<![CDATA[Houston - The Athletic]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/location/houston/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/static/img/transparent-background-dark-favicon-144x144.pngHouston - The Athletichttps://www.nytimes.com/athletic/location/houston/The Athletic Media CompanyThu, 12 Sep 2024 16:22:30 GMTThu, 12 Sep 2024 09:00:21 GMT<![CDATA[The Texans have Super Bowl aspirations. C.J. Stroud is the reason: 'He's got some dog in him']]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5760381/2024/09/12/cj-stroud-texans-super-bowl-contenders-turnaround/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5760381/2024/09/12/cj-stroud-texans-super-bowl-contenders-turnaround/Thu, 12 Sep 2024 09:00:21 GMT<![CDATA[NFL picks against the spread, Week 2: Cut Daniel Jones some slack, Giants will bounce back]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5756873/2024/09/12/nfl-week-2-picks-predictions-betting-daniel-jones/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5756873/2024/09/12/nfl-week-2-picks-predictions-betting-daniel-jones/Thu, 12 Sep 2024 09:00:06 GMT<![CDATA[Astros' Chas McCormick 'really disappointed' to be placed on injured list with hand fracture]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5761883/2024/09/11/astros-chas-mccormick-right-hand-fracture/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5761883/2024/09/11/astros-chas-mccormick-right-hand-fracture/Thu, 12 Sep 2024 03:51:50 GMTSep 8, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros center fielder Chas McCormick (20) runs to first base on a single during the fifth inning against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Minute Maid Park. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images<![CDATA[Astros' Jose Altuve 'not worried' after exiting game with right side discomfort]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5761683/2024/09/11/astros-jose-altuve-exits-game-right-side-discomfort/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5761683/2024/09/11/astros-jose-altuve-exits-game-right-side-discomfort/Thu, 12 Sep 2024 02:05:09 GMTHOUSTON, TX - SEPTEMBER 11: Houston Astros second baseman Jose Altuve (27) watches the pitch in the bottom of the first inning during the MLB game between the Oakland Athletics and Houston Astros on September 11, 2024 at Minute Maid Park in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Leslie Plaza Johnson/Icon Sportswire) (Icon Sportswire via AP Images)<![CDATA[Josh Allen tossed a Week 1 gem, but is Kirk Cousins washed? Quick Outs]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5757347/2024/09/11/nfl-week-1-josh-allen-kirk-cousins-quick-outs/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5757347/2024/09/11/nfl-week-1-josh-allen-kirk-cousins-quick-outs/Wed, 11 Sep 2024 09:00:11 GMT<![CDATA[NFL Week 2 survivor pool picks, strategy: Why we're not picking Ravens and a Texans debate]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5758540/2024/09/11/nfl-week-2-survivor-pool-picks-strategy-ravens-texans-chargers/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5758540/2024/09/11/nfl-week-2-survivor-pool-picks-strategy-ravens-texans-chargers/Wed, 11 Sep 2024 09:00:01 GMTINDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - SEPTEMBER 08: Joe Mixon #28 of the Houston Texans celebrates after scoring a touchdown in the fourth quarter of the game against the Indianapolis Colts at Lucas Oil Stadium on September 08, 2024 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Justin Casterline/Getty Images)<![CDATA[NFL best bets Week 2: Why we're high on Cowboys, Bills-Dolphins offense and C.J. Stroud]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5758414/2024/09/10/nfl-best-bets-week-2-bills-dolphins-cowboys-texans/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5758414/2024/09/10/nfl-best-bets-week-2-bills-dolphins-cowboys-texans/Tue, 10 Sep 2024 16:40:21 GMTCLEVELAND, OHIO - SEPTEMBER 08: Trevon Diggs #7 of the Dallas Cowboys celebrates with teammates after an interception during the fourth quarter against the Cleveland Browns at Cleveland Browns Stadium on September 08, 2024 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images)<![CDATA[NFL playoff projections 2024: The Athletic's model predicts the field]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5698572/2024/09/10/nfl-playoffs-projections-odds/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5698572/2024/09/10/nfl-playoffs-projections-odds/Tue, 10 Sep 2024 11:32:08 GMTNFL 2024 projections<![CDATA[Astros takeaways: Full strength lineup, Framber Valdez's Cy Young Award case and more]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5756716/2024/09/10/astros-framber-valdez-cy-young-case/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5756716/2024/09/10/astros-framber-valdez-cy-young-case/Tue, 10 Sep 2024 10:15:28 GMTAug 24, 2024; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Houston Astros starting pitcher Framber Valdez (59) walks to the dugout before the start of the game against the Baltimore Orioles at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[The Athletic's NFL QB stock report, Week 2: Stroud, Mayfield shine, Cousins, Levis plummet]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5756057/2024/09/10/nfl-qb-stock-report-rankings-stroud-mayfield-cousins/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5756057/2024/09/10/nfl-qb-stock-report-rankings-stroud-mayfield-cousins/Tue, 10 Sep 2024 10:00:08 GMT<![CDATA[MLB Power Rankings: Royals, Padres shake up top 10; Our picks for each team's MVP]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5755797/2024/09/10/mlb-power-rankings-royals-padres/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5755797/2024/09/10/mlb-power-rankings-royals-padres/Tue, 10 Sep 2024 09:00:45 GMT<![CDATA[NFL Power Rankings Week 2: Let's overreact! Chargers, Bucs up; Bengals, Falcons down]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5755781/2024/09/10/nfl-power-rankings-week-2-chiefs-bills/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5755781/2024/09/10/nfl-power-rankings-week-2-chiefs-bills/Tue, 10 Sep 2024 09:00:33 GMT<![CDATA[Carroll Dawson, legendary Rockets assistant coach and GM, dies at 86]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5756166/2024/09/09/carroll-dawson-dies-rockets/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5756166/2024/09/09/carroll-dawson-dies-rockets/Mon, 09 Sep 2024 16:38:09 GMTSECAUCUS, NJ - MAY 23: Carroll Dawson, General Manager of the Houston Rockets, reacts after getting the Number 8 pick during the 2006 NBA Draft Lottery on May 23, 2006 at the NBA Studios in Secaucus, New Jersey. