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HOUSTON - OCTOBER 09: Manager Phil Garner #3 of the Houston Astros celebrates with the crowd after Chris Burke #2 hit a solo home run to defeat the Atlanta Braves in Game Four of the 2005 National League Division Series on October 9, 2005 at Minute Maid Park in Houston, Texas. The Astros eliminated the Braves three games to one with a 7-6 victory in the 18th inning. (Photo by Brian Bahr/Getty Images)

Phil Garner, who guided Houston Astros to historic first World Series trip, dies at 76

Read full article: Phil Garner, who guided Houston Astros to historic first World Series trip, dies at 76

Phil Garner, known as 'Scrap Iron' for his gritty playing style, was a three-time All-Star infielder who played 16 seasons in Major League Baseball and later managed several teams, including leading the Houston Astros to their first World Series appearance.

Houston Astros starting pitcher Hunter Brown delivers during the first inning of a baseball game against the Boston Red Sox in Houston, Tuesday, March 31, 2026. (AP Photo/Jon Shapley)

Houston Astros starting pitcher Hunter Brown shelved a few weeks after new developments on shoulder strain

Read full article: Houston Astros starting pitcher Hunter Brown shelved a few weeks after new developments on shoulder strain

Brown will be shutdown by the team for significant time after Grade 2 Shoulder strain diagnosis following examinations with team doctors.

Houston Astros designated hitter Yordan Alvarez watches his solo home run against the Toronto Blue Jays during the sixth inning of a baseball game Wednesday, April 3, 2024, in Houston. (AP Photo/Eric Christian Smith)

Astros slugger Yordan Alvarez named AL Player of the Week after electric start to 2026 MLB season

Read full article: Astros slugger Yordan Alvarez named AL Player of the Week after electric start to 2026 MLB season

Yordan Alvarez leads or is tied for five key categories in Major League Baseball early in this season. Monday he was honored by MLB as the American League Player of the Week.

TEXANS

Houston Texans defensive end Will Anderson Jr. celebrates after the Texans stopped the Indianapolis Colts on fourth down during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 30, 2025, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
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Source: Texans strike three-year, $150 million deal with Will Anderson Jr. highest paid non-quarterback in NFL history

Read full article: Source: Texans strike three-year, $150 million deal with Will Anderson Jr. highest paid non-quarterback in NFL history

Texans defensive end breaks the bank

HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS

INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - FEBRUARY 27: A J Haulcy of the Louisiana State Tigers participates in a drill during the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium on February 27, 2026 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images)

Source: LSU safety, Thurgood Marshall grad A.J. Haulcy visited Texans, Packers, several others

Read full article: Source: LSU safety, Thurgood Marshall grad A.J. Haulcy visited Texans, Packers, several others

Former University of Houston safety A.J. Haulcy, a Missouri City native, visited the Texans and several other teams. He was an All-SEC selection at LSU after transferring

FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS - OCTOBER 18: Tyler Onyedim #11 of the Texas A&M Aggies jogs onto the field before a game against the Arkansas Razorbacks at Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium on October 18, 2025 in Fayetteville, Arkansas. The Aggies defeated the Razorbacks 45-42. (Photo by Wesley Hitt/Getty Images)

Texas A&M standout, Foster grad Tyler Onyedim on Texans visit: ‘Would be amazing to play for my hometown team’

Read full article: Texas A&M standout, Foster grad Tyler Onyedim on Texans visit: ‘Would be amazing to play for my hometown team’

Texas A&M defensive tackle Tyler Onyedim visited Texans

ROCKETS

HOUSTON, TX - MARCH 16: LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers handles the ball while defended by Kevin Durant #7 of the Houston Rockets during the game on March 16, 2026 at the Toyota Center in Houston, Texas. 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 2026 NBAE (Photo by Logan Riely/NBAE via Getty Images)
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Rockets, Lakers ready for first round clash in NBA postseason

Read full article: Rockets, Lakers ready for first round clash in NBA postseason

All eyes on the battle between legends and friends Kevin Durant and LeBron James

Renovations will not require new funding from Harris County taxpayers, as Rockets owner Tilman Fertitta plans to split costs with State

‘Reimagined’: Harris County officials approve $180M Toyota Center renovation ahead of return of Houston Comets

Read full article: ‘Reimagined’: Harris County officials approve $180M Toyota Center renovation ahead of return of Houston Comets

A major transformation could soon be underway at Toyota Center, as a $180-million renovation plan is expected to go before officials for approval later today.

