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Christian Wood likes Paolo Banchero, Jaden Ivey as potential draft pick for Rockets

“A lot of big man talent for sure,” Christian Wood says of the 2022 NBA draft and potential options for the Rockets. “I like (Paolo) Banchero, I like (Jaden) Ivey. Hopefully we get a good guy.”

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Rockets center Christian Wood focused on winning in 2022-23 and beyond

“I am focused on trying to win games and trying to get to the playoffs,” Rockets big man Christian Wood told reporters prior to throwing out the first pitch at Wednesday’s Astros game.

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Christian Wood discusses contract extension talks with Rockets

Prior to throwing out a ceremonial first pitch for the Astros, Christian Wood discussed a potential contract extension with the Rockets. “We’ve had a talk,” Wood told reporters.

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Hot Seat Index: Which MLB Managers Could Be Fired Next?

Joe Girardi and Joe Maddon lost their jobs within the last week, and more skippers could soon be getting the boot.

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Astros’ Hector Neris suspended four games for ‘intentionally’ throwing at Mariners; Servais says skirmish is ‘over’

SEATTLE — Mariners manager Scott Servais said Tuesday that the benches-clearing incident Monday night with the Houston Astros was over.

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MLB Announces Suspensions, Fines for Astros-Mariners Incident

Astros reliever Hector Neris and manager Dusty Baker were suspended, while six people involved were fined.

Sports Illustrated

Report: Astros’ 2017 World Series Banner Has ‘Disappeared’

The team said Monday that it is likely due to weather conditions.

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Justin Bieber Headed For Conflict for Lightning-Rangers Game 7?

His concert is scheduled for Madison Square Garden on the same day as Game 7 of the Eastern Conference Final.

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Justin Verlander strikes out 12, ends M’s two-game winning streak

HOUSTON — Astros ace Justin Verlander struck back Tuesday night.

Tribune News Service

Take note of Major League Baseball’s All-Star vote

Baseball by the numbers: Anderson, Robert, Abreu are three White Sox to consider on your ballot.

Chicago Sun-Times

Umpire Vic Carapazza needlessly caused a scene and ejected Ryan Pressly with two outs in the 9th inning

Enough is enough, MLB.

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Kansas City Royals rally, but bullpen can’t slow down Astros’ offense in a 7-4 loss

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The Kansas City Royals pulled within a run in the bottom of the eighth, but then their relief pitchers hit a batter, giving up three hits, a walk and three runs with two outs, as they fell 7-4 in front of an announced 12,776 in the…

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Salvador Perez breaks out of funk with homer as Royals stop slide by beating Astros

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Salvador Perez hit a home run, doubled and drove in three of the Kansas City Royals’ six runs as they defeated the AL West-leading Houston Astros and snapped a five-game slide.

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Royals’ hottest pitcher no help vs. Astros as skid hits 5 games

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The Kansas City Royals’ best pitcher in May fell back with a thud as a losing streak continued through early June.

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The Thrill of Attending Jameson Taillon’s Near-Perfect Game

Plus, Joe Girardi is out in Philadelphia and the Astros extend Yordan Álvarez.

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Report: Astros, Yordan Alvarez Agree to Record Contract

The designated hitter’s new contract ranks the fifth most valuable in MLB history among players who have yet to reach arbitration.

The Philadelphia Inquirer

Mark Appel was once a can’t-miss prospect. Nine years later, the Phillies could finally make him a major leaguer.

ALLENTOWN, Pa. — Mark Appel knows people think he’s crazy. The right-handed pitcher was the first overall pick of a draft that produced Aaron Judge, Cody Bellinger, and Kris Bryant. That draft was nine years ago. Judge is a three-time All-Star. Bellinger was the 2019 National League MVP. Bryant helped…

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Photo Of A’s Crowd Goes Viral After Announced Crowd Of 5,189

Oakland has struggled to attract fans all season.

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White Sox, Astros added to ESPN Sunday Night Baseball schedule

White Sox and Astros game in Houston on June 19 has been switched from an afternoon game to a 6:08 p.m. start.

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Astros Shortstop Jeremy Peña Is MLB’s Most Professional Rookie

Houston’s youngster has the tall task of replacing a franchise icon. So far, he’s doing just fine.

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Athletics, Blackburn overpowered by Alvarez and Astros

OAKLAND, Calif. — Paul Blackburn has been the Athletics’ most consistent starting pitcher this season, but even he couldn’t prevent a 5-1 loss to the Houston Astros Monday at the Coliseum.

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Mariners can’t complete the sweep against Astros as Yordan Alvarez delivers in 8th

SEATTLE — The Seattle Mariners were just shy of a sweep Sunday at T-Mobile Park.

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Just as expected, Mariners hit four homers off ace Justin Verlander to beat Astros

SEATTLE — Don’t try to figure out baseball, because you can’t.

St. Louis Post-Dispatch

Benjamin Hochman: 'That was hard on the heart.' Blues persevere in epic Game 5 overtime win.

DENVER — Inside a quiet elevator in a silenced arena, the doors opened to reveal the biggest Blues fan there is.

Sports Illustrated

Jeff Bagwell Explains Why He Thinks ‘Moneyball’ is a ‘Farce’

The legendary Astros first baseman isn’t totally impressed with the early 2000s Oakland Athletics.

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