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2006 NBAE (Photo by Jennifer Pottheiser/NBAE via Getty Images)<![CDATA[Will Justin Verlander pitch in MLB playoffs? Plus Joey Votto on social justice]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5756096/2024/09/09/justin-verlander-astros-playoffs-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5756096/2024/09/09/justin-verlander-astros-playoffs-the-windup/Mon, 09 Sep 2024 15:16:04 GMT<![CDATA[Chiefs, Bengals and Week 1's big lessons for Super Bowl contenders: Sando's Pick Six]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5753724/2024/09/09/nfl-scores-games-week-1-results-super-bowl/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5753724/2024/09/09/nfl-scores-games-week-1-results-super-bowl/Mon, 09 Sep 2024 10:00:11 GMT<![CDATA['Atrocious': Justin Verlander's latest debacle puts his postseason in jeopardy]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5755098/2024/09/09/astros-justin-verlander-playoffs/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5755098/2024/09/09/astros-justin-verlander-playoffs/Mon, 09 Sep 2024 05:17:45 GMTSep 8, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros starting pitcher Justin Verlander (35) reacts during a mound visit during the third inning against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Minute Maid Park. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images<![CDATA[Top NFL Week 1 storylines: Can Caleb Williams be Bears' savior? Will Lions, Texans take next step?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5747716/2024/09/08/nfl-week-1-storylines-caleb-williams-lions/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5747716/2024/09/08/nfl-week-1-storylines-caleb-williams-lions/Sun, 08 Sep 2024 10:00:05 GMT<![CDATA[Houston Texans vs. Indianapolis Colts odds, expert picks, how to watch: Can Colts avenge last season's end against C.J. Stroud?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5750545/2024/09/08/texans-colts-odds-expert-picks-how-to-watch-predictions-betting/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5750545/2024/09/08/texans-colts-odds-expert-picks-how-to-watch-predictions-betting/Sun, 08 Sep 2024 04:10:17 GMTPITTSBURGH, PA - AUGUST 09: C.J. Stroud #7 of the Houston Texans warms up before the preseason game against the Pittsburgh Steelers on August 9, 2024 at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Justin K. Aller/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Kyle Tucker returns to Astros after 3-month absence: 'He is overly excited']]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5750428/2024/09/06/astros-activate-kyle-tucker/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5750428/2024/09/06/astros-activate-kyle-tucker/Fri, 06 Sep 2024 19:53:42 GMTHouston Astros outfielder Kyle Tucker takes batting practice before a baseball game against the Chicago White Sox, Saturday, Aug. 17, 2024, in Houston. (AP Photo/Kevin M. Cox)<![CDATA[Young quarterback trading card values vs. on-field value entering the 2024 season]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5744467/2024/09/06/nfl-quarterback-card-values-burrow-stroud/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5744467/2024/09/06/nfl-quarterback-card-values-burrow-stroud/Fri, 06 Sep 2024 15:45:34 GMTCINCINNATI, OH - AUGUST 01: Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (9) passes the ball during the Cincinnati Bengals training camp at Kettering Health Practice Fields on August 1, 2024 in Cincinnati, Ohio. (Photo by Ian Johnson/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)<![CDATA[AL playoff contenders' biggest concern and key X-factor to watch down the stretch]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5749630/2024/09/06/mlb-playoffs-al-contenders-concerns-x-factors/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5749630/2024/09/06/mlb-playoffs-al-contenders-concerns-x-factors/Fri, 06 Sep 2024 14:36:07 GMT<![CDATA[Alex Bregman's extension chances, Justin Verlander's struggles and more: Astros mailbag]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5748645/2024/09/06/astros-alex-bregman-extension-justin-verlander-postseason-rotation/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5748645/2024/09/06/astros-alex-bregman-extension-justin-verlander-postseason-rotation/Fri, 06 Sep 2024 10:15:59 GMTHOUSTON, TX - AUGUST 21: Alex Bregman #2 of the Houston Astros celebrates reacts in the dugout after hitting a solo home run in the first inning during the game between the Boston Red Sox and the Houston Astros at Minute Maid Park on Wednesday, August 21, 2024 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Logan Riely/MLB Photos via Getty Images)<![CDATA[From grand slams to stretch outs: Looking at each MLB team's best and worst stat]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5748498/2024/09/06/mlb-superlatives-teams-best-worst/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5748498/2024/09/06/mlb-superlatives-teams-best-worst/Fri, 06 Sep 2024 09:05:06 GMTNEW YORK, NEW YORK - AUGUST 21: Jesse Winker #3 of the New York Mets reacts after hitting a walk off homerun in the bottom of the ninth