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Perhaps a trip to Mexico City was just what the Astros needed.
They completed a two-game sweep of the Rockies on Sunday as Framber Valdez returned to the mound. And they got encouraging news on Cristian Javier's return so the rotation could soon look like the one they envisioned. Plus, Joey Loperfido is coming up from Sugar Land to add another bat.
No wonder the Astros said they felt at home in Mexico City and wouldn't mind going back.
The Texans are breathing a sigh of relief after receiver Tank Dell was shot in an in Florida. Dell was one of 10 people shot at a Florida bar but already has been released from the hospital and is back in Houston.
As for the team, the day after the draft is a time to assess the roster. Jonathan M. Alexander breaks down the depth chart and finds one of the most competitive and deepest rosters in Nick Caserio's tenure as GM.
In college football, we resume our look at Texas and Texas A&M after their spring games. Today, it's the defensive lines. The Longhorns have plenty of talent but are looking for more depth and size. The Aggies are ready to carry on their tradition of strength up front.
The Paris Olympics are getting closer each day. Houston has a hopeful in a sport we don't think much about: field hockey. Danielle Lerner has a profile of goalkeeper Kelsey Bing.
Stat of the day: 6. Home runs for the Astros in two games in the 7,350-foot elevation of Mexico City.
 | Reid Laymance, Sports Editor |
Astros / MLB
Photo by: Fernando Llano, Associated Press
Astros feel 'at home' in Mexico City series
The Astros, who received a warm welcome during the two-game series vs. the Rockies, hope to make another visit soon.
- Astros 8, Rockies 2: The Astros' offense backed Framber Valdez in his return from injury to sweep the Rockies.
- Reinforcements: As a versatile defender, Joey Loperfido is on his way up from Sugar Land.
- Starting anew: Cristian Javier's impending return from injured list combined with return of Justin Verlader and Framber Valdez has rotation returning to normal
- The Dusty factor: One month into the season, the Oakland Athletics have been better than the Astros. Who saw that coming? Injury-plagued Houston hasn't been the same since Dusty Baker retired.
Texans / NFL
Photo by: Brett Coomer/Staff Photographer
How Texans roster looks after the draft: Deep and competitive with one hole
Analyzing Houston's depth chart after 2024 NFL draft where Texans filled several needs but didn't find a top defensive tackle
- Survivng a scare: Texans receiver Tank Dell was an innocent victim of a shooting in Florida on Saturday after he and nine others were shot in a bar. He's out of hospital and recovering.
- Comedy act: The Texans' C.J. Stroud and Cowboys' Micah Parsons sat courtside together for the Knicks-76ers playoff game on Sunday.
- Another way: Former high school football standouts from Houston area find way to NFL as undrafted free agents
College Football
Photo by: Icon Sportswire/Icon Sportswire Via Getty Images
How Texas' defensive line shapes up after spring football
New defensive line coach Kenny Baker inherits a talented group, but size and depth are missing.
- A&M's front: The defensive line has been a strength the past couple of seasons and will remain as one in 2024 under new coach Mike Elko.
Olympics
Photo by: Mike Coppola, Getty Images
Houston Olympic hopeful Kelsey Bing tends to more than field hockey
An analytical approach to goalkeeping is only natural for a mechanical engineer who is also something of a prankster.
NBA
Photo by: Jeffrey McWhorter, AP
Paul George, James Harden help Clippers hang on
Paul George and James Harden each scored 33 points while playing key fourth-quarter roles to help the Los Angeles Clippers hold on after blowing a 31-point lead to tie series with Mavericks.
- Timberwolves 122, Suns 116: Anthony Edwards scored 40 points and the Timberwolves pulled away late to beat the Suns and sweep the first-round playoff series.
- Knicks 97, 76ers 92: Jalen Brunson scored a career playoff-high 47 points as the Knicks took a 3-1 series lead.
- Pacers 126, Bucks 113: The Pacers made a franchise-record 22 3-pointers to take a 3-1 series lead over the Bucks.
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