Zach Dezenzo and Cam Smith need everyday at-bats. When will they get them in the majors?
Dezenzo and Smith are putting up strong numbers in spring training, but Joe Espada doesn't want to put young players in ...
Houston Astros 'optimistic' first baseman Christian Walker will be ready for opening day
The Houston Astros are “optimistic” that first baseman Christian Walker will be ready for opening day in his recovery from a ...
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Joe Espada on Valdez's start, Peña's grand slam
Joe Espada discusses Framber Valdez's six-strikeout spring start, Jeremy Peña's grand slam and more following the Astros' 6-4 ...
Houston Astros Set Spring Training Debut for Oft-Injured World Series Champ
The Houston Astros have most of their rotation figured out. But they will be getting a good pitcher back very soon.
Billy Wagner comes to spring training for his son and gets Hall-of-Fame welcome from Houston Astros
Astros manager Joe Espada says Billy Wagner's path to Hall of Fame is a story worth telling to younger players.
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Sports Highlights: Trades, Triumphs, and Turnarounds
Framber Valdez is named the Houston Astros' Opening Day starter for the fourth time. The Vikings trade for RB Jordan Mason. Injuries impact Memphis guard Tyrese Hunter. Tennis highlights include a win ...
Framber Valdez será el abridor por cuarto año consecutivo en día inaugural de los Astros
Framber Valdez será el abridor de los Astros de Houston en el día inaugural — nuevamente. El manager Joe Espada informó a los ...
Houston Astros 'close' to decision on playing Jose Altuve in the outfield. Cam Smith to get another chance
Jose Altuve has played seven of his eight games in the outfield this spring as Houston decides if the All-Star second baseman ...
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Dezenzo keeps getting chances -- and keeps cashing in
When players reported to Spring Training more than a month ago, Astros manager Joe Espada was very direct with his messaging ...