inning to defeat the Baltimore Orioles 4-3 at Citi Field on August 21, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by Christopher Pasatieri/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Top 50 MLB prospects: Two Tigers lead off while Bazzana cracks Top 5 of Bowden's rankings]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5742542/2024/09/05/top-50-mlb-prospects-jobe-bazzana-mayer/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5742542/2024/09/05/top-50-mlb-prospects-jobe-bazzana-mayer/Thu, 05 Sep 2024 15:27:53 GMT<![CDATA[Giants' Matt Chapman extension is the first strike of the Scott Boras revenge tour]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5747565/2024/09/05/matt-chapman-giants-extension-scott-boras/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5747565/2024/09/05/matt-chapman-giants-extension-scott-boras/Thu, 05 Sep 2024 15:18:31 GMTNew San Francisco Giants infielder Matt Chapman, left, talks with his agent Scott Boras after Chapman&#039;s baseball press conference announcing his signing Monday, March 4, 2024, in Scottsdale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)<![CDATA[NFL picks against the spread, Week 1: Why we're high on Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5742618/2024/09/05/nfl-week-1-picks-predictions-betting/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5742618/2024/09/05/nfl-week-1-picks-predictions-betting/Thu, 05 Sep 2024 10:00:24 GMT<![CDATA[A Lions-Chiefs Super Bowl? Mahomes reclaiming MVP? The Athletic staff's NFL predictions for 2024]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5744017/2024/09/05/nfl-predictions-super-bowl-awards-staff-poll/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5744017/2024/09/05/nfl-predictions-super-bowl-awards-staff-poll/Thu, 05 Sep 2024 09:00:55 GMT<![CDATA[Greenberg and Jackson: Riding with Deion Sanders' team, 3-point favorites plus NFL futures picks]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5745626/2024/09/04/greenberg-and-jackson-nfl-futures-colorado-survivor/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5745626/2024/09/04/greenberg-and-jackson-nfl-futures-colorado-survivor/Wed, 04 Sep 2024 22:39:04 GMTGREEN BAY, WISCONSIN - AUGUST 24: Jordan Love #10 of the Green Bay Packers warms up before a preseason game against the Baltimore Ravens at Lambeau Field on August 24, 2024 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. (Photo by Patrick McDermott/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Texans extend backup QB Davis Mills through 2025: Sources]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5743993/2024/09/04/davis-mills-texans-contract/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5743993/2024/09/04/davis-mills-texans-contract/Wed, 04 Sep 2024 12:42:33 GMTAug 1, 2024; Canton, Ohio, USA; Houston Texans quarterback Davis Mills (10) throws the ball during the first quarter against the Chicago Bears at Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Galvin-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[Letter to our readers: Your NFL fandom never ends, and our coverage won't either]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5739713/2024/09/04/nfl-seaason-team-coverage-news/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5739713/2024/09/04/nfl-seaason-team-coverage-news/Wed, 04 Sep 2024 10:00:58 GMT<![CDATA[NFL execs rank AFC teams: Who threatens the Chiefs? How high can the Texans climb?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5741509/2024/09/04/afc-rankings-chiefs-ravens-texans-nfl-executives/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5741509/2024/09/04/afc-rankings-chiefs-ravens-texans-nfl-executives/Wed, 04 Sep 2024 10:00:16 GMT<![CDATA[The starters who changed teams at the deadline — and altered the way they pitch]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5742548/2024/09/04/mlb-trade-deadline-starters-pitch-mechanics/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5742548/2024/09/04/mlb-trade-deadline-starters-pitch-mechanics/Wed, 04 Sep 2024 09:15:35 GMTHOUSTON, TEXAS - AUGUST 31: Yusei Kikuchi #16 of the Houston Astros celebrates after striking out Salvador Perez #13 of the Kansas City Royals in the sixth inning at Minute Maid Park on August 31, 2024 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Kevin M. Cox/Getty Images)<![CDATA[NFL Hope-O-Meter results: Ranking how optimistic fans are for all 32 teams]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5740842/2024/09/04/nfl-fans-predictions-rankings-hope/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5740842/2024/09/04/nfl-fans-predictions-rankings-hope/Wed, 04 Sep 2024 09:01:09 GMT<![CDATA[NFL decision-makers' predictions for 2024: Caleb Williams delivers, Cowboys struggle, more]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5741613/2024/09/04/nfl-predictions-2024-awards-poll/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5741613/2024/09/04/nfl-predictions-2024-awards-poll/Wed, 04 Sep 2024 09:00:52 GMT<![CDATA[Submit your Astros questions for Chandler Rome’s mailbag]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5740446/2024/09/03/astros-chandler-rome-mailbag-questions/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5740446/2024/09/03/astros-chandler-rome-mailbag-questions/Tue, 03 Sep 2024 10:05:30 GMT<![CDATA[The Athletic's NFL QB stock report, Week 1: It's Patrick Mahomes, then everyone else]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5729713/2024/09/03/nfl-qb-stock-report-rankings-patrick-mahomes/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5729713/2024/09/03/nfl-qb-stock-report-rankings-patrick-mahomes/Tue, 03 Sep 2024 10:00:35 GMT<![CDATA[Every NFL team's biggest concern as 2024 season begins: O-line play, health, rookie QB]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5732635/2024/09/03/nfl-team-concerns-2024-season/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5732635/2024/09/03/nfl-team-concerns-2024-season/Tue, 03 Sep 2024 10:00:26 GMT<![CDATA[MLB Power Rankings: Tigers, Cubs on the up and up; September priorities for each team]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5739613/2024/09/03/mlb-power-rankings-cubs-tigers/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5739613/2024/09/03/mlb-power-rankings-cubs-tigers/Tue, 03 Sep 2024 09:00:53 GMT<![CDATA[NFL Week 1 Power Rankings: Who can challenge the Chiefs for the throne?