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Justin Verlander's return to Houston was what got top billing as the Astros began a brief homestand. Instead, it was Jon Singleton who stole the show in his own Minute Maid Park homecoming. Singleton clubbed a pair of mammoth home runs, providing goose-bump moments as the Astros routed the Angels in their series opener. Verlander was plenty good himself as he picked up career win No. 251. Meanwhile, could José Abreu's injury cause the Astros to reassess their situation at first base?
C.J. Stroud got the lion's share of attention during the Texans' preseason opener, but another first-round pick was also making his Houston debut. Brooks Kubena looks at how Will Anderson Jr. fared in limited action. Meantime, Jonathan M. Alexander looks at which players' stock is rising and whose is dipping with the first preseason game in the books.
UH's defensive line has made a name for itself with "Sack Ave." The Cougars look to build on that budding tradition when they begin play in the Big 12 this fall. UH also won't be seeing the last of Oklahoma after their sole season as Big 12 foes, as the Cougars and Sooners agreed to a nonconference home-and-home series.
As Gregg Popovich enters the Basketball Hall of Fame today, the NBA's all-time winningest coach is most proud of how he helped players grow as people.
Stat of the day: 8 and 13. Years and days between home runs in the majors for Jon Singleton. It's the longest gap for a position player since shortstop Rafael Belliard went 10 years and 144 days between 1987 and 1997, according to the Elias Sports Bureau.
 | Greg Rajan, Texas Sports Nation editor |
Astros / MLB
Photo by: Karen Warren/Staff Photographer
Storybook return
After going eight-plus years between home runs in the majors, Jon Singleton crushed two in his return to Minute Maid Park, leaving him to describe the experience as "phenomenal."
- Just like old times: In his own return to Houston, Justin Verlander made his 500th career start and and received plenty of support as the Astros mauled the Angels.
- Who's on first?: As José Abreu deals with a back ailment, could the Astros reassess their situation at first base?
- Apple again: The final month of the Astros' season will include one more game that won't be available via the conventional television platforms.
Texans / NFL
Photo by: Brett Coomer, Staff Photographer
Coming attraction
Rookie defensive end Will Anderson Jr. was only in for nine plays in the Texans' preseason opener but the team's "Wide-9" concept shows how he will be set up to rush the passer.
- Stock report: Jonathan M. Alexander looks at whose stock is up and whose is down after the Texans' preseason opener.
- They've got takes: C.J. Stroud and the Texans were a big topic of conversation on all the morning sports shows a day after their preseason win over the Patriots.
College Football
Photo by: Kevin M. Cox/Contributor
Street cred
UH's defensive line known as "Sack Ave." in recent years has graduated talent to the NFL. This year's returnees are looking to make their own mark on Cullen Boulevard.
- See you soon, Sooners: After their brief time together in the Big 12 ends, UH and Oklahoma schedule a two-game nonconference series.
- Not your typical freshman: After enrolling early at Texas, freshman receiver Johntay Cook from DeSoto is showing the signs of becoming a No. 1 option.
College Basketball
Photo by: Eric Gay, Associated Press
First building block
Texas begins building its 2024 recruiting class with Cam Scott, the top player from South Carolina, committing to the Longhorns.
Basketball Hall of Fame
Photo by: Jessica Hill, Associated Press
More than a game
As he enters the Basketball Hall of Fame, Gregg Popovich is proud his career has been about more than Xs and Os. such as helping players grow off the court.
High School Football
Photo by: Tim Warner/Contributor
One last dance
Rated as one of the nation's top 100 senior running backs, Stafford's Jamaal Wiley will likely play a major role for the Spartans before beginning his college career at California.
- Moving forward: Perennial power Katy remains the team to beat in a deep District 19-6A that includes contenders Tompkins and Jordan.
- District 19-6A preview: Perennial power Katy remains the team to beat in a deep District 19-6A that includes contenders Tompkins and Jordan.
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