Houston Astros MLB Playoffs

[kskboys]

Growing up in Houston, went to many games in the Dome….starting in the late 70’s or so. I even played in some games there in HS and college. Don’t get me started on that terrible playing field

Anyways, some names that I will never forget…..Joe Sambito and Mark Lemongello. Those funny names will always stick with me. I even saw Pete Rose break a record there but forgot which one.

Charlie Kerfield!!!!

And the original Pujols, Luis!!!!!

 

[MichaelWinicki]

Or if Sambito hadn't had medical issues and if Thon hadn't gotten drilled on the eye by a pitch. Before Correa, Thon was the best SS we'd ever had.

Geez I had forgotten about Dickie Thon being hit by Mike Torrez... Was watching that game on TV.

 

[MichaelWinicki]

Might be the best description I've read about the Alvarez homer... And it wasn't by anyone rooting for either team...

"Sammy M.

· 11h 40m ago

Tigers fan here, no dog in the fight. That homer by Alvarez felt suspended in the air forever, seemingly slowing down time. It was an absolute light tower of a blast, one of those "oh my god" moments, and I found it to be breathtaking as just a fan of the game. People in Houston will discuss it until the end of time, and I'm happy for those fans that have been through a lot these past few years. Congrats, Houston!"

 

[kskboys]

We let Johan Santana walk as a rule 5 draftee

 

[Cowboys_22]

Charlie Kerfield!!!!

And the original Pujols, Luis!!!!!

Fred “Flintstone” Gladding was a pretty good reliever in his time

 

[kskboys]

Of course, let's look at the flip side. We gave up the marvelous Josh Fields for Alvarez!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Oh, and it was from the Dodgers, makes it all that much sweeter!!!

And don't forget Larry Anderson for Bagwell, and prospects for Verlander!!!

 

[kskboys]

Fred “Flintstone” Gladding was a pretty good reliever in his time

Yes for a couple of years. I think he ate himself out of the league!!!

 

[MichaelWinicki]

BTW the "Light tower" comment in the above post I shared referred Reggie hitting the light tower in Tiger Stadium during the 1971 All-Star game.

 

[TheCoolFan]

The Astros are just unstoppable...they should win at least 2 more championships before their run ends. Their window is probably still 5+ years and I wouldn't be surprised to see them get Aaron Judge next. No team in the AL is close to stopping them

 

[WoodysGirl]

This Astros parade is insane!

Edit: Not there in person, but watching live on TV.

Folks have climbed trees and hanging out of parking garages. lol

 

[MichaelWinicki]

The Astros are just unstoppable...they should win at least 2 more championships before their run ends. Their window is probably still 5+ years and I wouldn't be surprised to see them get Aaron Judge next. No team in the AL is close to stopping them

No, the will not sign Aaron Judge.

This team is far more careful with their payroll than over-paying for a 30-yo slugger.

It would end up like the Angels when they signed Albert Pujols–A guy on the wrong side of 30 who will hamstring your payroll for years to come.

I wouldn't be shocked to see them let Verlander walk if he opts out.

Also I think you've seen the last of Maldanodo and Gurriel.

 

[RodeoJake]

No, the will not sign Aaron Judge.

This team is far more careful with their payroll than over-paying for a 30-yo slugger.

It would end up like the Angels when they signed Albert Pujols–A guy on the wrong side of 30 who will hamstring your payroll for years to come.

I wouldn't be shocked to see them let Verlander walk if he opts out.

Also I think you've seen the last of Maldanodo and Gurriel.

If Dusty returns, Yuli and Maldy will be back. Maldy is signed for next year and Dusty loves both. Personally, I think Maldy is a backup and Yuli is washed up.

 

[MichaelWinicki]

If Dusty returns, Yuli and Maldy will be back. Maldy is signed for next year and Dusty loves both. Personally, I think Maldy is a backup and Yuli is washed up.

Well it sounds like Baker and Click will both be back for next season.

I do hope they bring in some additional offensive weapons.

They need to lengthen their lineup.

DH, 1B and C are offensive holes (if you're looking at Yordan as being the LF).

 

[RodeoJake]

Well it sounds like Baker and Click will both be back for next season.

I heard that. I hope Click makes roster decisions that forces Dusty to play the best 9 instead of his favorites. Our offense was offensive this year. Pitching carried us to the title this year.

 

[Doomsday101]

If Dusty returns, Yuli and Maldy will be back. Maldy is signed for next year and Dusty loves both. Personally, I think Maldy is a backup and Yuli is washed up.

Yuli washed up? 347 in post season with 2 HR 4 RBI and struck out 1 time.

 

[RodeoJake]

Yuli washed up? 347 in post season with 2 HR 4 RBI and struck out 1 time.

He stunk in the regular season. He's 39 and his bat speed has slowed. We can't resign him based on postseason stats. I appreciate what he did in the playoffs, but his putrid hitting in the regular season can't be ignored.

 

[SuspectCorner]

This Astros parade is insane!

Edit: Not there in person, but watching live on TV.

Folks have climbed trees and hanging out of parking garages. lol

and NO burning cars

 

[SuspectCorner]

If Dusty returns, Yuli and Maldy will be back. Maldy is signed for next year and Dusty loves both. Personally, I think Maldy is a backup and Yuli is washed up.

Maldy is about the best defensive catcher in the AL, and Yuli struggled in the regular sesson coming off his AL batting championship in 2021… but he KILLED in the 2022 playoffs. Gurriel will turn 40 next season. Time to move on from him.

 

[kskboys]

No, the will not sign Aaron Judge.

This team is far more careful with their payroll than over-paying for a 30-yo slugger.

It would end up like the Angels when they signed Albert Pujols–A guy on the wrong side of 30 who will hamstring your payroll for years to come.

I wouldn't be shocked to see them let Verlander walk if he opts out.

Also I think you've seen the last of Maldanodo and Gurriel.

Tough decisions must be made if the team wants to keep winning.

 

[SuspectCorner]

Verlander opted out of his contract with Stros. Best of luck JV - until you run into the Astros, in which case I hope you get roughed up!