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5735817/2024/09/03/nfl-week-1-power-rankings-chiefs/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5735817/2024/09/03/nfl-week-1-power-rankings-chiefs/Tue, 03 Sep 2024 09:00:35 GMT<![CDATA[Astros outfielder Kyle Tucker suffered fractured shin in June, could return this week]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5739981/2024/09/02/astros-kyle-tucker-fractured-shin/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5739981/2024/09/02/astros-kyle-tucker-fractured-shin/Mon, 02 Sep 2024 18:15:22 GMTHOUSTON, TEXAS - MAY 01: Kyle Tucker #30 of the Houston Astros flips his bat after hitting a solo home run in the seventh inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Minute Maid Park on May 01, 2024 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Logan Riely/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Intel on all 32 NFL teams, Russ skepticism, Davante Adams trade talk and more]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5727310/2024/09/02/nfl-teams-rumors-russell-wilson-skepticism-davante-adams-trades/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5727310/2024/09/02/nfl-teams-rumors-russell-wilson-skepticism-davante-adams-trades/Mon, 02 Sep 2024 09:00:50 GMT<![CDATA[Astros takeaways: Yusei Kikuchi's dominance, getting Ben Gamel and Chas McCormick's future]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5738584/2024/09/01/astros-yusei-kikuchi-ben-gamel-chas-mccormick/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5738584/2024/09/01/astros-yusei-kikuchi-ben-gamel-chas-mccormick/Sun, 01 Sep 2024 22:22:41 GMTHOUSTON, TEXAS - AUGUST 31: Yusei Kikuchi #16 of the Houston Astros celebrates after striking out Salvador Perez #13 of the Kansas City Royals in the sixth inning at Minute Maid Park on August 31, 2024 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Kevin M. Cox/Getty Images)<![CDATA[24 intriguing players for the 2024 NFL season, including Marvin Harrison Jr. and many QBs]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5715420/2024/09/01/nfl-intriguing-players-2024-rodgers-mahomes-stroud/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5715420/2024/09/01/nfl-intriguing-players-2024-rodgers-mahomes-stroud/Sun, 01 Sep 2024 10:05:21 GMT<![CDATA[NRG Stadium guide: What to know about the Houston Texans' home field]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5718760/2024/09/01/houston-texans-stadium-guide-nrg/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5718760/2024/09/01/houston-texans-stadium-guide-nrg/Sun, 01 Sep 2024 10:00:13 GMT<![CDATA[Astros flirt with yet another no-hitter, happily take walk-off win instead]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5735549/2024/08/31/astros-framber-valdez-near-no-hitter/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5735549/2024/08/31/astros-framber-valdez-near-no-hitter/Sat, 31 Aug 2024 05:17:49 GMTHOUSTON, TEXAS - AUGUST 30: Framber Valdez #59 of the Houston Astros reacts after throwing seven no hit innings against the Kansas City Royals after the seventh inning at Minute Maid Park on August 30, 2024 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Jack Gorman/Getty Images)<![CDATA[2024 NFL win total projections for all 32 teams: Experts react to our model]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5732411/2024/08/30/nfl-2024-win-totals-projections-analysis/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5732411/2024/08/30/nfl-2024-win-totals-projections-analysis/Fri, 30 Aug 2024 09:00:08 GMT<![CDATA[CJ Stroud leads NFL players with the most PSA graded trading cards this year by a mile]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5729170/2024/08/29/psa-fantasy-team-stroud/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5729170/2024/08/29/psa-fantasy-team-stroud/Thu, 29 Aug 2024 11:59:06 GMTBALTIMORE, MARYLAND - JANUARY 20: Quarterback C.J. Stroud #7 of the Houston Texans warms up before the start of the Texans and Baltimore Ravens AFC Divisional Playoff game at M&amp;amp;T Bank Stadium on January 20, 2024 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Ranking 2024 NFL schedules by opposing QBs: Patriots, Raiders face toughest roads]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5726864/2024/08/29/nfl-2024-qb-strength-of-schedule-rankings/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5726864/2024/08/29/nfl-2024-qb-strength-of-schedule-rankings/Thu, 29 Aug 2024 10:00:24 GMT<![CDATA[NFL agents dish on best (and worst) franchise, Mahomes' value and Dak's next deal]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5629974/2024/08/29/nfl-agent-survey-best-worst-franchises-patrick-mahomes-dak-prescott/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5629974/2024/08/29/nfl-agent-survey-best-worst-franchises-patrick-mahomes-dak-prescott/Thu, 29 Aug 2024 09:30:16 GMT<![CDATA[Eno Sarris' starting pitcher rankings for the final month of the season]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5712299/2024/08/29/eno-sarris-mlb-starting-pitcher-rankings-september/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5712299/2024/08/29/eno-sarris-mlb-starting-pitcher-rankings-september/Thu, 29 Aug 2024 09:00:47 GMT<![CDATA[Jose Altuve's home-plate steal provides spark for Astros club that needed one]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5730547/2024/08/28/jose-altuve-provides-astros-with-spark/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5730547/2024/08/28/jose-altuve-provides-astros-with-spark/Thu, 