United States Blasts Its Way Into W.B.C. Semifinals
Trea Turner’s grand slam gave the U.S. a come-from-behind win over Venezuela, setting up what should be a tense game against Cuba in Miami.
World Series: Justin Verlander and Astros Beat Phillies in Game 5
Justin Verlander finally got his first World Series victory, Jeremy Peña carried the offense and Houston has Philadelphia on the ropes as it heads home for Game 6.
The Pieces Around Them Change, but Houston’s Core Sets the Tone
Jose Altuve, Yuli Gurriel and Alex Bregman have reached the A.L.C.S. in six straight seasons. Through triumph and scandal, they have taught a rotating cast of teammates how to win.
World Series: Framber Valdez and Astros Even Series With Game 2 Win
Houston set the tone against Philadelphia with three straight hits to start the game, giving Framber Valdez and the Astros bullpen all the support they needed for a big win at home.
World Series: Nick Castellanos Saved Phillies With Catch in Game 1
A fly ball in the ninth inning could easily have been a winning hit for Houston, but Nick Castellanos made a long run and a sliding catch, just has he had done against Atlanta.
Astros Favored Over Phillies to Win World Series
Houston and Philadelphia will face off in a matchup of teams that have caught fire in the postseason. Game 1 is set for Friday in Houston.
ALCS: Astros Rolling Even as Jose Altuve Struggles
Jose Altuve’s double on Saturday was his first hit of the postseason and Yordan Alvarez and Kyle Tucker are struggling against the Yankees. Regardless, Houston is up, 3-0.
Postseason Hope Weighs Heavily on Seattle Mariners Fans
The team’s 14-game win streak buoyed our columnist’s hope that the franchise could break a postseason curse. A visit from the Houston Astros brought on a familiar sinking feeling.
Aaron Judge Gives Yankees Walk-Off Win Over Astros
Aaron Judge carried his team to victory on Sunday, but in a four-game draw, Houston proved the Yankees can’t just coast to the pennant.