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Exclusive Interview: Houston Texans Ambassador Ken Houston

Former Houston Oilers and Washington Redskins defensive back Ken Houston spent his entire 14-year career disrupting the offensive rhythm of opposing teams...

Written by Stephen Goff about 6 months ago 85 reads 0 comments
Five Most Effective Players For Houston Texans In 2008

NFL football teams win games through the utilization of strengths while capitalizing on mistakes, creating turnovers, managing ball control and exploiting opponent’s weaknesses When ...

Written by Stephen Goff about 6 months ago 169 reads 2 comments
Kubiak Looks to Plug Remaining Holes On Roster

When the Houston Texans hit the field for training camp, the team will officially begin its eighth season as a franchise...

Written by Stephen Goff about 6 months ago 177 reads 0 comments
Houston Texans Intend To Make Franchise History in 2009 Season

The Houston Texans continue to set ambitious, yet attainable goals for the 2009 regular season. Coach Gary Kubiak embarks on his fourth year at the helm after taking over a disgruntled team that finished 2-14 in 2005...

Written by Stephen Goff about 6 months ago 211 reads 0 comments
Ross Seaton Armed-and-Ready for Success

Houston Astros' right-handed prospect Ross Seaton possesses the necessary talent, mentality, competitive drive and work ethic to fit the profile of a prototypical, major-league caliber pitcher...

Written by Stephen Goff about 7 months ago 384 reads 0 comments
Cecil Cooper Can Breathe Temporary Sigh of Relief

Drayton McLane, Jr. spent the majority of his life building an exceptional business reputation as one of the greatest and most successful entrepreneurs in the United States...

Written by Stephen Goff about 7 months ago 93 reads 0 comments
Houston Astros' Mark Saccomanno Close To Making Dream a Reality

Houston Astros prospect Mark Saccomanno fulfilled his lifelong dream on September 8, 2008 by putting on a big league uniform for the first time...

Written by Stephen Goff about 7 months ago 155 reads 0 comments
Top 10 Moments at Minute Maid Park

Minute Maid Park celebrates its 10th anniversary this season as home to the Houston Astros. When the ballpark officially opened for the 2000 season, the initial name was The Ballpark at Union Station...

Written by Stephen Goff about 7 months ago 85 reads 0 comments
Houston Astros Opening Day Roster Predictions

The Houston Astros entered Spring Training seeking answers to several questions. Who's going to make the starting rotation? Who's going to be the starting catcher? How many games are we capable ...

Written by Stephen Goff about 7 months ago 261 reads 0 comments
Houston Astros Get a Win: Bust Out the Champagne

The Houston Astros have not tasted victory since their Grapefruit opener against the Washington Nationals on February 25. Since that date, they've spiraled downward to a 1-16-3 record...

Written by Stephen Goff about 8 months ago 62 reads 0 comments
Astros on Pace for All-Time Worst Spring Training Record

The 2009 Houston Astros may find themselves in the baseball record book for worst spring training record in history. After their recent 12-1 loss to the New York Mets, the Astros' Grapefruit League record fell to 1-16-3...

Written by Stephen Goff about 8 months ago 204 reads 0 comments
Pudge Passes Physical, Finalizes One-Year Deal

The Houston Astros can officially welcome future Hall-of-Fame catcher Ivan "Pudge" Rodriguez to the active roster. Rodriguez, the 1999 AL MVP, passed his physical in Orlando, finalizing the one-year, $1...

Written by Stephen Goff about 8 months ago 30 reads 0 comments
All-Star Boone Needs Open Heart Surgery

Aaron Boone's big league career has been a mixture of perseverance, success, triumph and overcoming adversity. The 36-year-old veteran infielder now faces the greatest challenge of his life: Open heart surgery...

Written by Stephen Goff about 8 months ago 20 reads 0 comments
Houston, We've Got Pudge

The rumors surrounding the Houston Astros interest in signing 14-time All-Star catcher Ivan "Pudge" Rodriguez became a reality when the future Hall-of-Famer agreed to a one-year, $1...