29 Aug 2024 01:16:45 GMTAug 28, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Houston Astros infielder Jose Altuve (27) slides past Philadelphia Phillies catcher Garrett Stubbs (21) to score in the first inning at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[Super Bowl 2025 odds, expert picks: Chiefs, 49ers still lead the pack but Ravens look appealing]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5724608/2024/08/28/super-bowl-2025-odds-picks-chiefs-49ers-ravens/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5724608/2024/08/28/super-bowl-2025-odds-picks-chiefs-49ers-ravens/Wed, 28 Aug 2024 09:00:30 GMTJACKSONVILLE, FL - AUGUST 10: Patrick Mahomes #15 of the Kansas City Chiefs warms up prior to an NFL preseason football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at EverBank Stadium on August 10, 2024 in Jacksonville, Florida. (Photo by Kevin Sabitus/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Kadarius Toney, Desmond Ridder and the most surprising cut from every NFL team]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5727169/2024/08/28/nfl-roster-cuts-most-surprising-tim-patrick-kadarius-toney/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5727169/2024/08/28/nfl-roster-cuts-most-surprising-tim-patrick-kadarius-toney/Wed, 28 Aug 2024 09:00:06 GMT<![CDATA[Astros close to signing Jason Heyward, pending physical: Sources]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5727027/2024/08/27/jason-heyward-astros-signing/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5727027/2024/08/27/jason-heyward-astros-signing/Tue, 27 Aug 2024 19:36:02 GMTMIAMI, FLORIDA - SEPTEMBER 06: Jason Heyward #23 of the Los Angeles Dodgers celebrates with teammates in he dugout after hitting a home run against the Miami Marlins during the fourth inning at loanDepot park on September 06, 2023 in Miami, Florida. (Photo by Megan Briggs/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Astros' Chas McCormick confronts a crossroads at the site of his career apex]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5725417/2024/08/27/astros-chas-mccormick-philadelphia/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5725417/2024/08/27/astros-chas-mccormick-philadelphia/Tue, 27 Aug 2024 10:06:21 GMTHouston Astros&#039; Chas McCormick reacts after striking out during the eighth inning of a baseball game against the Chicago White Sox, Saturday, Aug. 17, 2024, in Houston. (AP Photo/Kevin M. Cox)<![CDATA[Ten things I learned in the NFL preseason: Malik Nabers' impact, Eagles upgrades and more]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5720456/2024/08/27/preseason-10-things-learned-nguyen/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5720456/2024/08/27/preseason-10-things-learned-nguyen/Tue, 27 Aug 2024 09:00:37 GMTEAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - AUGUST 08: Malik Nabers #9 of the New York Giants runs a route during an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions at MetLife Stadium on August 8, 2024 in East Rutherford, NJ. (Photo by Perry Knotts/Getty Images)<![CDATA[MLB Power Rankings: Diamondbacks strike, Rangers struggle; each team's Big August Move]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5723357/2024/08/27/mlb-power-rankings-rangers-diamondbacks/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5723357/2024/08/27/mlb-power-rankings-rangers-diamondbacks/Tue, 27 Aug 2024 09:00:29 GMT<![CDATA[NBA salary-cap outlook: An early glance at the 2025 offseason landscape]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5714488/2024/08/27/nba-salary-cap-preseason-outlook-free-agents-extensions/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5714488/2024/08/27/nba-salary-cap-preseason-outlook-free-agents-extensions/Tue, 27 Aug 2024 09:00:07 GMT<![CDATA[We know more about quarterbacks' arms than ever. Can NFL teams take advantage?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5723389/2024/08/27/nfl-quarterbacks-biomechanics-accuracy/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5723389/2024/08/27/nfl-quarterbacks-biomechanics-accuracy/Tue, 27 Aug 2024 09:00:02 GMT<![CDATA[Astros takeaways: An early free-agent target, another pitcher setback and Kyle Tucker's status]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5723124/2024/08/26/astros-free-agent-target-kyle-tucker-timeline/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5723124/2024/08/26/astros-free-agent-target-kyle-tucker-timeline/Mon, 26 Aug 2024 10:09:25 GMTAug 16, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros right fielder Kyle Tucker (30) works out prior to the game against the Chicago White Sox at Minute Maid Park. Mandatory Credit: Erik Williams-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[NFL Quarterback Tiers 2024: Only 2 join Mahomes in Tier 1; Rodgers, Herbert drop out]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5715508/2024/08/26/nfl-qb-rankings-2024-patrick-mahomes/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5715508/2024/08/26/nfl-qb-rankings-2024-patrick-mahomes/Mon, 26 Aug 2024 10:00:38 GMT<![CDATA[A burning fantasy football question for every NFL team: Is Bijan Robinson the top pick?