HOUSTON, TEXAS - MARCH 16: Luka Doncic #77 of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts during the first quarter of the game against the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center on March 16, 2026 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Kenneth Richmond/Getty Images)

‘It’s on me’: Rockets’ offense stalls late in 100–92 home loss to Lakers

Read full article: ‘It’s on me’: Rockets’ offense stalls late in 100–92 home loss to Lakers

On Monday night, the Houston Rockets hosted the Los Angeles Lakers in a matchup to determine the third place crown in the Western Conference — at least for tonight.

HOUSTON, TX - FEBRUARY 23: Jabari Smith Jr. #10 of the Houston Rockets drives to the basket during the game against the Utah Jazz on February 23, 2026 at the Toyota Center in Houston, Texas. 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 2026 NBAE (Photo by Logan Riely/NBAE via Getty Images)

Jabari Smith Jr. scores 31 as Rockets steamroll Jazz in 125-105 win

Read full article: Jabari Smith Jr. scores 31 as Rockets steamroll Jazz in 125-105 win

Houston hosted the Utah Jazz in a game that got out of hand quickly, as the Rockets held a double-digit lead through the entire second half and cruised to a 125-105 win.

FILE - Kevin Durant poses for a photo with his gold medal during the medal ceremony for basketball game at the 2020 Summer Olympics, Aug. 7, 2021, in Tokyo, Japan. (AP Photo/Eric Gay, File)

REPORT: Rockets star Kevin Durant confirms plans to play in 2028 Olympics: ‘Hell yeah, I want to play’

Read full article: REPORT: Rockets star Kevin Durant confirms plans to play in 2028 Olympics: ‘Hell yeah, I want to play’

The most decorated men’s basketball player in Team USA history has announced his plans to return for the 2028 Summer Olympic Games.

HOUSTON, TEXAS - DECEMBER 08: James Harden #13 of the Brooklyn Nets arrives at Toyota Center prior to facing the Houston Rockets on December 08, 2021 in Houston, Texas. 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 Carmen Mandato/Getty Images)

REPORT: James Harden wanted a Rockets reunion, but Houston wasn’t interested

Read full article: REPORT: James Harden wanted a Rockets reunion, but Houston wasn’t interested

ESPN reports Harden “had interest” in coming back, but the Rockets showed little enthusiasm.

COLLEGE SPORTS

PORTLAND, OREGON - MARCH 21: Tramon Mark #12 of the Texas Longhorns attempts a shot while being guarded by Jalen Warley #8 of the Gonzaga Bulldogs during the second half in the second round of the 2026 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament at Moda Center on March 21, 2026 in Portland, Oregon. (Photo by Soobum Im/Getty Images)

MARCH MADNESS TRACKER: 2 Texas teams escape first weekend of tournament

Read full article: MARCH MADNESS TRACKER: 2 Texas teams escape first weekend of tournament

We have the Houston Cougars continuing their dynastic March run as a No. 2 seed, a couple of mid-ranking contenders in Texas Tech and TCU, and three double-digit seeds looking to shock the world in Texas A&M, Texas, and SMU.

DAYTON, OHIO - MARCH 17: Tramon Mark #12 of the Texas Longhorns celebrates after making the game winning shot against NC State Wolfpack during the second half in the First Four game of the 2026 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament at UD Arena on March 17, 2026 in Dayton, Ohio. (Photo by Dylan Buell/Getty Images)

MARCH MADNESS: Tramon Mark’s legacy-cementing bucket extends Texas’ dance in 68-66 victory

Read full article: MARCH MADNESS: Tramon Mark’s legacy-cementing bucket extends Texas’ dance in 68-66 victory

We have the Houston Cougars continuing their dynastic March run as a No. 2 seed, a couple of mid-ranking contenders in Texas Tech and TCU, and three double-digit seeds looking to shock the world in Texas A&M, Texas, and SMU.

DYNAMO

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Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray, right, shoots over Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert in the first half in Game 1 of a first-round NBA playoffs basketball series, Saturday, April 18, 2026, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

Murray, Jokic lead Nuggets to 116-105 win over Timberwolves in physical opener to 1st-round series

Read full article: Murray, Jokic lead Nuggets to 116-105 win over Timberwolves in physical opener to 1st-round series

Jamal Murray scored 30 points, going 16 of 16 from the free-throw line and Nikola Jokic had a triple-double as the Denver Nuggets shook off a sluggish start to beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 116-105 in the opener of their first-round playoff series.

