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We knew it was coming based on reports in recent days, but when the Astros made it offical on Wednesday — pitchers Cristian Javier and José Urquidy would be out for the season with elbow sugery — it still hit hard.
Both pitchers are facing Tommy John surgery — the doctors won't know for sure until they start the procedure — and are the third and fourth Astros' pitchers who have had the procedure in the last 13 months. GM Dana Brown doesn't see a problem with the Astros' pitching program and says 'injuries happen.'
On the field, the Astros missed a chance to sweep the Cardinals as Ronel Blanco paid for a walk on a questionable call.
The Texans were back on the field for the second day of minicamp. Will Anderson Jr. and Kamari Lassiter were among the standouts.
The LIV Golf tour comes to Houston this week. Here are 10 players to watch in the new event.
In college track, UH got off to a strong start in the pole vault and sprint prelims. The UH women's relay will be in action on Thursday and come with an interesting training story. Joseph Duarte has the details.
In the NBA Finals, Rockets' forward Jabari Smith is serving as a correspondent for NBA programming. He surprised Boston's Jayson Tatum with a very honest question.
With the NBA draft getting closer, Zaccharie Risacher is a name to watch. His stock is rising so fast he could be gone before the Rockets pick at No. 3.
Save the date: Chronicle readers are invited to a private Zoom chat at noon on Tuesday, June 11 to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Rockets' first NBA championship with former players Mario Elie and Matt Bullard. Click this link to register for the event.
Stat of the day: 275. Pitchers on MLB rosters at end of last season who have had Tommy John surgery.
 | Reid Laymance, Sports Editor |
Astros / MLB
Photo by: Brett Coomer, Staff Photographer
Dana Brown won't throw blame at pitching program, says 'injuries happen'
With Cristian Javier and José Urquidy his latest starters to go down, the GM notes MLB as a whole has seen a number of pitchers sidelined.
- Two big losses: José Urquidy will have his second elbow surgery Wednesday while Cristian Javier's procedure is scheduled for Thursday.
- All about Tommy John: As more Astros pitchers have season-ending elbow surgery, we explain Tommy John surgery and how pitchers perform after having the procedure.
- A bad ball: What might have been an easy inning for Ronel Blanco turned into a two-run frame that proved pivotal in his loss to the Cardinals.
- Cardinals 4, Astros 2: Houston's bid for a sweep comes up short as offense is limited to pair of homers.
- Roster moves: Nick Hernandez, who pitched for UH, was activated after being acquired in trade.
- June bloom: June's schedule is much more favorable for Houston, with at least one day off each week and two in a four-day span near the month's end.
- Injury report: Kyle Tucker missed a second game in a row after fouling a ball off his shin on Monday.
Texans / NFL
Photo by: Brett Coomer, Staff Photographer
What we learned on Day 2 of minicamp
Will Anderson growing in second season, rookie Kamari Lassiter making plays, and other observations from Texans minicamp.
- Friendly fire: Bleacher Report released a three-part series that shows the hilarious friendship of C.J. Stroud and Micah Parsons.
- Parting shots: Deshaun Watson's personal coach mocked Landry Locker on social media after finding out the sports talk host was leaving Sports Radio 610.
Rockets / NBA
Photo by: Karen Warren/Staff Photographer
Jabari Smith Jr. asks an honest question at NBA Finals
Jabari Smith Jr., 21 and going into his third season, asks Jayson Tatum what he would say to player going into third season who hasn't lived up to expectations
- On the rise: Zaccharie Risacher, a 6-9 forward and smooth-shooting 19-year-old, drew Hawks executives to one of his European games and may well be taken by the time the Rockets pick third.
Golf
Photo by: Chris Trotman/LIV Golf, Associated Press
LIV Golf makes Houston debut. 10 players to watch
Phil Mickelson, Brooks Koepka and Patrick Reed are among golfer to watch at LIV Houston debut
College track
Photo by: University Of Houston Athletics
Though it doesn't train together, UH women's 4x400 relay team sure wins together
Kelly-Ann Beckford, Sydni Townsend, Michaela Mouton and Iman Babineaux have lost just once this outdoor season heading into the NCAA championships.
- Soaring: UH senior Christyan Sampy cleared 18 feet, 8¼ inches to give the Cougars their best-ever finish in the event.
- Fast times: Besides contributing to the relay's performance, Louie Hinchliffe and Shaun Maswanganyi advanced in the 100 with the top two times in that event.
College Softball
Photo by: Brian Bahr, Getty Images
Texas falls to Oklahoma in Women's College World Series opener
Sooners, in a bid for fourth consecutive title, win opener against No. 1 Longhorns
High School Baseball
Photo by: Courtesy Sampson Family
C.J. Sampson, son of ex-Astros pitcher Chris, shines for Tomball baseball team
Sophomore right-hander C.J. Sampson, the son of former Astros pitcher Chris, is a key cog in nationally ranked Tomball's run to its first state tournament since 2015.
- Full house: Pearland's unwavering pitching staff has helped propel Pearland to the Class 6A state tournament.
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