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5712584/2024/08/26/nfl-fantasy-football-2024-important-questions/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5712584/2024/08/26/nfl-fantasy-football-2024-important-questions/Mon, 26 Aug 2024 09:59:03 GMT<![CDATA[One-run loss accentuates Astros' frustrating in-season carousel at first base]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5721540/2024/08/24/astros-one-run-loss-orioles-first-base/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5721540/2024/08/24/astros-one-run-loss-orioles-first-base/Sun, 25 Aug 2024 01:26:40 GMTBALTIMORE, MD - AUGUST 24: Houston Astros first base Jon Singleton (28) goes high off first base to field a wild throw as Baltimore Orioles outfielder Austin Slater (15) is safe for a single during a MLB game between the Baltimore Orioles and the Houston Astros, on August 24, 2024, at Orioles Park at Camden Yards, in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Tony Quinn/SipaUSA)(Sipa via AP Images)<![CDATA[After fan asks, 'If you hit a home run, can I have your bat?' Astros superstar Jose Altuve delivers]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5720215/2024/08/23/jose-altuve-bat-fan-astros/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5720215/2024/08/23/jose-altuve-bat-fan-astros/Sat, 24 Aug 2024 01:38:36 GMTAug 23, 2024; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Houston Astros second baseman Jose Altuve (27) shakes Chris Disalvo jr, age 11, hand after giving him the bat he used to hit a two run home run against the Baltimore Orioles in the third inning a at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[With September on the horizon, is the 2024 MLB postseason race already over?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5717397/2024/08/23/major-league-baseball-2024-playoff-odds/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5717397/2024/08/23/major-league-baseball-2024-playoff-odds/Fri, 23 Aug 2024 09:00:41 GMTSAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 18: A view of the MLB 2022 Postseason logo prior to game one of the National League Championship Series at PETCO Park on October 18, 2022 in San Diego, California. (Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images)<![CDATA[NFL Hope-O-Meter: How optimistic are you about your team in 2024?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5713007/2024/08/23/nfl-hope-o-meter-team-optimism-2024/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5713007/2024/08/23/nfl-hope-o-meter-team-optimism-2024/Fri, 23 Aug 2024 09:00:14 GMTBALTIMORE, MARYLAND - JANUARY 28: A general view of fans during the first quarter in the AFC Championship Game between the Baltimore Ravens and the Kansas City Chiefs at M&amp;amp;T Bank Stadium on January 28, 2024 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Houston Astros, baseball's most bizarre juggernaut, need 'all hands on deck' to keep lead]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5718414/2024/08/23/astros-win-orioles-ben-gamel/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5718414/2024/08/23/astros-win-orioles-ben-gamel/Fri, 23 Aug 2024 04:23:00 GMTBALTIMORE, MARYLAND - AUGUST 22: Ben Gamel #12 of the Houston Astros drives in a run with a single in the fourth inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on August 22, 2024 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Greg Fiume/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Astros in agreement with reliever Héctor Neris: Sources]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5717299/2024/08/22/astros-sign-hector-neris/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5717299/2024/08/22/astros-sign-hector-neris/Thu, 22 Aug 2024 18:19:54 GMTHOUSTON, TEXAS - OCTOBER 22: Hector Neris #50 of the Houston Astros celebrates after tagging out Corey Seager #5 of the Texas Rangers to close out the top of the seventh inning in Game Six of the American League Championship Series at Minute Maid Park on October 22, 2023 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Wemby's trajectory with Spurs, Zach Edey's impact on Grizzles and Southwest division rankings]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5712613/2024/08/22/spurs-wembanyama-rockets-grizzlies-mailbag/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5712613/2024/08/22/spurs-wembanyama-rockets-grizzlies-mailbag/Thu, 22 Aug 2024 10:05:53 GMTPARIS, FRANCE - AUGUST 10: Victor Wembanyama #32 of Team France reacts during the Men&#039;s Gold Medal game between Team France and Team United States on day fifteen of the Olympic Games Paris 2024 at Bercy Arena on August 10, 2024 in Paris, France. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Alex Bregman’s elbow injury could limit his availability at 3B for Astros in last quarter of season]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5715433/2024/08/21/houston-astros-alex-bregman-third-base/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5715433/2024/08/21/houston-astros-alex-bregman-third-base/Wed, 21 Aug 2024 22:14:32 GMTCHICAGO, ILLINOIS - APRIL 24: Alex Bregman #2 of the Houston Astros reacts against the Chicago Cubs during the seventh inning at Wrigley Field on April 24, 2024 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Submit questions for 'The Athletic NBA Show' podcast mailbag]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5715057/2024/08/21/submit-questions-for-the-athletic-nba-show-podcast-mailbag/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5715057/2024/08/21/submit-questions-for-the-athletic-nba-show-podcast-mailbag/Wed, 21 Aug 2024 19:44:02 GMT<![CDATA[The NBA offseason's most underrated moves, from Klay Thompson to Tyus Jones and more]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5711191/2024/08/21/nba-underrated-trades-signings-klay-thompson-tyus-jones/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5711191/2024/08/21/nba-underrated-trades-signings-klay-thompson-tyus-jones/Wed, 21 Aug 2024 10:00:16 GMT<![CDATA[The 2024 NBA 40 under 40 list: Top young coaches, executives, managers and influencers]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5399937/2024/08/21/nba-40-under-40-top-coaches-executives-directors/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5399937/2024/08/21/nba-40-under-40-top-coaches-executives-directors/Wed, 21 Aug 2024 09:00:05 GMT<![CDATA[As Astros search for outfield stability, former prospect Wilyer Abreu flourishes in Boston]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5713389/2024/08/20/astros-outfield-problems-wilyer-abreu/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5713389/2024/08/20/astros-outfield-problems-wilyer-abreu/Wed, 