Astros trade pitcher for infielder Aledmys Diaz from Blue Jays

Astros trade pitcher for infielder Aledmys Diaz from Blue Jays

HOUSTON (AP) — The Houston Astros have acquired infielder Aledmys Diaz from the Toronto Blue Jays for minor league pitcher Trent Thornton.

HOUSTON (AP) — The Houston Astros have acquired infielder Aledmys Diaz from the Toronto Blue Jays for minor league pitcher Trent Thornton.

Alex Bregman agrees to join high school senior for her graduation photoshoot

Alex Bregman agrees to join high school senior for her graduation photoshoot

Houston Astros third baseman Alex Bregman has been making the rounds around Houston weddings, charity giveaways and on Thursday afternoon, a high school senior’s photo shoot.

Houston Astros third baseman Alex Bregman has been making the rounds around Houston weddings, charity giveaways and on Thursday afternoon, a high school senior’s photo shoot.

Wilson caps Seattle's rally past Green Bay for 27-24 win

Wilson caps Seattle's rally past Green Bay for 27-24 win

After a shaky beginning, Russell Wilson got hot in the fourth quarter and kept the Seattle Seahawks in the middle of the NFC playoff race.

After a shaky beginning, Russell Wilson got hot in the fourth quarter and kept the Seattle Seahawks in the middle of the NFC playoff race.

Harden scores 27, leads post-'Melo' Rockets over Warriors 107-86

Harden scores 27, leads post-'Melo' Rockets over Warriors 107-86

James Harden scored 27 points and the Houston Rockets routed the Golden State Warriors 107-86 on Thursday night in a rematch of last season's Western Conference finals.

James Harden scored 27 points and the Houston Rockets routed the Golden State Warriors 107-86 on Thursday night in a rematch of last season's Western Conference finals.

Braves' Acuna beats Nationals' Soto for NL Rookie of Year

Braves' Acuna beats Nationals' Soto for NL Rookie of Year

Atlanta Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr. was an overwhelming pick for National League Rookie of the Year, easily beating Washington outfielder Juan Soto.

Atlanta Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr. was an overwhelming pick for National League Rookie of the Year, easily beating Washington outfielder Juan Soto.

2nd place for Verlander in AL Cy Young Award voting behind Snell

2nd place for Verlander in AL Cy Young Award voting behind Snell

NEW YORK (AP) — Blake Snell of the Tampa Bay Rays has won his first AL Cy Young Award in a tight race over past winners Justin Verlander and Corey Kluber.

NEW YORK (AP) — Blake Snell of the Tampa Bay Rays has won his first AL Cy Young Award in a tight race over past winners Justin Verlander and Corey Kluber.

Texas Fishing Report

Texas Fishing Report

The weekly fishing report as compiled for the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department for Nov. 14 and also available on the internet at http://www.txfishing.com : CENTRAL AUSTIN: Water stained; 65-71 degrees; 0.5 feet low. Black bass are slow to fair on Texas rigs, shakyheads and lipless crankbaits. Sunfish are slow to fair on cut nightcrawlers and corn. Catfish are fair on nightcrawlers and cut...

The weekly fishing report as compiled for the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department for Nov. 14 and also available on the internet at http://www.txfishing.com : CENTRAL AUSTIN: Water stained; 65-71 degrees; 0.5 feet low. Black bass are slow to fair on Texas rigs, shakyheads and lipless crankbaits. Sunfish are slow to fair on cut nightcrawlers and corn. Catfish are fair on nightcrawlers and cut...

Rams-Chiefs Game Moved from Mexico City to LA Coliseum

Rams-Chiefs Game Moved from Mexico City to LA Coliseum

The much-anticipated matchup between the Rams and Kansas City Chiefs will be played Monday night at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, with the NFL announcing today that field conditions at the original planned venue in Mexico City fell short of league standards.

The much-anticipated matchup between the Rams and Kansas City Chiefs will be played Monday night at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, with the NFL announcing today that field conditions at the original planned venue in Mexico City fell short of league standards.

Roethlisberger throws for 5 TDs, Steelers rip Panthers 52-21

Roethlisberger throws for 5 TDs, Steelers rip Panthers 52-21

Ben Roethlisberger threw for 328 yards and five touchdowns, James Conner ran for 65 yards and a score before leaving late with a possible concussion and the Steelers pounded the Carolina Panthers 52-21 on Thursday night for their fifth straight victory.

Ben Roethlisberger threw for 328 yards and five touchdowns, James Conner ran for 65 yards and a score before leaving late with a possible concussion and the Steelers pounded the Carolina Panthers 52-21 on Thursday night for their fifth straight victory.

Jose Altuve wins 5th consecutive AL Silver Slugger Award

Jose Altuve wins 5th consecutive AL Silver Slugger Award

Louisville Slugger announced on Thursday night that Houston Astros All-Star second baseman Jose Altuve has won his fifth consecutive Silver Slugger Award (2014-18), which names him as the top offensive player at his position in the American League in 2018. By winning his fifth, Altuve joins Craig Biggio as the only players in franchise history to win five Silver Slugger Awards.

Louisville Slugger announced on Thursday night that Houston Astros All-Star second baseman Jose Altuve has won his fifth consecutive Silver Slugger Award (2014-18), which names him as the top offensive player at his position in the American League in 2018. By winning his fifth, Altuve joins Craig Biggio as the only players in franchise history to win five Silver Slugger Awards.

Texas Fishing Report

Texas Fishing Report

The weekly fishing report as compiled for the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department for Nov. 7 and also available on the internet at http://www.txfishing.com : CENTRAL AUSTIN: Water stained; 65-71 degrees; 0.5 feet low. Black bass are slow to fair on Texas rigs, shakyheads and lipless crankbaits. Sunfish are slow to fair on cut nightcrawlers and corn. Catfish are fair on nightcrawlers and cut shad.

The weekly fishing report as compiled for the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department for Nov. 7 and also available on the internet at http://www.txfishing.com : CENTRAL AUSTIN: Water stained; 65-71 degrees; 0.5 feet low. Black bass are slow to fair on Texas rigs, shakyheads and lipless crankbaits. Sunfish are slow to fair on cut nightcrawlers and corn. Catfish are fair on nightcrawlers and cut shad.

Lance McCullers Jr says his best days in an Astros uniform are still ahead of him

Lance McCullers Jr says his best days in an Astros uniform are still ahead of him

One day after undergoing Tommy John surgery on his right elbow, Astros pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. is already focused on helping the franchise win games when he returns to action in 2020.

One day after undergoing Tommy John surgery on his right elbow, Astros pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. is already focused on helping the franchise win games when he returns to action in 2020.

Bayou City Buzz - Dine WithMerci

Bayou City Buzz - Dine WithMerci

Houston Texans linebacker Whitney Mercilus was all smiles and it had nothing to do with the team's six-game win streak. Mercilus hosted his annual fundraising event Dine WithMerci at The Ballroom at Bayou Place. The event is to help tackles the cause of cerebral palsy.

Houston Texans linebacker Whitney Mercilus was all smiles and it had nothing to do with the team's six-game win streak. Mercilus hosted his annual fundraising event Dine WithMerci at The Ballroom at Bayou Place. The event is to help tackles the cause of cerebral palsy.