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Astros Strong

Author : Houston Chronicle
Publisher : Triumph Books
ISBN 13 : 1641250550
Total Pages : 169 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (412 download)

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Download or read book Astros Strong written by Houston Chronicle and published by Triumph Books. This book was released on 2017-11-03 with total page 169 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: During three consecutive 100-loss seasons, Houston Astros management asked fans to be patient, promising them there was a plan in place that would result in success. That patience was rewarded with the ultimate prize in 2017, as the Astros knocked off the Los Angeles Dodgers in thrilling fashion to claim the first World Series crown in team history. During the regular season they ran away with the American League West, winning the division by a massive 21 games. Anchored by a dynamic offense and boosted by the late-season acquisition of a resurgent Justin Verlander, this historic team would not be denied on their way to the long-awaited title. Packed with superb coverage and vivid color photography from the Houston Chronicle, Astros Strong: Houston's Historic 2017 Championship Season guides fans through the Astros' entire amazing journey &– from the devastation of Hurricane Harvey and resiliency of the Houston community, to the Astros' quick work of the powerful Red Sox in the ALDS; from their hard-fought ALCS win over the young Yankees, all the way through their incredible World Series triumph over the dominant Dodgers. This commemorative edition also includes feature stories on Astros stars Jose Altuve, Carlos Correa, George Springer, and other fan favorites, and is a must-have keepsake for Astros fans of all generations.

The Story of the Houston Astros

Author : Adele Richardson
Publisher : The Creative Company
ISBN 13 : 9781583414897
Total Pages : 48 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (148 download)

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Download or read book The Story of the Houston Astros written by Adele Richardson and published by The Creative Company. This book was released on 2007-07 with total page 48 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Examines the history, players, and future of the Houston Astros baseball team.

Houston Astros, The

Author : Mark Stewart
Publisher : Norwood House Press
ISBN 13 : 1599534835
Total Pages : 50 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (995 download)

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Download or read book Houston Astros, The written by Mark Stewart and published by Norwood House Press. This book was released on 2012-01-01 with total page 50 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A revised Team Spirit Baseball edition featuring the Houston Astros that chronicles the history and accomplishments of the team. The Team Spirit series paints an engaging, detailed yet accessible picture of professional sports teams. By focusing on the history, great victories and memorable personalities, the books have an enduring quality that will not go out of date quickly. The text is enhanced with plenty of full color photographs as well as reproductions of vintage trading cards and team memorabilia.

Astros and Asterisks

Author : Jonathan Silverman
Publisher : University of Texas Press
ISBN 13 : 1477327452
Total Pages : 236 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (773 download)

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Download or read book Astros and Asterisks written by Jonathan Silverman and published by University of Texas Press. This book was released on 2023-07-18 with total page 236 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An in-depth and multiperspectival look at the Astros’ sign-stealing scandal and its roots in the culture of baseball fandom. In 2017 the Houston Astros won their first World Series title, a particularly uplifting victory for the city following Hurricane Harvey. But two years later, the feel-good energy was gone after The Athletic revealed that the Astros had stolen signs from opposing catchers during their championship season, perhaps even during the playoffs and World Series. Their methods were at once high-tech and crude: staff took video of opponents’ pitching signals and transmitted the footage in real time to the Astros’ dugout, where players banged on trash cans to signal to their teammates at bat which pitches were coming their way. Wry observers labeled them the Asterisks, pointing to the title that no longer seemed so earned. Astros and Asterisks examines the scandal from historical, journalistic, legal, ethical, and cultural perspectives. Authors delve into the Astros’ winning-above-all attitude, cultivated by a former McKinsey consultant; the significance of hiring a pitcher recently suspended for domestic abuse; the career-ending effects of the Astros’ transgression on opposing players; and the ethically fraught choices necessary to participate in sign-stealing. Ultimately, it links the Astros’ choices to the sporting world’s obsession with analytics. What emerges is a sobering tale about the impact of new technology on a game whose romanticized image feels increasingly incongruous with its reality in the era of big data and video.

