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Tyler Maher

Tyler Maher

Joined: Oct 23, 2023

Tyler grew up in Massachusetts and is a huge Boston sports fan, especially the Red Sox. He went to Tufts University and played club baseball for the Jumbos. Since graduating, he has worked for MLB.com, The Game Day, FanDuel and Forbes. When he's not writing about baseball, he enjoys running, traveling, and playing fetch with his golden retriever.

Apr 19, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros relief pitcher Josh Hader (71) and Houston Astros catcher Victor Caratini (17) celebrate after defeating the San Diego Padres at Daikin Park.
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Houston Astros Finally End Frustrating Inconsistency With First Winning Streak

The Houston Astros are finally showing signs of life after a late rally by their new stars.

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Apr 9, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; Houston Astros starter Hunter Brown (58) delivers a pitch during the first inning against the Seattle Mariners at T-Mobile Park.
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Houston Astros Ace Remains Criminally Underrated Despite Jaw-Dropping Start

Hunter Brown has quietly been one of the best pitchers in baseball for the Houston Astros.

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Apr 13, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros third baseman Isaac Paredes (15) rounds the bases after hitting a three run home run to left field against the Los Angeles Angels during the second inning at Daikin Park.
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Polarizing Kyle Tucker Trade Finally Paying Off for Astros

The Houston Astros' Kyle Tucker trade with the Chicago Cubs is finally paying dividends.

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Jun 1965; Unknown location, USA; FILE PHOTO; Cincinnati Reds infielder Tommy Helms at bat during the 1965 season.
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Former Centerpiece of Franchise-Altering Astros-Reds Trade Passes Away

A former NL Rookie of the Year and All-Star who played for the Houston Astros has passed away.

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Apr 11, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros first baseman Zach Dezenzo (9) center fielder Jake Meyers (6) celebrates right fielder Cam Smith (11) two run home run against the Los Angeles Angels in the eighth inning at Daikin Park.
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Astros Finally Bust Slump With Historic Power Display Against Division Rival

The Houston Astros finally broke out of their offensive slump in epic fashion against the Los Angeles Angels.

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Apr 8, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; Houston Astros shortstop Jeremy Peña (3) hits a single against the Seattle Mariners during the fourth inning at T-Mobile Park.
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Astros Suffering Extreme Power Outage After Brutal Offseason Mistakes

The Houston Astros could really use Kyle Tucker and Alex Bregman right about now.

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Mar 8, 2025; West Palm Beach, Florida, USA; Houston Astros manager Joe Espada (19) makes a pitching change in the third inning against the New York Yankees.
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Astros' Brutal Collapse Caps Miserable Day for Houston Sports Fans

Monday was a tough day to be a Houston Astros or Houston Cougars fan.

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Feb 22, 2025; West Palm Beach, Florida, USA; Houston Astros pitcher Luis Contreras (73) throws a pitch in the sixth inning against the Washington Nationals at CACTI Park of the Palm Beaches.
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Astros Choose Disappointing Replacement After Losing Starter To Freak Injury

The Houston Astros called up a struggling pitcher to replace Spencer Arrighetti.

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Aug 31, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros general manager Dana Brown (right) talks before the game against the Kansas City Royals at Minute Maid Park.
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Astros Boss Reveals Reason for Concerning Rotation Uncertainty

Houston Astros GM Dana Brown explained why their rotation is TBD for this week's Seattle Mariners series.

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Feb 22, 2025; West Palm Beach, Florida, USA; Houston Astros infielder Cam Smith rounds second base in the ninth inning against the Washington Nationals.

Astros Prospect's Former Coach Had Emotional Reaction to Opening Day Roster News

FSU head coach Link Jarrett was thrilled to see one of his former players make the Houston Astros' Opening Day roster.

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Mar 16, 2025; Port St. Lucie, Florida, USA; Houston Astros catcher Yainer Diaz (21) and right fielder Cam Smith (90) celebrate after scoring on a two run home run.
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MLB Analyst Makes Compelling Case Why Astros Will Win AL West Again in 2025

An MLB analyst and podcaster explains why the Houston Astros will repeat as division champs in 2025.

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Aug 12, 2024; St. Petersburg, Florida, USA; Houston Astros catcher Yainer Diaz (21) celebrates with designated hitter Yordan Alvarez (44) after hitting a three run home run against the Tampa Bay Rays.
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Houston Astros Surprisingly Dominate New Top 100 Player Rankings

Baseball America's Top 100 players list is unexpectedly loaded with Houston Astros.

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