Convenience Big Store: 👀 Beloved Astros exit in roster overhaul

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HOUSTON, TEXAS - SEPTEMBER 02: Framber Valdez #59 of the Houston Astros waves at the crowd after the third inning against the New York Yankees at Daikin Park on September 02, 2025 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Houston Astros/Getty Images)

Astros balance payroll realities, pitching needs as offseason begins

The 40-man roster looks really different now.

Houston Texans owners Cal and Hannah McNair will have a new team to invest in and develop going forward.

Texans owners acquire second Houston pro team in landmark deal

A new era for one Houston sports team will begin in January.

The Rundown

TopGolf Callaway CEO Chip Brewer announced that a second round of layoffs would occur at the Texas-based company in 2025.

Dallas-based Topgolf Callaway cuts 300 positions as tariffs take toll

"We intend to mitigate as much of this impact as possible via efficiency improvements, pricing and vendor negotiations."

The Houston Cougars have found a new partner ready to fuel up their NIL initiatives for their student athletes.

Houston Cougars inks landmark deal with international automotive giant

Will we see Kelvin Sampson and Willie Fritz driving some of the flyest cars in Group 1's fleet?

Texas Tech and BYU fans have joined forces to help raise money for Ivan Ortiz, the Red Raiders' team barber, who is facing a lot of medical bills after his wife was hit by a drunk driver in October.

A Texas Tech barber's heartbreak turned strangers into family

Social media helped elevate Ivan Ortiz's GoFundMe to cover his wife's medical bills.

Kenny Smith will now have some additional responsibilities with the Worldwide Leader.

A Rockets legend will be on ESPN's airwaves a lot in the future

"The Jet" will be touching down on some of sports fans' favorite shows very soon.

The Dallas Cowboys announced that defensive end Marshawn Kneeland has died at age 24.

Dallas Cowboys' Marshawn Kneeland dies at 24 from apparent suicide

"Marshawn was a beloved teammate and member of our organization. Our thoughts and prayers regarding Marshawn are with his girlfriend Catalina and his family."

Can a new voice help guide Houston's hitters in 2025?

Astros hire new hitting coach with contact-oriented approach

Houston has a new voice for its collection of hitters.

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👀 Beloved Astros exit in roster overhaul