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Dylan Sanders

Dylan Sanders

Joined: Mar 11, 2024

Dylan Sanders graduated from Louisiana State University with a degree from the Manship School of Mass Communication in 2023. He was born in raised in Baton Rouge, LA but has also lived in Buffalo, NY. Though he is a recent graduate, he has been writing about sports since he was in high school, covering different sports from baseball to football. While in college, he wrote for the school paper The Reveille and for 247Sports. He was able cover championships in football, baseball and women's basketball during his time at LSU. He has also spent a few years covering the NFL draft and every day activities of the New Orleans Saints. He is a Senior Writer at Inside the Marlins and will also be found across Sports Illustrated's baseball sites as a contributing writer. You can follow him on Twitter or Instagram @dillysanders

Oct 1, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros second base Jose Altuve (27) reacts after striking out 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 Success at Night Makes Wild Card Scheduling Frustrating

The Houston Astros have been great at night this season, which makes their daytime MLB Wild Card round scheduling frustrating for the team.

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Sep 7, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros starting pitcher Ronel Blanco (56) reacts after a strikeout to end the game against the Arizona Diamondbacks during the ninth inning at Minute Maid Park.
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Houston Astros Ace Had One of MLB's Most Surprising Seasons

The Houston Astros pitcher had a fast start to the season, and was able to maintain a solid level of play throughout in a very surprising season.

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Sep 24, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros catcher Yainer Diaz (21) reacts to his single against the Seattle Mariners in the sixth inning at Minute Maid Park.
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Houston Astros Young Slugger Named One of MLB's Biggest Breakout Stars

The Houston Astros got a glimpse at a potential star last season, but this year he established himself as a core player.

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Sep 22, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros left fielder Yordan Alvarez (44) is evaluated after an apparent injury during the third inning against the Los Angeles Angels at Minute Maid Park.
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Houston Astros Still Fighting to Get to Full Strength Before Playoffs

The Houston Astros clinched the AL West, but still have something to play for over the last few games of the regular season.

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Sep 18, 2024; San Diego, California, USA; Houston Astros starting pitcher Framber Valdez (59) pitches against the San Diego Padres during the first inning at Petco Park.
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Houston Astros Pitching Staff Considered Third-Best in Postseason

The Houston Astros have an elite pitching staff that is ready for the postseason, but they are not considered to be the best in baseball.

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Sep 20, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros right fielder Kyle Tucker (30) looks towards the dugout after hitting a single during the third inning against the Los Angeles Angels at Minute Maid Park.
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Can Houston Astros Slugger Redeem Himself After Horrid 2023 Postseason?

The Houston Astros will need their superstar slugger to have a much better postseason this time around if they hope to compete for a World Series.

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Aug 20, 2022; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; A detailed view of the hat and glove of Houston Astros right fielder Kyle Tucker (not pictured) against the Atlanta Braves in the eleventh inning at Truist Park.
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Houston Astros Breakout Prospect Further Proves Strength of Franchise

The Houston Astros have had a clear strength of their franchise over the past few years and their latest breakout prospect further proves it.

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Aug 4, 2023; Bronx, New York, USA; Houston Astros gloves and hats rest in the dug out during the third inning against the New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium.
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Houston Astros Quietly Have Another Elite International Pitching Prospect

The Houston Astros have a couple of key players waiting to take over in their farm system with another fast-rising international pitcher.

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Oct 22, 2021; Houston, Texas, USA; Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora looks on during batting practice prior to game six of the 2021 ALCS against the Houston Astros at Minute Maid Park.
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Could Boston Red Sox Manager Ruin Houston Astros Offseason?

The Houston Astros could have a wrench thrown into their offseason thanks to the Boston Red Sox manager having a key relationship with one of their stars.

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Sep 1, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros left fielder Yordan Alvarez (44) celebrates in the dugout after hitting a home run during the fourth inning against the Kansas City Royals at Minute Maid Park.
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Houston Astros Electric Slugger Has Taken Over Role of Team MVP

The Houston Astros slugger has become the most important player on the team.

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Apr 15, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud throws out one of the first pitches as the Houston Astros play against the Atlanta Braves at Minute Maid Park. All players wore #42 in honor of Jackie Robinson Day.
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Houston Astros Players Pay Homage to Texans in Pregame Outfits

The Houston Astros baseball players took the chance to show some support to the Houston Texans in their pregame outfits.

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Sep 2, 2024; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Houston Astros starting pitcher Justin Verlander (35) pitches against the Cincinnati Reds in the first inning at Great American Ball Park.
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Houston Astros Desperately Need World Series Veteran To Turn Season Around

The Houston Astros World Series veteran has seen his production fall off a cliff since returning from injury and the team will need him start playing better quickly.

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