Starting pitching, minor moves likely focus

As GM Ed Wade enters the offseason, it will likely be a less busy one for the Astros than his first with the club. But that doesn't make it less important.   Full story >
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Photo: Retaining Randy Wolf will be a top priority for the Astros.  (Keith Srakocic/AP)

Place a deposit to see the Astros in 2009

Don't miss an opportunity to catch the Astros in 2009. Place a deposit and see ace Roy Oswalt at Minute Maid Park next season.   Place deposit today >
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Vote for Berkman as Pepsi Clutch Performer of Year

First baseman Lance Berkman, who led the Astros with 29 home runs and 106 RBIs in 2008, is one of six finalists for the 2008 Pepsi Clutch Award.   VOTE NOW >
  •  All-Star cast in the mix for Pepsi Clutch  •  Berkman's bio, stats  •  Astros gear

 

Recognize Berkman with a Hank Aaron Award vote

Lance Berkman is the Astros' nominee for the Hank Aaron Award, which recognizes the best offensive performers in each league, and you can help him win.   Vote now >
  •  Berkman swings for Aaron Award  •  'Hammer' inspires honor  •  Berkman's stats

 

Baseball pitches in with Hurricane Ike relief

To help provide relief to the local communities devastated by Hurricane Ike, MLB announced a $500,000 pledge to the Gulf Coast Ike Relief Fund.   Full story >
  •  Donate now to the Gulf Coast Ike Relief Fund  •  Astros' Hurricane Ike relief efforts

 

Streaky Astros fall just short of playoffs in 2008

After starting out slow in '08, the Astros made a late surge for the NL Wild Card behind a superb bullpen and powerful offense led by All-Star Lance Berkman.   Full story >
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Photo: Lance Berkman was one of four Astros to hit 20-plus home runs this season.  (AP)
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