21 Aug 2024 01:46:22 GMTAug 4, 2024; Arlington, Texas, USA; Boston Red Sox right fielder Wilyer Abreu (52) hits a home run during the fourth inning against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[MLB Power Rankings: Dodgers, Rays rebound; Checking in on sneaky-good seasons]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5705412/2024/08/20/mlb-power-rankings-dodgers-rays-2/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5705412/2024/08/20/mlb-power-rankings-dodgers-rays-2/Tue, 20 Aug 2024 09:00:57 GMT<![CDATA[The legend of Justin Verlander at Old Dominion: Vanity plates, house parties and high heat]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5567315/2024/08/20/astros-justin-verlander-college-baseball-old-dominion/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5567315/2024/08/20/astros-justin-verlander-college-baseball-old-dominion/Tue, 20 Aug 2024 09:00:21 GMT<![CDATA[Three Astros takeaways: A minor-league catcher's view of Justin Verlander and more]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5708586/2024/08/19/astros-justin-verlander-yusei-kikuchi/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5708586/2024/08/19/astros-justin-verlander-yusei-kikuchi/Mon, 19 Aug 2024 10:30:05 GMTAug 16, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros starting pitcher Justin Verlander (35) prior to the game against the Chicago White Sox at Minute Maid Park. Mandatory Credit: Erik Williams-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[NFL Projection Model, AFC win totals: Can anyone dethrone the Chiefs?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5701265/2024/08/19/nfl-projection-model-afc-win-totals-chiefs/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5701265/2024/08/19/nfl-projection-model-afc-win-totals-chiefs/Mon, 19 Aug 2024 09:00:09 GMTJACKSONVILLE, FL - AUGUST 10: Patrick Mahomes #15 of the Kansas City Chiefs stands on the sidelines during the national anthem prior to an NFL preseason football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at EverBank Stadium on August 10, 2024 in Jacksonville, Florida. (Photo by Kevin Sabitus/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Giants QB Daniel Jones shaking off rust or was disaster vs. Texans a sign of what's to come?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5707011/2024/08/17/new-york-giants-daniel-jones-interceptions-texans/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5707011/2024/08/17/new-york-giants-daniel-jones-interceptions-texans/Sat, 17 Aug 2024 23:49:53 GMTHOUSTON, TEXAS - AUGUST 17: Daniel Jones #8 of the New York Giants looks to pass under pressure by Derek Barnett #95 of the Houston Texans in the first quarter during the preseason game at NRG Stadium on August 17, 2024 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Tim Warner/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Ryan Pressly hits injured list during Astros' toughest stretch of the season]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5706940/2024/08/17/astros-ryan-pressly-injured-list/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5706940/2024/08/17/astros-ryan-pressly-injured-list/Sat, 17 Aug 2024 22:01:51 GMTHOUSTON, TEXAS - AUGUST 2: Ryan Pressly #55 of the Houston Astros reacts after inducing an inning ending ground out against the Tampa Bay Rays during the eighth inning at Minute Maid Park on August 2, 2024 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Jack Gorman/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Astros' Alex Bregman has swelling in right elbow, likely won't play this weekend]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5705757/2024/08/16/astros-alex-bregman-elbow/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5705757/2024/08/16/astros-alex-bregman-elbow/Fri, 16 Aug 2024 21:00:08 GMTST PETERSBURG, FLORIDA - AUGUST 13: Alex Bregman #2 of the Houston Astros celebrates with Yordan Alvarez #44 after hitting a home run in the fifth inning against the Tampa Bay Rays at Tropicana Field on August 13, 2024 in St Petersburg, Florida. (Photo by Julio Aguilar/Getty Images)<![CDATA[NBA 2024-25 schedule release: 35 games I'm looking forward to this season]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5698359/2024/08/15/nba-2024-2025-schedule-release-best-games/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5698359/2024/08/15/nba-2024-2025-schedule-release-best-games/Thu, 15 Aug 2024 21:11:48 GMTMINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - MAY 22: Anthony Edwards #5 of the Minnesota Timberwolves defends against Luka Doncic #77 of the Dallas Mavericks during the second quarter in Game One of the Western Conference Finals at Target Center on May 22, 2024 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Stephen Maturen/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Astros finish road trip on 8-game winning streak with sweep of Rays]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5702173/2024/08/15/astros-winning-streak-sweep-rays/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5702173/2024/08/15/astros-winning-streak-sweep-rays/Thu, 15 Aug 2024 05:02:22 GMTST PETERSBURG, FLORIDA - AUGUST 14: Josh Hader #71 and Victor Caratini #17 of the Houston Astros celebrate after defeating the Tampa Bay Rays by a score of 2-1 at Tropicana Field on August 14, 2024 in St Petersburg, Florida. (Photo by Douglas P. DeFelice/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Who are the NFL’s top players 25 and under? How execs, coaches rank Stroud, Jefferson and others]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5687267/2024/08/14/top-nfl-players-25-and-under-2024/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5687267/2024/08/14/top-nfl-players-25-and-under-2024/Wed, 14 Aug 2024 10:00:36 GMT<![CDATA[NBA’s best 2024 offseason moves by team: From Warriors to Jazz, Nos. 20-11]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5639294/2024/08/14/nba-offseason-rankings-2024-warriors-timberwolves-bucks-bulls/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5639294/2024/08/14/nba-offseason-rankings-2024-warriors-timberwolves-bucks-bulls/Wed, 14 Aug 2024 10:00:08 GMT<![CDATA[What we learned from the Olympics: LeBron and Steph have juice, Jamal Murray may not and more]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5698696/2024/08/14/lebron-james-steph-curry-nba-jamal-murray-olympics/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5698696/2024/08/14/lebron-james-steph-curry-nba-jamal-murray-olympics/Wed, 14 Aug 2024 09:00:17 GMT<![CDATA[After a year of few chances, Astros' Yainer Diaz is thriving as Yordan Alvarez's protector]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5699927/2024/08/13/astros-yainer-diaz-success-behind-yordan-alvarez/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5699927/2024/08/13/astros-yainer-diaz-success-behind-yordan-alvarez/Wed, 14 Aug 2024 03:37:32 GMTAug 12, 2024; St. Petersburg, Florida, USA; Houston Astros catcher Yainer Diaz (21) celebrates with designated hitter Yordan Alvarez (44) after hitting a three run home run against the Tampa Bay Rays in the third inning at Tropicana Field. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[Yordan Alvarez jokes about breaking Rays' jumbotron with batting practice homer: 'Not paying that bill']]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5699480/2024/08/13/yordan-alvarez-rays-jumbotron-home-run/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5699480/2024/08/13/yordan-alvarez-rays-jumbotron-home-run/Tue, 13 Aug 2024 23:33:49 GMTARLINGTON, TEXAS - AUGUST 06: Yordan Alvarez #44 of the Houston Astros hits a two-run home run against the Texas Rangers in the ninth inning at Globe Life Field on August 06, 2024 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Tim Heitman/Getty Images)<![CDATA[NFL second-year breakout candidates: Will Levis and other 2023 draft picks ready to impress]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5678753/2024/08/13/nfl-2023-draft-will-levis-jayden-reed/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5678753/2024/08/13/nfl-2023-draft-will-levis-jayden-reed/Tue, 13 Aug 2024 09:00:32 GMT<![CDATA[MLB Power Rankings: Dodgers, Astros regain footing; Who we want to see at the 2028 Olympics]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5691670/2024/08/13/mlb-power-rankings-dodgers-astros-olympics/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5691670/2024/08/13/mlb-power-rankings-dodgers-astros-olympics/Tue, 13 Aug 2024 09:00:15 GMT<![CDATA[Rangers' potential waiver dumps, Alex Bregman vs. Matt Chapman and more MLB notes]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5697362/2024/08/13/mlb-notes-rangers-waivers-matt-chapman-alex-bregman/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5697362/2024/08/13/mlb-notes-rangers-waivers-matt-chapman-alex-bregman/Tue, 13 Aug 2024 09:00:08 GMTARLINGTON, TX - AUGUST 5: José Leclerc #25 of the Texas Rangers pitches against the Houston Astros during the seventh inning at Globe Life Field on August 5, 2024 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Ron Jenkins/Getty Images)<![CDATA[As Astros' outfield dilemma continues, Zach Dezenzo enters the picture]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5697209/2024/08/12/astros-zach-dezenzo-outfield/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5697209/2024/08/12/astros-zach-dezenzo-outfield/Tue, 13 Aug 2024 01:11:48 GMTBOSTON, MA - AUGUST 10: Zach Dezenzo #9 of the Houston Astros points skyward as he rounds the bases after his first career home run during the eighth inning against the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park on August 10, 2024 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo By Winslow Townson/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Submit a question for Kelly Iko’s Southwest Division mailbag: Summer edition]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5696821/2024/08/12/submit-a-question-for-kelly-ikos-southwest-division-mailbag-summer-edition/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5696821/2024/08/12/submit-a-question-for-kelly-ikos-southwest-division-mailbag-summer-edition/Mon, 12 Aug 2024 22:34:18 GMT<![CDATA[Astros takeaways: Everyday LF Yordan Alvarez, regression from Ronel Blanco and more]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5694861/2024/08/12/astros-yordan-alvarez-left-fielder-ronel-blanco-regression/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5694861/2024/08/12/astros-yordan-alvarez-left-fielder-ronel-blanco-regression/Mon, 12 Aug 2024 10:00:03 GMTAug 7, 2024; Arlington, Texas, USA; Houston Astros left fielder Yordan Alvarez (44) fields a ball hit by Texas Rangers third baseman Josh Jung (not pictured) during the second inning at Globe Life Field. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[The top 50 potential MLB free agents: Juan Soto, Corbin Burnes to lead strong class]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5691909/2024/08/12/mlb-free-agents-2024-2025-offseason-juan-soto/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5691909/2024/08/12/mlb-free-agents-2024-2025-offseason-juan-soto/Mon, 12 Aug 2024 09:01:08 GMT<![CDATA[Astros' Yordan Alvarez homers twice as Red Sox lose: 'Very similar to David Ortiz']]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5693419/2024/08/10/astros-yordan-alvarez-david-ortiz/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5693419/2024/08/10/astros-yordan-alvarez-david-ortiz/Sun, 11 Aug 2024 01:03:17 GMTBOSTON, MA - AUGUST 10: Yordan Alvarez #44 of the Houston Astros connects on a home run against the Boston Red Sox during the first inning at Fenway Park on August 10, 2024 in Boston, Massachusetts. 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