Houston Astros

Author : Bill Brown
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781939055088
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (55 download)

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Download or read book Houston Astros written by Bill Brown and published by . This book was released on 2013 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Houston Astros: Deep in the Heart shares the stories of the plays and the players who have kept Houston returning to the diamond"from the sandlot days, through the birth of indoor baseball, to the state-of-the art experience at Minute Maid Park. By the time the Astros made it to the World Series, they had captured the heart of Houston. This richly illustrated volume chronicles every aspect of the long road they took to face the White Sox in 2005 and provides insights on the legends"Bob Aspromonte, Jose Cruz, Larry Dierker, Nolan Ryan, Joe Niekro, the Killer Bees, and many more. Packed with pictures never released to the public, each chapter increases fans' appreciation of this determined team. Memories and memorabilia from the team's playoff appearances from 1997 to 2001, their close call in 2004, and their triumphant march from tombstones to champagne in 2005 bring back the heyday, reminding readers how important it is to stay in the game.

Houston Astros All-Time Greats

Author : Brendan Flynn
Publisher : North Star Editions, Inc.
ISBN 13 : 1634943457
Total Pages : 24 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (349 download)

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Download or read book Houston Astros All-Time Greats written by Brendan Flynn and published by North Star Editions, Inc.. This book was released on 2021-01-01 with total page 24 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: They joined the league as the expansion Colt 45s in 1962, but they became winners as the Houston Astros. From the legends of the game to today’s superstars, get to know the players who’ve made the Astros one of MLB’s top teams through the years.

Houston Astros

Author : Anthony K. Hewson
Publisher : ABDO
ISBN 13 : 1098275381
Total Pages : 51 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (982 download)

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Download or read book Houston Astros written by Anthony K. Hewson and published by ABDO. This book was released on 2022-12-15 with total page 51 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This title introduces baseball fans to the history of the Houston Astros MLB franchise. The title features informative sidebars, exciting photos, a timeline, team facts, trivia, a glossary, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. SportsZone is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

Hurricane Season

Author : Joe Holley
Publisher : Hachette Books
ISBN 13 : 031648525X
Total Pages : 237 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (164 download)

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Download or read book Hurricane Season written by Joe Holley and published by Hachette Books. This book was released on 2018-05-01 with total page 237 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An inside look at the 2017 Houston Astros championship season, focusing on the epic seven-game World Series, the front office decisions that built a winning team, and the resilience of the city in the wake of Hurricane Harvey. On November 1, 2017, the Houston Astros defeated the Los Angeles Dodgers in an epic seven game battle to become 2017 World Series champs. For the Astros, the combination of a magnificently played series, a 101-victory season, and the devastation Hurricane Harvey brought to their city was so incredible it might give Hollywood screenwriters pause. The nation's fourth-largest city, still reeling in the wake of disaster, was smiling again. The Astros' first-ever World Series victory is a great baseball story, but it's also the story of a major American city -- a city (and a state) that the rest of the nation doesn't always love or understand--becoming a sentimental favorite because of its grace and good will in response to the largest natural disaster in American history. The Astros' miracle season is also the fascinating tale of a thoroughly modern team. Constructed by NASA-inspired analytics, the team's data-driven system took the game to a more sophisticated level than the so-called Moneyball approach. The team's new owner, Jim Crane, bought into the system and was willing to endure humiliating seasons in the baseball wilderness with the hope, shared by few initially, that success comes to those who wait. And he was right. But no data-crunching could take credit for a team of likeable, refreshingly good-natured young men who wore "Houston Strong" patches on their jerseys and meant it--guys like shortstop Carlos Correa, who kept a photo in his locker of a Houston woman trudging through fetid water up to her knees. The Astros foundation included George Springer, a powerful slugger and rangy outfielder; third-baseman Alex Bregman, whose defensive play and clutch hitting were crucial in the series; and, of course, the stubby and tenacious second baseman Jose Altuve, the heart and soul of the team. Hurricane Season is Houston Chronicle columnist Joe Holley's moving account of this extraordinary team--and the extraordinary circumstances of their championship.

