Javier goes 6 strong, Bregman homers as Astros down A’s 6-3

Bregman’s 16th homer was his second straight day with a two-run shot in the first. He also hit an RBI double in the seventh. HOUSTON — Cristian Javier threw six shutout innings, Alex Bregman hit a two-run homer and the Houston Astros swept the Oakland Athletics with a 6-3 win on Sunday. Bregman’s 16th homer … Read more

Texans top Saints, 17-13, in preseason opener

Houston quarterback Davis Mills was 3 for 3 for 14 yards in two drives where the team failed to get a first down. HOUSTON — New Orleans coach Dennis Allen wasn’t thrilled about his team’s overall performance Saturday night in the preseason against the Houston Texans. But he was encouraged by the limited work of … Read more