Convenience Big Store: ⚾ How Astros stars pay it forward to prospects

Leadoff

New York Knicks Patrick Ewing (33) in action vs Houston Rockets Hakeem Olajuwon (34) at Madison Square Garden. Game 3. New York, NY 6/12/1994

'Some mean, nasty dudes': Rockets recall battles with 1994 Knicks

Hakeem Olajuwon and the Rockets faced quite the formidable foe on the way to their first title.

Justin Verlander #35 of the Houston Astros smiles from the dugout against the Los Angeles Angels at Minute Maid Park on May 20, 2024 in Houston, Texas.

Astros stars treat prospects with nice meals while on rehab assignment

Justin Verlander, Chas McCormick and Cristian Javier are among those who have treated Houston's minor leaguers this year.

Cheap Seats

John Metchie III #8 of the Houston Texans catches a pass during Mandatory Minicamp at Houston Methodist Training Center on June 04, 2024 in Houston, Texas.

Making an impression

In the Cheap Seats, Chron sports writers answer burning questions from readers.

Which Texans wide receivers have stood out this offseason?

Chron sports editor Josh Criswell:

A lot of attention has gone to Stefon Diggs, Tank Dell and Nico Collins since offseason workouts began, and deservedly so, but the Texans' passing game has plenty of weapons outside this trio. Houston head coach DeMeco Ryans recently mentioned John Metchie III, Xavier Hutchinson and Jared Wayne as three young WRs who have made a positive impression this summer.