Keuchel undone in 3rd inning, Rangers beat Astros 9-2
Dallas Keuchel knows Sunday's game could have turned out a lot differently if only he could have put the Texas Rangers away after getting the first two outs in the third inning. Instead, Texas tacked on four more runs to a one-run lead and cruised to a 9-2 win over the Houston Astros.
Alvarez, Johnson lead Fire over Dynamo 1-0
Arturo Alvarez scored his first MLS goal since 2010 and the Chicago Fire held on to beat the Houston Dynamo 1-0 on Saturday night. Alvarez poked a feed from Gilberto Souza Jr. — that slipped between a pair of defenders — past goalkeeper Tyler Deric in the third minute.
Astros struggle on offense in 2-1 loss to Rangers
A.J. Hinch isn't ready to rework his lineup despite his team's recent offensive struggles. The Houston Astros managed just one run for the third straight day in a 2-1 loss to the Texas Rangers on Saturday night. "We swung the bats well in Boston; we swung the bats well in Chicago except against (Chris) Sale, and so I don't want the recent memory of a couple 2-1 losses at home...
Fertitta making Big 12 case for University of Houston
No one is more passionate about academics and athletics than Tilman Fertitta, the chairman of the board of the University of Houston regents. The Houston-based business giant, who owns Landry's Inc. which includes Golden Nugget casinos as properties, knows exactly what he would say if given the opportunity to speak to Big 12 athletic conference presidents who will meet in two...
City of Arlington, Rangers announce new retractable-roof stadium plans
Relief from the summer heat could be on the way for Texas Rangers fans -- but it would mean the end of Globe Life Park in Arlington.
Fertitta making Big 12 case for University of Houston
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Rio security chief wants soldiers to start policing city
RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — The head of security for the state of Rio de Janeiro wants soldiers to start policing the city immediately, 2 ½ months before the Rio Olympics are set to start. State Security Secretary Jose Mariano Beltrame, speaking Thursday alongside Defense Minister Raul Jungmann, said the military would help local police battle the city's rising crime.
Zika prompts USA Swimming to skip Puerto Rico
ATLANTA (AP) — Concerned about the threat of the Zika virus, USA Swimming has moved a pre-Olympic training camp from Puerto Rico to Atlanta. Frank Busch, the national team director, sent out a letter Thursday to all national team athletes and coaches telling them of the change. "I think it's the prudent thing to do," Bob Bowman, who coaches 18-time gold medalist Michael...
Golfer Phil Mickelson named in insider trading complaint
The Securities and Exchange Commission has sued professional golfer Phil Mickelson, saying he profited from an insider trading scheme conducted by a former corporate director and a professional gambler.
University of Houston responds to Hofheinz family lawsuit
The University of Houston filed a motion today challenging efforts by the Hofheinz family heirs to prevent UH from receiving funds to renovate its 50-year-old basketball arena. The motion says the heirs have no legal standing to oppose UH’s plans to rename the facility.
Rangers' Odor suspended eight games for brawl with Bautista
Rangers infielder Rougned Odor has been suspended for eight games after punching Toronto's Jose Batista during Sunday's game in Arlington, according to a report.
Kenny Smith: 'I will be a head coach in the NBA someday'
Former Rockets guard Kenny Smith told FOX 26 Sports he is no longer a candidate to become the next head coach of the Rockets.
Braves surprise cancer survivor with special evening at Turner Field
The Atlanta Braves, along with Make-A-Wish Georgia, helped make a metro Atlanta boy’s dream come true, just one year after learning he was cancer free.
Devon Still marries fiancee Asha Joyce, Leah Still gives touching speech as flower girl
An NFL player married his longtime fiancée during a fairytale wedding in Manhattan Friday evening, with a special little flower girl giving an adorable toast to the happy couple.
AP Source: Karl-Anthony Towns is NBA Rookie of the Year
Minnesota Timberwolves center Karl-Anthony Towns has been voted the NBA's Rookie of the Year, according to a person with direct knowledge of the award. The person spoke on condition of anonymity because the announcement has not yet been made. The NBA was scheduled to announce the winner Monday.
Barnes goal leads Dynamo past Real Salt Lake 1-0
Giles Barnes scored his fourth goal of the season and the Houston Dynamo topped Real Salt Lake 1-0 on Sunday. Houston (3-6-2) had the better of play most of the match and broke through in the 65th minute. Off a goal kick, Barnes outran defender Tony Beltran down the left wing and squeezed his right-footed shot past Jeff Attinella and inside the far post.
Poor outfield play factor in Astros losing 10-9 to Red Sox
The Houston Astros certainly know they better turn things around soon after their second straight tough loss. Xander Bogaerts hit a three-run homer and Ryan Hanigan had three singles and drove in four to lead the Boston Red Sox to a 10-9 victory that was aided by a poor outfield play from the Astros on Sunday.
NFL Player, wife 'bump' to induce labor
NFL player Antonio Cromartie and his wife, Terricka, shocked fans in January when they announced they were expecting twins despite Antonio previously undergoing a vasectomy. The former New York Jets cornerback and current free agent had already fathered 10 children, among seven women, including 5-year-old Jurzie and 3-year-old Jagger with Terricka.
'Big Papi' leads Red Sox over Astros in 11th inning
David Ortiz made sure he got to his daughter's birthday party. Big Papi may have picked up an extra gift from the field, too. Ortiz hit a winning double with two outs in the 11th inning after lining a tying triple in the ninth and earlier moving into 20th place on the career home run list, sending the Boston Red Sox past the Houston Astros 6-5 on Saturday.
Kenny Smith said he had 'great' meeting with Rockets
Former Rockets guard Kenny Smith, who is an NBA analyst with TNT and a candidate to become the next head coach of the Rockets, said he had “a great meeting” with team officials on Tuesday.