Houston Astros

Author : J. Chris Roselius
Publisher : ABDO
ISBN 13 : 162968824X
Total Pages : 51 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (296 download)

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Download or read book Houston Astros written by J. Chris Roselius and published by ABDO. This book was released on 2015-01-01 with total page 51 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Inside MLB profiles each of the 30 franchises in Major League Baseball. Houston Astros is a beginner's history of the Astros, covering the beginnings of the franchise, the greatest and lowest moments of the team, and the best players and managers. Fun facts, anecdotes, and sidebars round out the story of each club, allowing your readers to get Inside MLB! Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. SportsZone is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

The Story of the Houston Astros

Author : Sara Gilbert
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781566600125
Total Pages : 52 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (1 download)

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Download or read book The Story of the Houston Astros written by Sara Gilbert and published by . This book was released on 2011 with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Although baseball has passionate fans in Canada, Japan, and many other countries, it will always be known as America’s pastime. In this updated version of the bestselling series, readers will learn the full history of each team, from the storied Boston Red Sox to the perennial powerhouse New York Yankees. Side panels and “All-Time Team” profiles enhance the historical narrative, spotlighting famous players and memorable moments, while spectacular photos capture all the hard-hitting, base-stealing action. The history of the Houston Astros professional baseball team from its inaugural 1962 season to today, spotlighting the team’s greatest players and most memorable moments.

Astro Legends: Pivotal Moments, Players, & Personalities

Author : Greg Lucas
Publisher : Team Legends
ISBN 13 : 9781681572239
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (722 download)

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Download or read book Astro Legends: Pivotal Moments, Players, & Personalities written by Greg Lucas and published by Team Legends. This book was released on 2024-04 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Major league baseball came to Houston, Texas in 1962 when the expansion franchise was born as the Houston Colt 45s. The team evolved into the Astros after moving to the Astrodome, sometimes called "The Eighth Wonder of the World." With more than 50 years in the MLB, the Astros created legendary players, games, and moments. The great Nolan Ryan established records during his Houston years. Both Craig Biggio and Jeff Bagwell became the first Astro legends elected to the Hall of Fame. Astro pitchers have authored eleven no hitters, one involving six pitchers and another featuring a pitcher who lost the game. J.R. Richards' career was cut short by a stroke after the careers of Jim Umbricht and Don Wilson were cut short by death. The Astros won two of the greatest games in World Series history in 2017 and an 18-inning playoff game in 2005 on a home run by an unlikely candidate. The Astros best reliever of all time, Billy Wagner, pitched his entire career with the wrong arm. And their second winningest starter, Roy Oswalt, may have saved his career by nearly being electrocuted. Colt 45 third baseman Bob Aspromonte promised a young boy he would try to hit a homer for him and succeeded three different times. Jimmy Wynn hit a homer in his hometown of Cincinnati that went so far it almost wound up in the yard of his boyhood home. The men who brought the major leagues to Houston and those who build the Astrodome plus many of the most unusual and great games are part of the Astros Legends. There are more than 103 Astros Legends included. The number a legend itself--the most games won by the franchise in a single season, achieved in 2018. Recently updated, the second edition of Astro Legends will include recent trades, wins, seasons, and more.

Liftoff!

Author : Brian T. Smith
Publisher : Triumph Books (IL)
ISBN 13 : 9781629376233
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (762 download)

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Download or read book Liftoff! written by Brian T. Smith and published by Triumph Books (IL). This book was released on 2018-07-03 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: After 55 years of waiting, Houston Astros fans were hungry for World Series glory. After three consecutive 100-loss seasons, some tantalizing tastes of playoff success, and a devastating hurricane that united a community, their patience was rewarded in dramatic, exuberant fashion. In Liftoff , Houston Chronicle writer Brian T. Smith expertly retraces the team's magical 2017 championship season as well as the moves and moments that made it all possible--the hiring of general manager Jeff Luhnow in 2011, drafting Carlos Correa with the first overall pick, the meteoric rise of Jose Altuve, the trade that brought ace Justin Verlander to Houston, and more. Featuring an unforgettable cast of characters both on the field and in the front office, this is the story of how the Astros went from empty seats to packed stadiums and, at long last, earned history.

