Montero, Rafael

‘These Guys Are Nasty’: Houston Thrives With Unexpected Stars

By Tyler Kepner November 3, 2022Baseball, Houston Astros, Javier, Cristian (1997- ), Montero, Rafael, Valdez, Framber, World Series

Cristian Javier and Framber Valdez were never top prospects, but Houston’s Dominican starters are part of a superb group of Astros pitchers starring in the World Series.

Christian Javier and Astros Throw Second No-Hitter in World Series History

By Scott Miller November 2, 2022Abreu, Bryan, Baseball, Houston Astros, Javier, Cristian (1997- ), Montero, Rafael, Nola, Aaron (1993- ), Philadelphia Phillies, Playoff Games, World Series

Cristian Javier and three relievers shut down the powerful Philadelphia Phillies, tying the World Series and accomplishing a feat that hadn’t happened since 1956.