Houston Astros

08/21/2007 -- The Washington Nationals today acquired first baseman/outfielder Chris Carter from the Arizona Diamondbacks in exchange for right-handed pitcher Emiliano Fruto. The Washington Nationals then immediately traded Chris Carter to the Boston Red Sox as the player to be named to complete the August 17 trade in which Washington acquired outfielder Wily Mo Pena and cash considerations from Boston Red Sox. Washington Nationals Vice President and General Manager Jim Bowden made the announcements.    » read more »

Jason Jennings placed on 15-day DL with torn flexor tendon

08/21/2007, HOUSTON, TX -- The Houston Astros announced today that the club has activated OF Hunter Pence from the 15-day Disabled List. The club also placed RHP Jason Jennings on the 15-day Disabled List with a torn flexor tendon in his right elbow. The announcement was made by General Manager Tim Purpura.    » read more »

More than 100 kids expected for festivities, including game on field

08/20/2007 -- Craig and Patty Biggio will be hosting the 16th Annual Sunshine Kids Party on the field at Minute Maid Park this Wednesday (August 22). The Sunshine Kids will take their swings against Craig Biggio's pitching and run the bases before enjoying lunch and goodies in the Diamond Club.    » read more »

08/15/2007 -- Prince Fielder of the Milwaukee Brewers has been suspended for three games and fined an undisclosed amount for his inappropriate and aggressive conduct during the top of the eighth inning of his Club's game against the Houston Astros at Minute Maid Park on Sunday, Aug. 12. Bob Watson, Vice President of On-Field Operations for Major League Baseball, made the announcement.    » read more »

08/14/2007 6:12 PM ET

Sept. 30 game sold out, limited tickets available Sept. 28-29

HOUSTON -- The Houston Astros will host Craig Biggio Tribute Weekend Sept. 28-30 to honor the longtime Astro for his 20-year career with the organization. Craig Biggio announced on July 24 that he will retire at the conclusion of the 2007 season after a career in which he became the 27th player all-time to reach the 3,000-hit plateau.    » read more »

Colorado Rockies and Houston Astros visit PETCO Park for San Diego Padres six-game homestand

08/13/2007, SAN DIEGO -- Beginning Tuesday, August 14, the San Diego Padres will host a six-game homestand, playing three games against the Colorado Rockies, followed by three games versus the Houston Astros.

Tickets remain for each game, although only approximately 2,000 tickets are available for Saturday's 7:05 p.m. game versus Houston.    » read more »

12 August 2007 (By VOA Sports) -- New York Yankees slugger Alex Rodriguez hit a pair of two-run home runs Saturday to lead the New York Yankees to an 11-2 win over the Cleveland Indians in a Major League Baseball matchup.

Rodriguez leads the majors with 39 homers.

Pitcher Mike Mussina earned his 100th win as a Yankee, becoming only the ninth pitcher in the majors to win at least 100 games for two teams. He had 147 wins with the Baltimore Orioles, before coming to New York.    » read more »

17 players honored for monthly achievements

MLB Urban Youth Academy product, 43rd-round pick to join Greeneville club

08/10/2007, HOUSTON -- The Houston Astros announced today that the club has agreed to terms with outfielder Marques Williams, their 43rd-round selection in the 2007 Major League Baseball First-Year Player Draft held from June 7-8. The announcement was made by Astros Senior Director of Player Personnel and Scouting Paul Ricciarini.    » read more »

10th Annual Viva Los Dodgers and the Los Angeles Dodger Lunch Box headline promotional calendar

08/10/2007, LOS ANGELES -- The Los Angeles Dodgers return home to host the Houston Astros (August 13-16) and Colorado Rockies (August 17-19) in a 7-game homestand. The 10th Annual Viva Los Dodgers, presented by Coca-Cola and Toyota, and the Lunch Box, presented by Cacique, are among the promotional highlights.

HOMESTAND HIGHLIGHTS:
MONDAY, August 13 vs. Astros - 7:10 p.m.:    » read more »

Chicago Cubs option left-handed pitcher Will Ohman to Triple-A Iowa

08/07/2007, HOUSTON -- The Chicago Cubs today recalled right-handed pitcher Sean Gallagher from Triple-A Iowa. In a corresponding roster move, left-handed pitcher Will Ohman was optioned to Iowa.

Sean Gallagher will wear No. 36 and is available for tonight's game in Houston at 7:05 p.m. CT.    » read more »

Lance Berkman testimony to be followed by Jeremy Camp concert

- Chicago Cubs select infielder Eric Patterson from Iowa
- Cubs designate infielder Brian Dopirak for assignment
- Chicago Cubs place pitcher Wade Miller on waivers for his unconditional release

Chris Sampson placed on 15-day DL

08/03/2007, HOUSTON -- The Houston Astros announced today that the club has purchased the contract of left-handed pitcher Stephen Randolph from Triple A Round Rock. To make room for Randolph on the 25-man roster, the club has placed right-handed pitcher Chris Sampson on the 15-day Disabled List with a right ulnar collateral ligament sprain. The announcement was made by General Manager Tim Purpura.    » read more »

Houston Astros to host Chicago Cubs and Milwaukee Brewers

08/02/2007, HOUSTON -- The Houston Astros return to Minute Maid Park Monday, August 6 after a six-game road trip to battle the Chicago Cubs (August 6-8) and the Milwaukee Brewers (August 10-12) in a six-game homestand.    » read more »