Convenience Big Store: More of the same from the Texans, especially a failure to finish

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Good morning. Here are the top sports stories around Houston today:

Photo: Brett Coomer, Staff Photographer

Same ol' song

The Texans have been decent enough to be in four tight contests but not good enough to win a single one, writes Brian T. Smith.

Lack of finish ... again.

For the fourth game in a row, the Texans had opportunities to get a win but didn't make the key plays.

Led by youth

Rookie Jeremy Peña carries the offense while Luis Garcia works six strong innings as the Astros win the rubber match of their three-game series against the Rays.

A better look

The Rockets looked greatly improved from last season during a rout of the Spurs in Sunday's preseason opener. Jonathan Feigen shares his observations from the game.