Real Sociedad's head coach Pellegrino Matarazzo, right, celebrates with Duje Caleta-Car after winning the Copa del Rey final soccer match between Atletico Madrid and Real Sociedad in Seville, Spain, Saturday, April. 18, 2026. (AP Photo/Jose Breton)

Sociedad beats Atletico on penalties to win Copa del Rey. American coach Matarazzo lifts 1st title

Read full article: Sociedad beats Atletico on penalties to win Copa del Rey. American coach Matarazzo lifts 1st title

Real Sociedad has beaten Atletico Madrid on penalties to win the Copa del Rey title.

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell reacts after an assist during the first half in Game 1 of a first-round NBA playoffs basketball series against the Toronto Raptors, Saturday, April 18, 2026, In Cleveland. (AP Photo/David Dermer)

Mitchell scores 32 as Cavaliers defeat Raptors 126-113 in Game 1 of East first-round series

Read full article: Mitchell scores 32 as Cavaliers defeat Raptors 126-113 in Game 1 of East first-round series

Donovan Mitchell scored 32 points, Max Strus had 24 off the bench and the Cleveland Cavaliers defeated the Toronto Raptors 126-113 in Game 1 of their Eastern Conference first-round playoff series.

Kansas City Royals manager Matt Quatraro (33) argues with second base umpire Nestor Ceja during the first inning of a baseball game against the New York Yankees, Saturday, April 18, 2026, in New York. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)

Royals manager Matt Quatraro ejected after top of first inning in game against the Yankees

Read full article: Royals manager Matt Quatraro ejected after top of first inning in game against the Yankees

Kansas City manager Matt Quatraro wanted to find out if Will Warren was committing a balk in the first inning when he was ejected by second base umpire Nestor Ceja in Saturday’s 13-4 loss to the New York Yankees.

New head coach of German Bundesliga soccer club 1. FC Union Berlin Marie-Louise Eta looks on during the warm up prior to the German Bundesliga soccer match between FC Union Berlin and Wolfsburg in Berlin, Germany, Saturday, April 18, 2026. (AP Photo/Ebrahim Noroozi)

Bayern Munich is on the verge of clinching the Bundesliga title after another Dortmund defeat

Read full article: Bayern Munich is on the verge of clinching the Bundesliga title after another Dortmund defeat

Bayern Munich can clinch another Bundesliga title this weekend thanks to Hoffenheim’s 2-1 win over second-place Borussia Dortmund.

New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel speaks to reporters at the NFL football annual meetings, Tuesday, March 31, 2026, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)

NFL is not investigating Patriots coach Mike Vrabel for behavior regarding reporter Dianna Russini

Read full article: NFL is not investigating Patriots coach Mike Vrabel for behavior regarding reporter Dianna Russini

The NFL is not investigating Mike Vrabel’s behavior after published photos of the New England Patriots coach and former Athletic reporter Dianna Russini at an Arizona resort prompted her resignation and an internal investigation at The New York Times-owned sports outlet.

Manchester United's Matheus Cunha celebrates with teammates after scoring the opening goal during the English Premier League soccer match between Chelsea and Manchester United in London, Saturday, April 18, 2026. (AP Photo/Kirsty Wigglesworth)

Late goal hurts Tottenham's Premier League survival hopes and Chelsea loses to Man United

Read full article: Late goal hurts Tottenham's Premier League survival hopes and Chelsea loses to Man United

Tottenham remains rooted inside the relegation zone and Chelsea is stuck outside the Champions League spots.

Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr reacts during the first half of an NBA basketball game against the Sacramento Kings, Tuesday, April 7, 2026, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Godofredo A. Vsquez)

Warriors coach Steve Kerr uncertain about his future, notes 'these jobs all have an expiration date'

Read full article: Warriors coach Steve Kerr uncertain about his future, notes 'these jobs all have an expiration date'

Golden State coach Steve Kerr isn’t sure about his future, saying after the Warriors saw their season end Friday night that he’ll take some time to decompress before gathering with the team’s leadership and figuring out what’s next.

