A rare 1965 photo captures future Hall‑of‑Famers Joe Morgan and Nellie Fox visiting Wrigley Field during the Astros' second series there. By cross‑checking uniforms, game logs and Fox’s July 31 release, the post pinpoints the shot to June 28, 1965, when the Cubs beat Houston 7‑2. Morgan homered (1‑for‑4) off Larry Jackson, while Fox singled for starter Dave Giusti, who later excelled with the Pirates. The article details the significance of the Astros’ first season under that name after the Colt .45s rebrand, and notes Morgan’s 1990 Hall of Fame induction and Fox’s 1997 Veterans Committee election.
The Astros have hired Randy Flores as their new general manager, sparking three competing narratives. Supporters tout Flores’s player‑development pedigree—he helped the St. Louis Cardinals rise to the No. 2 farm system per Baseball America and No. 4 per FanGraphs in 2026—suggesting a fresh, innovative approach akin to Driveline’s influence. Critics view the hire as a PR misstep for owner Jim Crane, especially after the missed pursuit of assistant GM Matt Kleine, who re‑signed with Milwaukee amid talks of higher pay and authority. The article weighs the glass‑half‑full optimism against the glass‑half‑empty concerns, setting the stage for Flores’s introductory press conference on Monday at 10 a.m.
Good morning, LSB. Joc Pederson has said no thanks on his 2027 mutual option and will hit free agency. Ditto Kyle Higashioka and Jakob Junis. And the Astros have found their new GM after a lengthy search. And that appears to be about all there is this morning. Have a good weekend!
The Mariners announce CJ Gillman as their new hitting coach while awaiting a manager, and pitcher Michael Arroyo faces an elbow scope with a slated return in April 2027. Ryan Blake shares 2027 projection insights, and Kate Preusser outlines key offseason dates. Washington State honors John Olerud with a new statue, and Seattle’s pioneering female umpire Christine Wren passes at 78. League-wide moves include the Astros hiring Randy Flores as GM, the Seibu Lions posting right‑hander Kaima Taira to MLB, and the Diamondbacks targeting controllable starters amid talks for Ketel Marte. Over The Monster warns the upcoming lockout could sour offseason optimism.
Long-time Padres bullpen coach Ben Fritz leaves San Diego for the Arizona Diamondbacks' pitching coach slot, deepening the Padres' offseason woes. Fritz, with the club since 2015 and bullpen coach since 2019, departs as ace Michael King also opts out of his contract. The article lists a growing roster of free agents and option players—including Ty France, Luis Rengifo, Casey Mize, Walker Buehler and Robby Ray—highlighting the massive roster turnover ahead of the 2027 season. New owners Jose E. Feliciano and Kwanza Jones face a rebuild with a vacant rotation, while other MLB news notes the Brewers' World Series parade and the Astros' GM hire.
The Dallas Mavericks (4‑2) edged the previously unbeaten Houston Rockets (5‑1) 116‑111 at the American Airlines Center on Oct. 30, 2026. Kyrie Irving led the comeback with 35 points and 9 assists, while 19‑year‑old Cooper Flagg added 33 points in the fourth quarter. Coach Dusty May praised the team’s depth, rebounding, and reduced turnovers, highlighting contributions from Dereck Lively, Gafford’s blocks, and Caleb Martin’s return from injury. The win signals a promising start for a young, character‑rich Mavericks squad heading into the 2026‑27 season.
The article opens with a nostalgic look at Game 4 of the 2001 World Series, highlighting Derek Jeter’s walk‑off homer that earned him the “Mr. November” nickname. It then shifts to current MLB news: the Houston Astros have hired longtime Cardinals exec Randy Flores as their new GM, tasked with revitalizing a team that won the AL West on a .500 record. Meanwhile, the Los Angeles Angels remain without a GM—still searching amid an ownership transfer and a looming December 1 lockout, while also needing a new manager. Finally, the piece warns that teams will scramble this weekend to finalize 40‑man rosters, file DFAs, claim waivers and issue qualifying offers before the transactions freeze and free agency open on Monday at 4 p.m. CT.
Joey Porter Jr. finally debuted as the Dallas Cowboys’ cornerback in the Week 4 game against the Houston Texans. Since then, he has played two more games for Dallas and has defended just three passes while recording seven tackles. Yet, according to former Cowboys star safety Darren Woodson, Porter has potential that can match Deion […]
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J.J. McCarthy left Houston last Sunday with a 27-21 overtime win and 252 passing yards in his first start for the Giants. A month ago, the former first-round pick was a third-string quarterback in Minnesota. Now he is the face of a New York team sitting at 4-2-1. One list from ESPN Adam Schefter shows […]
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Colorado’s reliable left‑handed reliever Brennan Bernardino posted a 2.81 ERA over 64 innings in 2026 and is drawing trade interest from Detroit, which may target him for a pitching prospect. At 34 and still under team control, Bernardino could fetch a valuable return before he hits 35, though the Rockies aren’t eager to move him without a solid offer. The roundup also notes Kyle Freeland’s shaky 4‑12 season, Arizona Fall League results, and offseason moves like the Astros’ new GM, giving a broad MLB update.
The Dallas Mavericks (4-2) snap the Houston Rockets' (5-1) perfect start with a 116-111 Emirates Cup win, highlighted by A+ grades for Cooper Flagg (33 points, 9 rebounds, 6 assists) and Kyrie Irving (35 points, 9 assists). Irving, back from injury, shoots 12‑of‑19 and clinches the game with free throws, while Flagg dominates the paint despite three turnovers. Daniel Gafford adds 18 points on 6‑of‑7 shooting, and P.J. Washington grabs a double‑digit rebound total. The performance marks the Mavericks' second upset of an unbeaten team in as many games, showcasing Dusty May’s system and a fun, competitive vibe.
