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David Roloff

David Roloff

Joined: Jan 28, 2025

I am a lifelong sports fan with a deep passion for Wisconsin sports. Born and raised in Milwaukee, I have always lived in this sports-crazed city and state. With over 25 years of experience coaching baseball and football, as well as a background in business, I have gained invaluable life lessons from my time playing these sports through college. I love engaging in daily banter with fellow sports enthusiasts, approaching each game as if it were a life-or-death experience, because for many fans, it truly can feel that way. Having previously written for OnMilwaukee.com, I’ve been sitting in the bullpen, waiting for the call to once again share my old-school views on the daily sports grind.

Oct 2, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros pitcher Josh Hader (71) throws against the Detroit Tigers during the eighth inning of game two of the Wildcard round for the 2024 MLB Playoffs at Minute Maid Park.
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Houston Astros Closer Aiming for Dominance with New Changeup Development

Josh Hader doesn’t seem to be satisfied with being one of the best closers in the game.  The Houston Astros closer wants to be un-hittable and is working on a third pitch.

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Mar 2, 2025; West Palm Beach, Florida, USA; Houston Astros left fielder Jose Altuve (27) throws to home plate but cannot retire Washington Nationals first baseman Nathaniel Lowe (not pictured) during the first inning at CACTI Park of the Palm Beaches.

Houston Astros Superstar Faces First Defensive Tests in Left Field

Jose Altuve made his second start for the Houston Astros on Sunday. Unlike his first start, he was challenged to make plays defensively.

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Aug 28, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Houston Astros starting pitcher Spencer Arrighetti (41) throws a pitch against the Philadelphia Phillies in the first inning at Citizens Bank Park.
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Houston Astros Young Starter Looked Sharp in Test Against New York Yankees

The second start of the spring for one of the Houston Astros' young starters was a test against a top lineup in baseball, but he was sharp navigating the order.

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Hooks pitcher Miguel Ullola throws a pitch on Opening Night at Whataburger Field on Friday, April 5, 2024, in Corpus Christi, Texas.
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Houston Astros Top Prospects to Watch at Key Positions in Spring Training

These are the Houston Astros' prospects to watch during Spring Training who were invited to big league camp.

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Houston Astros shortstop Mauricio Dubon (14) throws to first for an out ending the fifth inning of the MLB game between the Cincinnati Reds and Houston Astros at Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati on Wednesday, Sept. 4, 2024.

Houston Astros Slugger's Pending Position Move May Boost Two Other Stars

The Houston Astros can provide answers to three issues with one transition of a long-time star to the outfield.

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Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora
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Former Houston Astros Coach Alex Cora Calls Cheating Just a 'Mistake'

Former Houston Astros coach Alex Cora talked about how he had his former players have been treated since the 2019 cheating scandal after Boston signed Alex Bregman.

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Oct 1, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros pitcher Framber Valdez (59) walks off the mount in the first inning against the Detroit Tigers in game one of the Wild Card round for the 2024 MLB Playoffs at Minute Maid Park.
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Houston Astros Projected Rotation Grades High in Advanced Pitching Analytics

Advanced pitching analytics look favorably on the Houston Astros' starting rotation going into spring training in 2025.

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Hooks batter Jacob Melton fouls off a ball during Education Day at Whataburger Field, Wednesday, May 8, 2024, in Corpus Christi, Texas.
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Top Houston Astros Prospect Could Provide Much-Needed Outfield Production

The Houston Astros are going into the season with a defensive-minded group, the team's top prospect could change that.

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Oct 1, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros outfielder Yordan Alvarez (44) hits a single against the Detroit Tigers in game one of the Wild Card round for the 2024 MLB Playoffs at Minute Maid Park.
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Houston Astros Seek to Continue AL West Dominance After Key Losses

The Houston Astros have won seven out of the last eight NL West Division crowns. Will the departures of Kyle Tucker and Alex Bregman cripple that streak?

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