The Houston Astros

Author : Mark Stewart
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781599530949
Total Pages : 48 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (39 download)

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Download or read book The Houston Astros written by Mark Stewart and published by . This book was released on 2007 with total page 48 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Presents the history, accomplishments and key personalities of the Houston Astros baseball team. Includes timelines, quotes, maps, glossary and websites"--Provided by publisher.

100 Things Astros Fans Should Know & Do Before They Die (World Series Edition)

Author : Brian McTaggart
Publisher : Triumph Books
ISBN 13 : 1641250585
Total Pages : 272 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (412 download)

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Download or read book 100 Things Astros Fans Should Know & Do Before They Die (World Series Edition) written by Brian McTaggart and published by Triumph Books. This book was released on 2018-04-16 with total page 272 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There's never been a better time to be an Astros fan, and this lively, detailed book explores the personalities, events, and facts every fan should know. Whether you're a die-hard booster from the days of the Colt .45's or a new supporter of Jose Altuve and Carlos Correa, these are the 100 things all fans need to know and do in their lifetime. It contains every essential piece of Astros knowledge and trivia, as well as must-do activities, and ranks them all from 1 to 100, providing an entertaining and easy-to-follow checklist as you progress on your way to fan superstardom. This World Series edition has been updated to include the team's 2017 championship season as well as a new generation of stars, including Altuve, Correa, George Springer, Dallas Keuchel, Justin Verlander, and more.

Houston Astros

Author : Conor Buckley
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781503828247
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (282 download)

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Download or read book Houston Astros written by Conor Buckley and published by . This book was released on 2019 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Profiles the Houston Astros baseball team, including its history, notable players, and team all-time career records.

Next Level

Author : Gallery Sports
Publisher : Triumph Books
ISBN 13 : 1637274556
Total Pages : 161 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (372 download)

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Download or read book Next Level written by Gallery Sports and published by Triumph Books. This book was released on 2022-11-22 with total page 161 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Houston Astros are 2022 World Series champions! After falling just short of the ultimate prize in 2021, the Houston Astros were hungry to prove they were simply the best in baseball. With All-Star pitching and a potent offense featuring Jose Altuve, Yordan &Á lvarez, and Kyle Tucker, Dusty Baker's 2022 squad raced through the postseason and defeated the Philadelphia Phillies to reclaim the World Series title.Next Level: The Houston Astros' Dominant Run to the 2022 World Series chronicles this remarkable year through in-depth writing from Gallery Sports and dozens of full-color photographs. Celebrate this extraordinary group of players and relive the top moments of their 106-win regular season and momentous playoff run, including sweeps of the Seattle Mariners and New York Yankees, and finally lifting the World Series trophy after triumphing over the Phillies.

If These Walls Could Talk: Houston Astros

Author : Lance Berkman
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781629377827
Total Pages : 256 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (778 download)

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Download or read book If These Walls Could Talk: Houston Astros written by Lance Berkman and published by . This book was released on 2020-06-02 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Throughout their history, the Houston Astros have been one of the most audacious and individual franchises in all of baseball. An Astros legend in his own right, Lance Berkman has both created and witnessed more than his share of that history up close and personal. In If These Walls Could Talk: Houston Astros, Berkman, with help from Astros beat writer Brian McTaggart, provides insight into the Astros inner sanctum as only he can. Readers will gain the perspective of players, coaches, and front office executives in times of greatness as well as defeat, making for a keepsake no fan will want to miss.