Dallas Mavericks rookie Cooper Flagg, fresh off a 33‑point, nine‑rebound showing against the Houston Rockets and already in Rookie‑of‑the‑Year conversations, became the focus of a heated debate after former Mav Charlie Villanueva claimed on the To The Baha podcast that a white player couldn’t be the NBA’s face in 2026. The remark sparked a social‑media firestorm, with Michael Jordan’s ex‑teammate Ron Harper firing back with a terse “Why” and defending Flagg’s marketability. Despite the controversy, Flagg’s stats—25.3 points, 5.3 rebounds, 6.8 assists per game and a historic 750‑point/150‑assist/50‑steal/30‑block start—place him alongside Michael Jordan and Ron Harper Sr. as one of the league’s most promising young stars.
The Mets Morning News spotlights the Brewers' historic World Series win, with Milwaukee holding a victory parade on Oct. 30, 2026. The piece hints at Mets offseason moves, naming free-agent pitcher Teruaki Sato and noting the Braves' signing of 17‑year‑old Cuban catcher Anthony Calderon. It also recaps league-wide roster moves: the Marlins pick up Sandy Alcántara’s 2027 option, the Nationals lose hitting coach CJ Gillman to Seattle, and the Astros hire former Cardinals assistant GM Randy Flores. Finally, it recalls Tom Seaver’s second Cy Young Award on this date in 1973.
Fantasy football rosters will be tested again, with tough start/sit decisions to make as the 49ers, Giants, Texans, and Saints […]
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Kyrie Irving and 19‑year‑old rookie Cooper Flagg spark a 116‑111 comeback win for the Dallas Mavericks over the Houston Rockets on Oct. 21, 2026. Irving leads the veteran squad with 35 points, 4 rebounds and 9 assists, while Flagg contributes 33 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists, showcasing the chemistry the duo has developed under coach Jason Kidd. The victory, highlighted by Flagg’s rapid rise after filling in for Irving, cements Dallas as an exciting team to watch as the season unfolds.
The Rockets face a rested Oklahoma City Thunder on Oct. 31 at 7:30 p.m. CT, with Houston playing back‑to‑back after a recent game and the Thunder coming off a day off. Both squads are shorthanded: Houston lists Alperen Şengün (questionable), Steven Adams (out), Marcus Smart, Reed Sheppard and Fred VanVleet (questionable, back‑to‑back) as doubtful; OKC has Chet Holmgren, Jalen Williams, Cason Wallace, Nikola Tičić, Thomas Sorber and Alex Caruso out. The preview highlights the Thunder’s advantage in rest and the narrative that a win could reaffirm their danger despite their injury list. The game streams on Space City Home Network and NBA TV.
Hey RotoBallers, the weekend is officially here, and we are back with more updated positional rankings. The 49ers, Giants, Texans, […]
Mavericks Kyrie Irving had been working his way back into form. Friday looked a lot more like the version the Mavericks were waiting for. Irving scored 16 of his 35 points in the fourth quarter and added nine assists as Dallas handed the Rockets their first loss, 116-111. As Austin Veazey of Mavs On SI […]
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The Houston Texans have spent the first seven weeks of the 2026 NFL season discovering just how expensive weaknesses in the trenches can become. Despite boasting some really explosive offensive weapons and some of the league’s most dangerous pass rushers, Houston has repeatedly struggled to control the line of scrimmage. Their latest defeat against the […]
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Kevin Durant candidly reflects on the Houston Rockets' first loss of the 2026-27 NBA regular season.
Kyrie Irving has seen plenty of talented players throughout his NBA career, and he can spot rare talent when he sees it. It was Cooper Flagg’s competitive drive that has already stood out to the Dallas Mavericks veteran. The 19-year-old showed that quality again Friday, helping Dallas hand the Houston Rockets their first loss of […]
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Kyrie Irving sparks the Dallas Mavericks to a 116-111 win over the Houston Rockets on Oct. 31, 2026, handing Houston its first loss of the season. Irving drops 35 points—26 after halftime—while Cooper Flagg adds 33, 9 rebounds and 6 assists. Dallas erupts for 40 of its 116 points in the fourth quarter, improving to 4-2 and staying above .500 for the first time since March 2025. Kevin Durant leads the Rockets with 28 points, but Houston misses Alperen Şengün and Reed Sheppard with back soreness and Steven Adams with a soleus strain. The game, part of the Emirates NBA Cup, featured a fast‑break edge (28-10) for the Mavericks and a 20‑6 second‑chance advantage for the Rockets.
The Houston Astros announce former St. Louis Cardinals assistant GM Randy Flores as their new general manager, a move revealed Friday evening. Flores, 51, brings a decade of scouting and player‑acquisition experience and a 2006 World Series ring, taking over Houston’s baseball operations for the first time. He replaces the stalled pursuit of Brewers assistant GM Matt Kleine and will join owner Jim Crane at a press conference Monday. Flores inherits a roster anchored by AL MVP‑candidate Yordan Alvarez, shortstop Jeremy Peña, ace Hunter Brown and closer Josh Hader, all facing free‑agency decisions within two years, and will lead the upcoming managerial search as Houston seeks to improve on an 81‑81 season that ended with a Wild Card loss.