Orlando Magic guard Anthony Black (0) drives around Charlotte Hornets guard Coby White (3) during the first half of an NBA play-in tournament basketball game, Friday, April 17, 2026, in Orlando, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux)

Magic rout Hornets 121-90 in play-in game, advance to face Pistons in 1st round of playoffs

Read full article: Magic rout Hornets 121-90 in play-in game, advance to face Pistons in 1st round of playoffs

Paolo Banchero scored 25 points and the Orlando Magic built a 35-point lead in the first half on the way to a 121-90 rout of Charlotte Hornets in a play-in tournament game on Friday night and advanced to a first-round playoff matchup against the Detroit Pistons.

As the grounds crew works around him, Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman Santiago Espinal tosses a snowball at a coach while warming up to face the Colorado Rockies in a baseball game after a spring storm blanketed the intermountain West with a light covering of snow Friday, April 17, 2026, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

A mid-April snowstorm coats Coors Field as Dodgers-Rockies series gets off to frosty start

Read full article: A mid-April snowstorm coats Coors Field as Dodgers-Rockies series gets off to frosty start

The Los Angeles Dodgers and Colorado Rockies faced an unusual challenge in April as snow blanketed Coors Field.

Minnesota Wild left wing Matt Boldy (12) and Dallas Stars center Wyatt Johnston (53) slam into the boards chasing after the puck in the first period of an NHL hockey game Thursday, April 9, 2026, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)
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Dallas Stars and Minnesota Wild finally set for Game 1 in long-expected 1st-round NHL playoff series

Read full article: Dallas Stars and Minnesota Wild finally set for Game 1 in long-expected 1st-round NHL playoff series

The Dallas Stars and Minnesota Wild are getting ready to start a first-round playoff series that has been expected for months.

Chicago Cubs' Dansby Swanson (7) and Seiya Suzuki (27) celebrate their team's win over the New York Mets in a baseball game Friday, April 17, 2026, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Erin Hooley)
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Ballesteros, Hoerner and Happ homer as Cubs hand Mets their 9th straight loss in 12-4 romp

Read full article: Ballesteros, Hoerner and Happ homer as Cubs hand Mets their 9th straight loss in 12-4 romp

Moisés Ballesteros, Nico Hoerner and Ian Happ homered, and the Chicago Cubs handed the Mets their ninth straight loss, pounding New York 12-4.

FILE - Inductee Oscar Schmidt, of Brazil, speaks during the enshrinement ceremony for this year's class of the Basketball Hall of Fame, at Symphony Hall in Springfield, Mass., Sept. 8, 2013. Schmidt, whom his Brazil compatriots know as the Holy Hand, died. Friday, April 17, 2026. He was 68. (AP Photo/Steven Senne, File)

Oscar Schmidt, Basketball Hall of Famer from Brazil, dies at 68

Read full article: Oscar Schmidt, Basketball Hall of Famer from Brazil, dies at 68

Oscar Schmidt, the Basketball Hall of Famer known to his Brazilian compatriots as the “Holy Hand,” died Friday.

FILE - Houston Texans defensive end Will Anderson Jr. (51) walks on the field after an NFL football game against the Indianapolis Colts Sunday, Jan. 4, 2026, in Houston. (AP Photo/Maria Lysaker, File)
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Texans' Will Anderson Jr. lands a record $150M extension, top-paid non-QB in NFL

Read full article: Texans' Will Anderson Jr. lands a record $150M extension, top-paid non-QB in NFL

Houston Texans defensive end Will Anderson Jr. has agreed to a three-year, $150 million contract extension making him the highest paid non-quarterback in NFL history.

San Diego Padres right fielder Fernando Tatis Jr., left, and left fielder Ramn Laureano celebrate after the Padres defeated the Seattle Mariners 5-2 in a baseball game Thursday, April 16, 2026, in San Diego. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull)

San Diego Padres are nearing a whopping sale, AP source says

Read full article: San Diego Padres are nearing a whopping sale, AP source says

The family of late San Diego Padres owner Peter Seidler is nearing a sale of the team, a person with knowledge of the negotiations tells The Associated Press.

FILE - Alabama's Luther Davis (96) reacts after their 32-13 win over Florida in the SEC championship NCAA college football game at the Georgia Dome in Atlanta Saturday, Dec. 5, 2009. (AP Photo/Dave Martin, File)
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Prosecutors say makeup, wigs helped former Alabama tackle impersonate NFL players in $20M fraud

Read full article: Prosecutors say makeup, wigs helped former Alabama tackle impersonate NFL players in $20M fraud

A former defensive tackle at the University of Alabama is accused of wearing makeup and wigs to impersonate NFL players in a fraud scheme that bilked investors of $20 million.