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Astros release Graves Wed Mar 25 18:53:29 2009 EST
Kissimmee, FL (Sports Network) - The Houston Astros released veteran reliever Danny Graves from his minor league contract on Wednesday. Graves, an 11-year veteran, posted a robust 6.43 earned-run average in seven relief appearances for the Astros this Spring and asked for his release. In 518 career games -- 30 starts -- the 35-year old recorded a 43-44 record with a 4.05 ERA and 182 saves, all of which came during his stint in Cincinnati (1997-2005). Graves also played for Cleveland (1996-97, 2
"Pudge" headed to Houston Fri Mar 20 12:22:40 2009 EST
Kissimmee, FL (Sports Network) - The Houston Astros officially welcomed 37- year-old backstop Ivan Rodriguez to the club on Friday, with a a one-year, $1.5 million contract plus incentives. "I'm glad that I'm back with a major league organization," Rodriguez said. "The Astros have a lot of good players. This is a good deal for me and good for the team. I'm looking forward to having a great year and helping this team to make the playoffs." The 14-time All-Star and 13-time Gold Glove winner batte
Astros' Boone to have heart surgery, will miss season Wed Mar 18 10:54:53 2009 EST
Kissimmee, FL (Sports Network) - Houston Astros infielder Aaron Boone announced on Wednesday that he will have surgery to correct a heart condition. Boone will undergo a procedure this week for a condition he has had since college that involves the aorta and aortic valve. The 36-year-old will not play this season and said he is unsure at this time if he will ever play baseball again, though he did say his condition is not an emergency situation. Boone signed a one-year deal with Houston after s
Report: "Pudge" headed to Houston Mon Mar 16 18:19:19 2009 EST
Kissimmee, FL (Sports Network) - The Houston Astros have reportedly signed 37-year-old backstop Ivan Rodriguez to a one-year, $1.5 million contract with an additional $1.5 million in incentive bonuses. According to a report on MLB.com on Monday, the free agent is expected to sign with the Astros pending a physical, which will take place following the World Baseball Classic. Rodriguez has shown signs of rejuvenation with Puerto Rico in the WBC, going 9-for-15 at the plate with two home runs in f
Astros C Hall to have shoulder surgery Sun Feb 22 11:17:31 2009 EST
Kissimmee, FL (Sports Network) - Houston Astros catcher Toby Hall has decided to undergo surgery to repair a torn labrum in his throwing shoulder. Hall met with members of Houston's medical staff and Astros general manager Ed Wade to discuss options after an MRI exam revealed the severity of the problem. "Toby and our medical staff were in complete agreement that the best way to get him healthy would be to surgically repair the shoulder, which would mean that he wouldn't be throwing for about f
Astros C Hall out with torn labrum Sat Feb 21 11:53:41 2009 EST
Kissimmee, FL (Sports Network) - Houston Astros catcher Toby Hall will miss at least a month after an MRI revealed a torn labrum in his right shoulder. Hall was expected to compete for the two catcher spots on the major league roster, but the injury serves a major setback for the 33-year-old. Last year with the White Sox, Hall played in 41 games as the backup for A.J. Pierzynski and hit .260 with two homers and seven runs batted in. Lifetime, with Tampa Bay, Los Angeles and the White Sox, Hall
Astros' Hampton cleared to resume workouts Tue Feb 17 12:22:43 2009 EST
Kissimmee, FL (Sports Network) - Houston Astros pitcher Mike Hampton was cleared to resume baseball activities after tests revealed his heartbeat had returned to normal. Hampton was diagnosed with a minor irregularity in his heartbeat during an EKG test as part of a routine physical on Saturday. Doctors said it is possible for the irregular rhythm to reoccur, but don't expect that happen. He will not require medication for his condition after an EKG test Monday came back negative. "It is not un
Astros' Hampton has irregular heartbeat Mon Feb 16 13:28:34 2009 EST
Kissimmee, FL (Sports Network) - Houston Astros pitcher Mike Hampton was diagnosed with a minor irregularity in his heartbeat and will return to Houston for a corrective procedure. Hampton's condition is not considered serious. It was discovered during an EKG test as part of a routine physical on Saturday. "Mike had an irregularity in his heartbeat rhythm," said Dr. Michael Link in a release by the club. "He's been sent to Houston to condense his evaluation and treatment so that he can return i
Astros ink trio to one-year contracts Thu Feb 12 17:02:32 2009 EST
Houston, TX (Sports Network) - The Houston Astros agreed to terms on one- year contracts with catcher J.R. Towles, pitcher Chris Sampson and infielder Drew Sutton on Thursday. The 25-year-old Towles, who will make $401,500 in 2009, hit .137 with five doubles, four home runs and 16 runs batted in over 54 games during three separate stints with Houston in 2008. Sampson will earn $449,000 for the upcoming season after posting a 6-4 record and a 4.22 earned run average in 54 appearances, including
Tejada pleads guilty to lying to Congress Wed Feb 11 12:43:40 2009 EST
Washington, DC (Sports Network) - Houston Astros shortstop Miguel Tejada has pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor charge of lying to congressional investigators about his knowledge of the use of performance-enhancing drugs in baseball. Tejada could face a maximum sentence of a year in prison, but a lighter penalty -- such as probation and/or a fine -- is likely. Sentencing was scheduled for March 26. In January 2008, Congress asked the Justice Department to investigate Tejada, who told congressional
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