30 Results for houston astros

Meet the all-time NL All-Stars

Rob Neyer, ESPN.com

Rob Neyer picks his all-time National League All-Star team since the All-Star era began in 1933.

Story | Conversation | July 09, 2009

Signing Pedro Martinez probably not a good move

Rob Neyer

...He has to do what's best for him." Recent reports had Pedro signing with the Houston Astros, but Astros general manager Ed Wade dispelled those rumors. "We have had zero conversations with Pedro...

Blog Entry | Conversation | March 18, 2009

Pudge chooses strange language on steroids

Rob Neyer

...for a place to play this season, said he might sign with the Florida Marlins, the Houston Astros or the Mets. He also said he might need to stay patient. Rodríguez, 37, said "only...

Blog Entry | Conversation | February 16, 2009

Tuesday Taters

Rob Neyer

...chunk that caught my (and Craig Calcaterra's) eye: However, some clauses seem a bit strained. Houston Astros reliever LaTroy Hawkins, who doesn't have a hit in 14 big league seasons, will get...

Blog Entry | Conversation | February 10, 2009

Rob Neyer's Favorite Ballpark Quirks

Rob Neyer, ESPN.com

Rob Neyer's Favorite Ballpark Quirks

Story | Conversation | August 16, 2006

Clemens' 22 greatest moments

Rob Neyer, ESPN Insider

In light of Roger Clemens' affinity for all things 22, Rob Neyer offers his list of the 22 greatest moments of the Rocket's career.

Story | Conversation | June 22, 2006

Game 1 instant analysis

Rob Neyer, ESPN Insider

Rob Neyer's Game 1 instant analysis.

Story | Conversation | October 13, 2004

History's best over-40 aces

Rob Neyer, ESPN.com

Can Roger Clemens continue to dominate at age 41? Others have including another hard-throwing Texan.

Story | Conversation | May 10, 2004

Sizing up the good ... and the bad

Rob Neyer, ESPN.com

While the Angels, among others, have made significant additions, the White Sox are among clubs to have lost talent.

Story | Conversation | March 05, 2004

Predicting the standings pure folly

Rob Neyer, ESPN.com

Predicting how teams will finish in the standings not just in 2004, but for the next five years is totally absurd.

Story | Conversation | February 11, 2004

Winning 'Championships' the Ultimate

Rob Neyer, ESPN.com

The Ultimate Standings say a lot about what fans want. But, in reality, winning is what's ultimately most important.

Story | Conversation | February 04, 2004

Astros class of NL Central

Rob Neyer, ESPN.com

By adding Roger Clemens to an already solid offense, the Astros clearly are the best team in the NL Central.

Story | Conversation | January 26, 2004

Boras pushing the peddle for Pudge

Rob Neyer, ESPN.com

Checking in on the Tigers' pursuit of Pudge Rodriguez and the Astros' decision on naming a No. 5 starter.

Story | Conversation | January 23, 2004

Astros needed more Ensberg

Rob Neyer, ESPN.com

A reader wonders if the Astros missed the playoffs because they didn't play Morgan Ensberg enough at third.

Story | Conversation | September 29, 2003

Down the stretch they come

Rob Neyer, ESPN.com

The Astros and Cubs coupled with the Twins and White Sox highlight the best of the pennant races.

Story | Conversation | September 17, 2003