Written by Stephen Goff about 8 months ago 174 reads 0 comments
Brandon Backe Faces Slim Chance of Making the Astros Roster

Houston Astros right-hander Brandon Backe entered Spring Training with a chip on his shoulder. The 30-year-old Galveston native finished 9-14 with a 6.05 ERA in 31 starts last season. After undergoing career-threatening Tommy John surgery Sept...

Written by Stephen Goff about 8 months ago 184 reads 0 comments
Pudge Rodriguez Rumors Surfacing Again in Houston

The Houston Astros addressed the Ivan “Pudge” Rodriguez rumor earlier this spring by expressing their lack of interest in signing the 14-time All-Star and future Hall-of-Fame catcher...

Written by Stephen Goff about 8 months ago 38 reads 0 comments
Darin Erstad Represents True Meaning of Integrity

Houston Astros OF/1B Darin Erstad's honor, integrity, and overall approach to the game exemplify the true meaning of baseball. The Astros signed the two-time All-Star to a one-year contract prior to the 2008 season...

Written by Stephen Goff about 8 months ago 823 reads 0 comments
Astros Left-Hander Hampton Has Irregular Heartbeat

Houston Astros left-hander Mike Hampton traveled to Houston today to meet with team physician Jim Muntz after an EKG test revealed an irregular heartbeat. The test result, part of a routine physical, was discovered by Dr...

Written by Stephen Goff about 9 months ago 21 reads 0 comments
Houston Astros' Spring Training Insight

The Houston Astros' pitchers and catchers officially reported to Kissimmee, FL today to begin Spring Training. Despite all the negative publicity this past weekly regarding steroids in baseball, the 2009 season is a fresh beginning for all teams and fans.

Written by Stephen Goff about 9 months ago 62 reads 0 comments
Ten Reasons Kurt Warner Will Sign with Kansas City

The Kansas City Chiefs fired coach Herm Edwards after posting a 15-34 record in three seasons, including 2-14 this season. Since the hiring of Scott Pioli as general manager, it has been rumored that changes within the organization will occur...

Written by Stephen Goff about 10 months ago 2,702 reads 35 comments
Houston Texans Face Most Important Draft In Franchise History

When the Houston Texans hit the field for training camp this summer, the team will officially begin their eighth season as a franchise...

Written by Stephen Goff about 10 months ago 362 reads 6 comments
Astros Must Improve Pitching Rotation To Contend In 2009

The Houston Astros entered the offseason needing to restructure their starting pitching. In a NL Central division featuring the Chicago Cubs, Houston must also compete with Milwaukee and a refurnished St...

Written by Stephen Goff about 10 months ago 484 reads 0 comments

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Stephen Goff Article Archive

Exclusive Interview: Houston Texans Ambassador Ken Houston

Five Most Effective Players For Houston Texans In 2008

Kubiak Looks to Plug Remaining Holes On Roster

Houston Texans Intend To Make Franchise History in 2009 Season

Ross Seaton Armed-and-Ready for Success

Cecil Cooper Can Breathe Temporary Sigh of Relief

Houston Astros' Mark Saccomanno Close To Making Dream a Reality

Top 10 Moments at Minute Maid Park

Houston Astros Opening Day Roster Predictions

Houston Astros Get a Win: Bust Out the Champagne

Astros on Pace for All-Time Worst Spring Training Record

Pudge Passes Physical, Finalizes One-Year Deal

All-Star Boone Needs Open Heart Surgery

Houston, We've Got Pudge

Brandon Backe Faces Slim Chance of Making the Astros Roster

Pudge Rodriguez Rumors Surfacing Again in Houston

Darin Erstad Represents True Meaning of Integrity

Astros Left-Hander Hampton Has Irregular Heartbeat

Houston Astros' Spring Training Insight

Ten Reasons Kurt Warner Will Sign with Kansas City

Houston Texans Face Most Important Draft In Franchise History

Astros Must Improve Pitching Rotation To Contend In 2009

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