Reflections on the Astros' winning culture and a rookie's joy

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View in browser October Sale: 6 Months for 99¢! Access fall events, football and more local news. Subscribe Today. Good morning. Here are the top sports stories around Houston today: Photo: Karen Warren, Staff Photographer Astros have a clubhouse culture of winning Despite stars leaving and internal tension, Astros just find ways to win as they reach a sixth consecutive ALCS.   A rookie's joy. Jeremy Peña says he has matured during the season, but his youthful enthusiasm was on display after game-winning homer.   Why Alperen Sengun may fit Rockets offense best off the bench Second-year center is most effective when he gets more touches rather than in pick-and-roll offense   Texas college football rankings: TCU remains No. 1 The Horned Frogs knocked off a top-10 Oklahoma State team to remain the state's only unbeaten team.   Dash fall to Current in NWSL playoffs In front of a record crowd, Houston saw its season end with 2-1 loss to Kansas City.   Reid Laymance Sports editor reid.laymance@chron.com Sponsored Content   Shopping Talk a little smack with these sassy, but classy Astros shirts Let the haters cry their salty little hater tears. It's 'Stros before bros in H-Town.   Shopping YETI gear is on sale at Amazon following the Prime Early Access Sale When it comes to coolers, tumblers, koozies, and travel mugs, one of the biggest names in the industry is YETI.       October Sale: 6 Months for 99¢! Unlimited Digital Access Act Now No Commitment | Cancel Anytime Unsubscribe  |  Manage Preferences  |  Privacy Notice Houston Chronicle 4747 Southwest Freeway, Houston, TX 77027 © 2022 Hearst Communications