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A new book by history teacher and coach Chris Petersen fuses Taoist principles with baseball hitting, drawing on Jeff Bagwell’s insights and his daughter’s illustrations.
The Houston Astros announced a mutual separation with General Manager Dana Brown after a disappointing stretch of losses, signaling a shift toward a new rebuilding strategy.
The Houston Astros fell 7‑6 to the Oakland Athletics on a recent Saturday, a loss that pushed their record below .500 for the first time this month and triggered the mutual departure of general manager Dana Brown. The team missed the 2025 playoffs and is on pace for its worst season since 2014, a downturn mirrored by a 29th‑ranked farm system and only a single two‑plus WAR rookie in the past four years. Key players such as Alex Bregman, Kyle Tucker, Framber Valdez and Jeremy Peña have departed, while Hunter Brown and several veterans are set to become free agents, leaving a lineup that has been outscored by 44 runs. The front office’s recent moves have offered scant relief; after inheriting a championship roster in 2022, Brown’s only notable acquisition was Josh Hader, and the team failed to sign major free agents, extending only Cristian Javier and Jose Altuve, both of whom have underperformed. Strategic decisions have included late draft selections, the trade of prospects like Korey Lee and Jacob Melton, and a payroll that remains among the highest despite a thin roster. Owner Jim Crane and advisor Jeff Bagwell have indicated limited willingness to overhaul the organization, a factor that will shape the next general manager’s ability to rebuild a depleted farm system amid a looming lockout.
Owner Jim Crane’s direct involvement in baseball operations culminated in the firing of general manager Dana Brown, exposing deep dysfunction within the Houston Astros.
Owner Jim Crane will steer baseball operations after GM Dana Brown’s departure, as the Astros cling to a tie for first in the AL West and a broader wave of front‑office turnover sweeps the division.
The Houston Astros and general manager Dana Brown have mutually agreed to end their partnership, prompting a front‑office overhaul as the club battles for a playoff spot.
The Houston Astros announced the dismissal of general manager Dana Brown, with owner Jim Crane assuming direct control of baseball operations as the club battles for a postseason berth.
Dana Brown and the Houston Astros have mutually agreed to end their partnership following the expiration of his contract, paving the way for an interim leadership structure led by Jeff Bagwell and senior advisers.
The Astros part ways with GM Dana Brown as owner Jim Crane steps in as interim GM, sparking a front‑office reshuffle amid a tight AL West race.
The Houston Astros announced the departure of general manager Dana Brown, with owner Jim Crane assuming interim leadership as the club navigates a pivotal season.
Yordan Alvarez leads the league in batting, homers and RBIs, but a crowded AL East and a historic precedent loom over his chase.
As the American League season approaches its climax, Houston Astros star Yordan Alvarez fights for a rare Triple Crown, confronting fierce competition and strategic challenges.
A look at the life and career of Larry Andersen, the 17‑season reliever whose resilience, humor, and record‑setting performances left an indelible mark on baseball history.
An analysis of how the Boston Red Sox evaluate roster upgrades versus immediate trade gains, revisiting key deals from the past and examining the 2023 acquisition of catcher Adley Rutschman
The deadline saw the Dodgers lock in Tarik Skubal, the Red Sox land Adley Rutschman, and several clubs jockey for postseason positioning, sparking debate over strategy and cost.
A sweeping look at some of baseball's most memorable performances, record‑breaking moments and organizational shifts that have shaped the game over the past century.
From Ty Cobb’s flawless five‑hit game in 1917 to the Hall of Fame inductions of Bagwell, Raines and Rodriguez in 2017, baseball’s history is punctuated by feats that still echo across the diamond.
Carlos Beltrán, Andruw Jones and Jeff Kent were inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame, each highlighting personal ties to Puerto Rico, Curaçao and the mentors who shaped their careers.
The recent Hall of Fame ceremony in Cooperstown showcased speeches that emphasized focus, overcoming setbacks, and teamwork, offering timeless insights for athletes and professionals alike.
The Baseball Hall of Fame welcomed three new inductees on Sunday, highlighting the global reach of the sport and the personal stories behind their achievements.
Jeff Kent, a recent Baseball Hall of Fame inductee, shares memories of his two‑season tenure with the Astros, highlighting the Killer B's, GM Gerry Hunsicker's trust, and his broader career achievements.
A look at the Hall of Fame ceremony that honored Carlos Beltran, Andruw Jones and Jeff Kent, emphasizing their Caribbean heritage, family stories and the lingering shadow of a sign‑stealing scandal.
A look at the recent Hall of Fame ceremony where Puerto Rican star Carlos Beltran, Curaçao's Andruw Jones, and Jeff Kent celebrated their achievements and the influences that shaped their careers.
Sunday night in Cooperstown, three new members were welcomed to the Baseball Hall of Fame, each sharing personal tributes to their roots and the institutions that shaped their careers.