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Framber Valdez warming up prior to Game 2 of the 2023 ALCS between the Rangers and Astros
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2023 ALCS Game Two Manager Pregame Notes — Rangers at Astros, Nathan Eovaldi v. Framber Valdez

2023 ALCS Game Two — Rangers, Astros Pregame Manager Notes HOUSTON, Oct. 16 — The Texas Rangers and Houston Astros are facing one another Monday afternoon in Game Two of the ALCS, with the Rangers holding a 1–0 series lead. Prior to the game, Rangers manager Bruce Bochy and Astros manager Dusty Baker met with […]

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Astros and Rangers lined up for the National Anthem prior to Game 1 of the 2023 ALCS
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2023 ALCS Game One Manager Pregame Notes — Rangers at Astros, Jordan Montgomery v. Justin Verlander

2023 ALCS Game One — Rangers, Astros Pregame Manager Notes HOUSTON, Oct. 15 — The Texas Rangers and Houston Astros are facing one another Sunday night in Game One of the ALCS. This is the first time in LCS history that both teams are from the same state. Prior to the game, Rangers manager Bruce […]

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Bryan Abreu
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The Emergence of Bryan Abreu in 2023

The emergence of Houston Astros pitcher Bryan Abreu was unpredictable, yet perhaps now more welcome than ever. With his high velocity fastball and a sharp breaking slider, he has become one of most effective relievers in the game. In those high-leverage situations, Abreu is the primary name called out of the bullpen. So Far this […]

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Hunter Brown
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Hunter Brown’s Early Success in 2023

Houston Astros rookie pitcher Hunter Brown has been stellar so far this season. While he didn’t have the best start to the 2023 season, he has shown everyone there is still plenty to be excited about since then. Brown is currently 4–1 with a 3.20 ERA. In 44.2 innings, he has 56 strikeouts. He has […]

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Houston Astros Competition
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Houston Astros Competition for Center Field

The Houston Astros‘ competition for center field is heating up as we get closer to the end of spring training. They have two talented and qualified players in Chas McCormick and Jake Meyers. The two have been alternating to see who will win the starting role. Few and Far Between Roster competitions are few and […]

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