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Former Houston Astros player and manager Phil Garner throws a ceremonial first pitch before a MLB game between the Astros and Detroit Tigers at Daikin Park in Houston, Wednesday, April 30, 2025.

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Ex-Astros player, manager Phil Garner dies at 76

The popular infielder known as "Scrap Iron" played seven seasons for the Astros before leading them to their first playoff success as the team's manager.

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Rockets stay hot with eighth win in a row

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The Rockets are finishing the regular season on a roll. Houston won its eighth in a row with a 113-102 win over Philadelphia. With two games left, Houston could still get the No. 3 seed but will need some help. The Rockets are currently No. 5 and would open against the Lakers.

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Rockets / NBA

Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant (7) reacts to sinking a three-pointer against the Philadelphia 76ers at the Toyota Center in Houston on Thursday, April 9, 2026. Houston Rockets won the game 113-102.

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Rockets roll past 76ers for 8th straight win

Not only did the Rockets get their eighth straight win by beating the 76ers, but they put pressure on the Lakers to keep winning to hold on to the No. 4 seed in the West.

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  • New approach: After the Rockets won their eighth straight game Thursday, Tari Eason was really blunt about the criticism he has heard about himself and how he got over it and refocused. Read More
  • Emergency: The Philadelphia 76ers, in a race for a playoff spot, were expected to have Joel Embiid against the Rockets tonight, but he had to go to a Houston hospital with appendicitis. Read More
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Astros / MLB

Houston Astros starting pitcher Tatsuya Imai pitches against the Los Angeles Angels during the first inning of a Major League Baseball game at Daikin Park in Houston, Sunday, March 29, 2026.

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Tatsuya Imai's 'wrong-way' slider is turning heads in MLB

Tatsuya Imai, Houston's offseason signing from Japan, doesn't really have a specific way he throws his slider but it unique in MLB.

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Texans / NFL

How about two Texas A&M linemen in the same draft? Chase Bisontis (71) and Trey Zuhn III  played key roles in a strong 2025 season for the Aggies.

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Mock draft 4.0: A stout D-lineman, a mean guard and a couple playmakers

Expect the Texans to be active again and address their biggest weak spots. Here's our latest mock draft class for Houston.

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College Basketball

Houston head coach Kelvin Sampson watches practice leading up to the South Regional semifinals in NCAA college basketball tournament in Houston, Wednesday, March 25, 2026.

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UH's Kelvin Sampson has his $11-12 million budget and is making a shopping list

Kelvin Sampson is starting the biggest roster overall in his 13 years with the Cougars but he knows what will fit and has the money to compete.

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  • Staying: Joseph Tugler is likely the only returning starter for a UH team that won 30 games last season and reached Sweet 16 Read More
  • Going: Chris Cenac Jr., a 6-11 forward, averaged 9.5 points and 7.9 rebounds as a freshman for Cougars and will enter NBA draft. Read More
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College Baseball

Head coach Jim Schlossnagle of the Texas Longhorns watches play during the college baseball game between Texas Longhorns and Texas State Bobcats on March 31, 2026, at UFCU Disch-Falk Field in Austin, Texas

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Jim Schlossnagle returns to A&M for first time since abrupt departure to Texas

Jim Schlossnagle was everything Texas A&M loved as baseball coach until he left for Texas. The schools meet in College Station.

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  • A&M vs. UT: Texas A&M has an elite offense, while the Longhorns have been dominant on the mound. Who has the advantage this weekend in College Station? Read More

College Football

Will Muschamp returns to Texas after most recently serving as an advisor at Georgia.

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Will Muschamp may not know how to turn on a TV but he can turn on a defense

One of the best defensive coordinators in Texas history, Will Muschamp is back with Longhorns and bringing a no-nonsense approach.

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Soccer

Royal finished its season 28-2-1 after losing to Bridgeport in overtime of the state title game.

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Royal's first trip to state soccer title game ends with OT loss to Bridgeport

Brookshire Royal finished its season with a 5-2 overtime loss against Bridgeport in the UIL Class 4A Division I championship game.

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Golf

Scottie Scheffler watches his tee shot on the 11th hole during the first round of the Masters golf tournament at the Augusta National Golf Club, Thursday, April 9, 2026, in Augusta, Ga.

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Scottie Scheffler, Jordan Spieth keep in touch with leaders at Masters

Scottie Scheffler persevered despite missing some gettable birdies, while Jordan Spieth saved par with a perfect approach on No. 18.

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