Framber Valdez throws 16th no-hitter in Astros history in 2-0 victory over Guardians

It’s Houston’s first no-hitter in the regular season since Cristian Javier, Hector Neris and Ryan Pressly combined to no-hit the Yankees on June 25, 2022. HOUSTON — Framber Valdez threw the 16th no-hitter in Houston Astros history in a 2-0 victory over the Cleveland Guardians on Tuesday night. Hours after the Astros reacquired ace Justin … Read more

Politicians urge Taylor Swift to postpone LA concerts in solidarity with striking hotel workers

LOS ANGELES – California’s lieutenant governor and other elected officials on Tuesday urged Taylor Swift to postpone her Los Angeles concerts as a way to stand in solidarity with striking hotel workers. Lt. Gov. Eleni Kounalakis and dozens of state and local politicians signed an open letter telling Swift that her tour makes the region’s … Read more

‘Super fired up’ | Astros player and fans react to trade that brings Justin Verlander back to Houston

Verlander returns to the Astros just months after leaving via free agency. HOUSTON — The Astros made a statement Tuesday before the trade deadline, bringing back three-time Cy Young winner Justin Verlander.  Houston worked out a deal with the New York Mets just months after the ace left H-town for the Big Apple.  Houston gave … Read more