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Astros News
- Greinke’s return to the mound came with a resounding thud as the Rangers pummeled the Astros to the tune of 8-1 last night (Astros.com)
- Afterwards, Greinke talked about why exactly he’s been giving up more home runs than usual (Twitter - Mark Berman)
- Odorizzi has officially been moved to the 10-day IL as he deals with his foot injury (Astros.com)
- Alex Bregman gets the nod this season as the Astros’ nominee for the Roberte Clemente Award (Astros.com)
- Garrett Stubbs’ brother and converted catcher C.J. Stubbs has entered the Astros’ top 30 prospects (Twitter - MLB Pipeline)
Around the League
- The Dodgers are heading back to the playoffs after clinching last night, but in what capacity still remains to be seen (MLB.com)
- The Cardinals are keeping it interesting in the NL after moving into the second WC spot (MLB.com)
- So just how good of a chance at winning it all do the teams competing for the WC have? (Sporting News)
- Ryan Braun is officially retired from baseball, but his legacy is so much more than what was left on the field (ESPN)
- The Royals are making some front office moves, promoting Dayton Moore to president and JJ Picollo to GM (ESPN)
- Looks as though T-Mobile Park in Seattle will be the host of the 2023 All Star Game (MLB Trade Rumors)