfielder Marisnick to New York Mets
The Houston Astros acquired two minor league prospects in a trade with that deals Jake Marisnick away to the New York Mets.
The Houston Astros acquired two minor league prospects in a trade with that deals Jake Marisnick away to the New York Mets.
Astros Shooting Stars auditions are Saturday
Taryn Lovato and Gloria Walk from the Astros Shooting stars team explain the audition process for people who want to be on the 2020 team. Walk-ups are welcome at the Saturday auditions at Minute Maid Park starting at 9:00 a.m.
Taryn Lovato and Gloria Walk from the Astros Shooting stars team explain the audition process for people who want to be on the 2020 team. Walk-ups are welcome at the Saturday auditions at Minute Maid Park starting at 9:00 a.m.
Alex Bregman loses second grandparent in matter of weeks
His grandmother is the second grandparent Alex Bregman loses in a matter of weeks.
His grandmother is the second grandparent Alex Bregman loses in a matter of weeks.
Gerrit Cole declines Houston Astros' qualifying offer
Nov. 14, is the deadline for free agent players to accept qualifying offers. At the end of the World Series, Cole was one of eight players on the Astros roster that filed for free agency.
Nov. 14, is the deadline for free agent players to accept qualifying offers. At the end of the World Series, Cole was one of eight players on the Astros roster that filed for free agency.
Cancer patient who got dedicated home run from Carlos Correa passes away
The teen, who Houston Astro Carlos Correa dedicated a home run to in the AL Championship Series, passed away Thursday morning.
The teen, who Houston Astro Carlos Correa dedicated a home run to in the AL Championship Series, passed away Thursday morning.
Houston Astros' Justin Verlander wins 2019 American League Cy Young Award, beats out Gerrit Cole
Congrats! Houston Astros all-star right-handed pitcher Justin Verlander has been named the 2019 American League Cy Young Award winner
Congrats! Houston Astros all-star right-handed pitcher Justin Verlander has been named the 2019 American League Cy Young Award winner
Houston Astros accused of sign stealing during 2017 Championship season
Former Astros Pitcher Mike Fiers told The Athletic that the team would set up two cameras focused on the opposing team's catchers.
Former Astros Pitcher Mike Fiers told The Athletic that the team would set up two cameras focused on the opposing team's catchers.
Astros' Yordan Álvarez wins American League Rookie of the Year Award
Yordan Álvarez takes home the title of 2019 Rookie of the Year.
Yordan Álvarez takes home the title of 2019 Rookie of the Year.
Congrats! Houston Astros’ Carlos Correa, Daniella Rodriguez married in Houston
Daniella Rodriguez, now Mrs. Correa, took to Instagram on Monday to announce the marriage, which appeared to have taken place in a Texas courthouse.
Daniella Rodriguez, now Mrs. Correa, took to Instagram on Monday to announce the marriage, which appeared to have taken place in a Texas courthouse.
Congrats! Jose Altuve, wife expecting second child
The couple's gender reveal celebration that included friends, family, and lots of pink smoke and confetti. Yes, the couple is having another girl! That means little Melanie will be a big sister.
The couple's gender reveal celebration that included friends, family, and lots of pink smoke and confetti. Yes, the couple is having another girl! That means little Melanie will be a big sister.
Nolan Ryan says he's stepping down as special advisor to Astros owner
Astros owner Jim Crane told FOX 26 Nolan Ryan's contract runs through February of 2002. “If Nolan has decided to step down that is his decision."
Astros owner Jim Crane told FOX 26 Nolan Ryan's contract runs through February of 2002. “If Nolan has decided to step down that is his decision."