Today's starting lineup
The Astros had a chance Wednesday to move into a share of first place for the first time this season. Instead, they couldn't solve their season-long bugaboo — extra innings — as they lost in 10 to the Red Sox. Another troubling recent trend continued as starter José Urquidy turned in an abbreviated outing, forcing Houston to again dip into its bullpen early. The Astros did get José Abreu back from the injured list while Michael Brantley and Phil Maton are progressing in their recoveries.
Coming Friday, be sure to check out our new new Astros podcast "Bases Covered" with beat writer Matt Kawahara and assistant sports editor Steve Schaeffer on our Astros page.
Joseph Duarte remembers the late Reggie Chaney, a heart-and-soul forward who embodied the gritty nature of UH's basketball program.
If a Texans player wants to learn he's a starter, he better learn to play the waiting game with DeMeco Ryans, a coach who keeps that info close to the vest.
The Dynamo set up a date with soccer's biggest name, beating Real Salt Lake to clinch a berth in the U.S. Open Cup final next month against Lionel Messi and Inter Miami.
The high school football season kicks off tonight across the state. We have a look at the top Week 1 games around the Houston area.
Needville continues to find a way to win at the Little League World Series, advancing to the U.S. championship game with an extra-inning win over the West region.
Stat of the day: 1-8. The Astros' record in extra innings this season. Only the Padres, at 0-10, have fared worse in extras.
 | Greg Rajan, Texas Sports Nation editor |
Astros / MLB
Photo by: Karen Warren, Staff Photographer
No lengthy solution
On a day when the Astros needed length from their starter, they again didn't get it Wednesday, forcing them to go to a taxed bullpen earlier than desired yet again in a loss to the Red Sox.
- Still extra painful: Extra innings continue to be a stumbling block for the Astros, who fell in 10 innings to Boston as their offense largely went silent after the early frames.
- Abreu returns: José Abreu was activated from the injured list, but it's unclear if the veteran first baseman will return to an everyday role with the Astros.
- Making strides: Astros outfielder Michael Brantley and reliever Phil Maton each took steps toward potential returns from their respective injury absences.
- Simply 'surreal' debut: Making his MLB debut in Houston was part of the dream for one-time Astros prospect Wilyer Abreu. He did it Tuesday, but with the Red Sox.
- Shohei shut down: Shohei Ohtani, baseball's biggest star, won't pitch for the rest of the season because of a tear in an elbow ligament.
Colleges
Photo by: Jon Shapley, Staff Photographer
Embodiment of the program
Forward Reggie Chaney, who died at age 23 this week, epitomized the gritty nature of UH basketball, writes Joseph Duarte.
- Black hats in Austin: Texas' last ride through the Big 12 will see the Longhorns embrace the role of villains. That should make for some fun, writes Jerome Solomon.
Texans / NFL
Photo by: Brett Coomer, Staff Photographer
Mum's the word
DeMeco Ryans not only has refused to proclaim CJ. Stroud the Texans' starting quarterback. When it comes to who's starting, the Texans coach has been careful not to let anything slip out of his mouth.
- Back at work: Case Keenum, Hassan Ridgeway and Tank Dell returned to practice Wednesday after missing various times with injuries.
- More secondary help: The Texans continue to tinker with their secondary, signing former Duke safety Darius Joiner.
Dynamo / MLS
Photo by: Michael Wyke, Associated Press
Bring on Messi
After outlasting Real Salt Lake at home Wednesday, Houston will travel to Florida next month to face global superstar Lionel Messi and Inter Miami in the U.S. Open Cup final.
High School Football
Photo by: Juan DeLeon, Contributor
Week 1: Games to watch
As the 2023 high school football season begins, a look at the best Week 1 games around the greater Houston area starting tonight.
- Big-time bookends: Seniors Eddy Smith and Charles Anderson, both bound for Texas Tech, are a pair of formidable defensive ends leading Dawson.
- Culture club: The honeymoon has gone well at College Park for the Cavaliers and new coach Kyle Coats as the season opener beckons.
- Week 1 schedule: Week 1 of the 2023 high school football season begins with non-district games today through Saturday.
Little League World Series
Photo by: Gene J. Puskar, Associated Press
On the championship cusp
After an extra-inning win over Seattle, Needville will be the first Texas team in the United States final of the Little League World Series since Lufkin did it in 2017.
Gymnastics
Photo by: Carlos Avila Gonzalez, The Chronicle
Coming into his own
Once so small he struggled to clear his vaults, 19-year-old Asher Hong, who trained in Houston, bears watching at this week's U.S. Championships.
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