Cole strikes out 12, Bregman HR lifts Astros over Tigers 6-3
HOUSTON (AP) - A day after failing to back a gem by ace Justin Verlander, Alex Bregman and the Houston Astros were determined to convert on another from Gerrit Cole. Cole struck out 12 over seven scoreless innings, Bregman homered and the Astros beat the Detroit Tigers 6-3 Thursday night. After the Tigers stunned Houston in a 2-1 win Wednesday despite Verlander's complete-game two-hitter,...
HOUSTON (AP) - A day after failing to back a gem by ace Justin Verlander, Alex Bregman and the Houston Astros were determined to convert on another from Gerrit Cole. Cole struck out 12 over seven scoreless innings, Bregman homered and the Astros beat the Detroit Tigers 6-3 Thursday night. After the Tigers stunned Houston in a 2-1 win Wednesday despite Verlander's complete-game two-hitter,...
Stafford, Lions host Bills
Baker Mayfield wants to play half of Cleveland's third exhibition game at Tampa Bay on Friday night. "But it's not my call," the quarterback said. It's up to coach Freddie Kitchens, who said he will use his starters some but seems inclined to keep them fresh and uninjured heading into the Sept. 8 opener with Tennessee. He said his decision will be made on "a...
Baker Mayfield wants to play half of Cleveland's third exhibition game at Tampa Bay on Friday night. "But it's not my call," the quarterback said. It's up to coach Freddie Kitchens, who said he will use his starters some but seems inclined to keep them fresh and uninjured heading into the Sept. 8 opener with Tennessee. He said his decision will be made on "a...
Lions banking on QB Stafford with no backup plan
DETROIT (AP) - The Detroit Lions have leaned heavily on Matthew Stafford since selecting him No. 1 overall in the 2009 NFL draft. Stafford has started since he was a rookie, and after injuries stunted his first two seasons, the strong-armed quarterback has started every game for eight straight years.
DETROIT (AP) - The Detroit Lions have leaned heavily on Matthew Stafford since selecting him No. 1 overall in the 2009 NFL draft. Stafford has started since he was a rookie, and after injuries stunted his first two seasons, the strong-armed quarterback has started every game for eight straight years.
Dale Earnhardt Jr. announces return to racing after fiery airplane crash
(FOX NEWS) - Dale Earnhardt Jr. will be getting back behind the wheel of a NASCAR car just two weeks after surviving a harrowing airplane crash with his wife Amy and their one-year-old daughter Isla.
(FOX NEWS) - Dale Earnhardt Jr. will be getting back behind the wheel of a NASCAR car just two weeks after surviving a harrowing airplane crash with his wife Amy and their one-year-old daughter Isla.
Verlander allows 2 HRs in 2-hitter, loses 2-1 to Tigers
HOUSTON (AP) - Justin Verlander was splendid against the Detroit Tigers, pitching a two-hitter and fanning 11 in another dominant performance for the Astros. Houston's offense wasn't nearly as sharp on Wednesday night, and it led to an unusual, tough-luck 2-1 loss. "Just an incredible performance," manager A.J. Hinch said. "Just not one that we could help him with. We...
HOUSTON (AP) - Justin Verlander was splendid against the Detroit Tigers, pitching a two-hitter and fanning 11 in another dominant performance for the Astros. Houston's offense wasn't nearly as sharp on Wednesday night, and it led to an unusual, tough-luck 2-1 loss. "Just an incredible performance," manager A.J. Hinch said. "Just not one that we could help him with. We...
Lions agree to extension with Harrison
The Detroit Lions announced Thursday morning they have signed a contract extension with defensive tackle Damon Harrison.
The Detroit Lions announced Thursday morning they have signed a contract extension with defensive tackle Damon Harrison.
LA Wildcats, DC Defenders among teams in new XFL
The Los Angeles Wildcats and New York Guardians will be among the teams taking the field when the XFL returns in February. The league revealed the logos and names Wednesday for its eight teams, which will also include the DC Defenders, Dallas Renegades, Houston Roughnecks, St. Louis BattleHawks, Seattle Dragons and Tampa Bay Vipers. The reveal was done during a presentation on the XFL website...
The Los Angeles Wildcats and New York Guardians will be among the teams taking the field when the XFL returns in February. The league revealed the logos and names Wednesday for its eight teams, which will also include the DC Defenders, Dallas Renegades, Houston Roughnecks, St. Louis BattleHawks, Seattle Dragons and Tampa Bay Vipers. The reveal was done during a presentation on the XFL website...
WATCH: Verlander 'It's always a little exciting...I'm sure it will never be completely normal'
Detroit Tigers (37-86, fifth in the AL Central) vs. Houston Astros (81-46, first in the AL West) Houston; Wednesday, 8 p.m. EDT PITCHING PROBABLES: Tigers: Daniel Norris (3-10, 4.82 ERA) Astros: Justin Verlander (15-4, 2.81 ERA) BOTTOM LINE: Houston's Brantley puts 14-game hit streak on the line against Tigers.
Detroit Tigers (37-86, fifth in the AL Central) vs. Houston Astros (81-46, first in the AL West) Houston; Wednesday, 8 p.m. EDT PITCHING PROBABLES: Tigers: Daniel Norris (3-10, 4.82 ERA) Astros: Justin Verlander (15-4, 2.81 ERA) BOTTOM LINE: Houston's Brantley puts 14-game hit streak on the line against Tigers.
Astros hit 3 homers, beat Tigers 6-3 as Sanchez exits early
HOUSTON (AP) - Houston's win over Detroit on was tempered by news that shortstop Carlos Correa and starter Aaron Sanchez are both heading to the injured list. George Springer, Jose Altuve and Martín Maldonado homered to lead the Astros to a 6-3 victory Tuesday night before manager A.J. Hinch announced the impending moves.
HOUSTON (AP) - Houston's win over Detroit on was tempered by news that shortstop Carlos Correa and starter Aaron Sanchez are both heading to the injured list. George Springer, Jose Altuve and Martín Maldonado homered to lead the Astros to a 6-3 victory Tuesday night before manager A.J. Hinch announced the impending moves.
Bachie, Bredeson make first team AP preseason All-America team
Clemson quarterback Trevor Lawrence headlines The Associated Press preseason All-America team, and he has two teammates from the top-ranked Tigers with him on the first team.
Clemson quarterback Trevor Lawrence headlines The Associated Press preseason All-America team, and he has two teammates from the top-ranked Tigers with him on the first team.
Gurriel has 2 RBIs, helps Astros over Tigers 5-4
HOUSTON (AP) - The Houston Astros allowed 14 hits on Monday night against the Detroit Tigers. They were able to escape with a win despite all the traffic on the bases by making big pitches when it mattered most. Yuli Gurriel had two hits and drove in two runs as the Astros built a lead with a big first inning and held on for the 5-4 victory.
HOUSTON (AP) - The Houston Astros allowed 14 hits on Monday night against the Detroit Tigers. They were able to escape with a win despite all the traffic on the bases by making big pitches when it mattered most. Yuli Gurriel had two hits and drove in two runs as the Astros built a lead with a big first inning and held on for the 5-4 victory.