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Houston Astros 2010: New Skipper Brings New Attitude, Dugout Assistants
Posted: 4th January 2010 by Denton Ramsey in MLB
Brad Mills has a busy 2010 ahead of him; and for HoustonÆs new skipper, March madness begins as soon as the team lands in Florida for Spring Training.
But in all actuality, the chaos has already begun for next seasonÆs Astros manager; and after glancing at what could be in regards to next yearÆs starting rotation , bullpen , infield , outfield , catchers , and bench , itÆs now time ...
Houston Astros’ Deep Bench Should Provide Reliable Relief in 2010
Posted: 1st January 2010 by Denton Ramsey in MLB
ItÆs officially the new year. With 2009 in the rearview mirror and 2010 upon us, itÆs time to take a look at the Houston Astros probable bench for this coming season.
With Spring Training previews on HoustonÆs pitching rotation , bullpen , infield , outfield , and catchers already in the books, weÆre now going to delve a bit deeper into bench possibilities for the upcoming MLB season.
Fortunately for the Astros, ...
Houston Astros’ Deep Bench Should Provide Reliable Relief in 2010
Posted: 1st January 2010 by Denton Ramsey in MLB
It’s officially the new year. With 2009 in the rearview mirror and 2010 upon us, it’s time to take a look at the Houston Astros probable bench for this coming season.
With Spring Training previews on Houston’s pitching rotation , bullpen , infield , outfield , and catchers already in the books, we’re now going to delve a bit deeper into bench possibilities for the upcoming MLB season.
Fortunately for the Astros, ...
Houston Astros’ Duo of Young Catchers Aims for MLB Success in 2010
Posted: 30th December 2009 by Denton Ramsey in MLB
The new year is looming around the corner, and with 2010 comes the knowledge that Spring Training will begin in just a couple short months.
After looking in detail at everything from Houston’s
Breaking News: Houston Rockets’ Tracy McGrady To Be Traded
Posted: 28th December 2009 by Denton Ramsey in NBA
It appears as though the inevitable is finally going to happen.
According to sources close to the Rockets and according to breaking stories from ESPN, Tracy McGrady will be given an indefinite leave from the team, as Houston aims to trade the disgruntled guard.
Admit it, we all saw this as a possibility.
But now itÆs a reality.
I guess McGrady would rather get playing time with a team like the New Jersey Nets ...
All-Stars in the Outfield: Houston Astros Boast Trio of Talent for 2010
Posted: 28th December 2009 by Denton Ramsey in MLB
After spending the past week looking at everything from starting pitching, to the probable bullpen , to what HoustonÆs 2010 infield will likely look like, itÆs time to take a deeper glance at who the Astros will have roaming the outfield next season.
The outfield is one place where Houston actually has a load of talent, with a trio of stars manning the outskirts of Minute Maid Park.
From veteran ...
Houston Astros: Two Veterans, Two Newcomers Highlight 2010 Infield
Posted: 26th December 2009 by Denton Ramsey in MLB
Now that the pitching prospects breakdown is out of the way, itÆs time to take a closer look at the infield position players for the 2010 Houston Astros.
Although a majority of March will focus on both locking up the pitching rotation and finalizing the bullpen , there will also be some new faces in terms of position players, including those roaming the infield.
In addition to the return of legendary Houston ...
Houston Astros Grapefruit League: 2010 Bullpen Preview
Posted: 24th December 2009 by Denton Ramsey in MLB
Baseball may not be on the hearts and minds of many right now, but it will be in the next couple of months.
In part one of this series of seven on the Houston Astros baseball team, we took an in-depth look at the potential pitching rotation for next yearÆs team.
Today, weÆll be taking a closer glance at the bullpen hopefuls and what the future may hold in terms of setup ...
Shane Battier: A Real Role Model for This Decade, the Next One, and Beyond
Posted: 23rd December 2009 by Denton Ramsey in NBA
Hey kids, yÆall want a real role model?
Try the Houston RocketsÆShane Battier.
Battier is the real deal, and what you see is what you get.
From his days at Duke to his current moments in a Rockets jersey, Battier is the definition of everything good in sports.
After four years under the greatest coach ever in Mike Krzyzewski, Battier has learned to be an all-around athlete on the hardwood, leading by example ...
Von Wafer Fails Team Physical, Houston Rockets Call Up Michael Harris
Posted: 23rd December 2009 by Denton Ramsey in NBA
Von Wafer may be back in the United States for Christmas, but itÆs going to be a while before he returns to the NBA hardwood.
According to FOX Houston, Wafer failed his physical last night and any potential deals are now off the table.
The Rockets still apparently have interest in Wafer if he can get back in shape, but until then, they have turned to Michael Harris from HoustonÆs NBA Development ...