Umpire's Counting Error Becomes Baseball's Funniest Moment
An MLB umpire forgot how to count during a game, letting a player walk after three strikes. Everyone laughed it off, proving even pros are human.
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Japanese Pitcher Tatsuya Imai Makes MLB Debut for Astros
Tatsuya Imai stepped onto a major league mound for the first time Sunday, bringing eight seasons of Japanese professional baseball experience to the Houston Astros. The three-time All-Star's $54 million journey from Japan's Seibu Lions to America's biggest stage shows how baseball continues bridging cultures and creating new opportunities.
MLB Star Carlos Correa Saved From Lake Minnetonka Drowning
Houston Astros player Carlos Correa and his 3-year-old son nearly drowned in a Minnesota lake last summer when leg cramps left him fighting for their lives. The terrifying experience led to a spiritual awakening that changed how the World Series champion approaches life today.
Astros Star Yordan Alvarez Eyes Record Season After Recovery
Houston Astros slugger Yordan Alvarez is healthy and ready to chase a 26-year-old home run record after injuries limited him to just 48 games last season. The team's playoff hopes rest on keeping their most feared hitter in the lineup for 2026.
Astros Break Language Barriers With Daily Word Lessons
The Houston Astros are teaching their clubhouse four languages at once. Every day, players learn words in English, Spanish, Japanese, and Mandarin to connect across cultures.
Cavan Biggio Joins Dad Craig's Team in Houston
Baseball veteran Cavan Biggio is coming full circle, signing with the Houston Astros where his Hall of Fame father Craig spent his entire 20-year career. The versatile player will join spring training as he continues the family legacy in Texas.
Former MLB Star Dickie Thon Donates Kidney to Save Son
Former Houston Astros All-Star Dickie Thon, 67, donated a kidney to his son Joe in December 2025, giving the minor league coach a second chance at life after years battling kidney disease. The transplant was successful, and Joe is already preparing to return to coaching with the Dodgers' Triple-A team this spring.
Ryan Pressly Retires After 13 Years and a World Series Ring
Two-time All-Star relief pitcher Ryan Pressly is hanging up his cleats after 13 seasons, capping off a remarkable career that included a 2022 World Series championship with the Houston Astros. The 37-year-old leaves the game with 117 saves and memories that will last a lifetime.