Houston Astros vs. Los Angeles Angels - September 21, 2024

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Recap

Box Score

Plays

Social

Odds

Standings

Scoring Summary

Teams

Angels logo, Angels 62-93, 1 0, 2 1, 3 0, 4 1, 5 0, 6 0, 7 0, 8 0, 9 2, R 4, H 10, E 1

Astros logo, Astros 85-70, 1 1, 2 2, 3 4, 4 1, 5 0, 6 0, 7 2, 8 0, 9 0, R 10, H 20, E 1

Pitching

WinnerR. Blanco (12-6)

LoserR. Detmers (4-8)

Scoring

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Bot 2Jose Altuve singles to center field. Mauricio Dubón to second. Jake Meyers to third. Victor Caratini scores.

Top 2Logan O'Hoppe doubles to deep left field. Mickey Moniak scores. Throwing error by Mauricio Dubón.

Bot 1Kyle Tucker doubles to right field. Yordan Alvarez scores.

What's Buzzing

Chronicle Astros

15m

Jose Altuve had his moments in 2026 but his production dipped and questions remained about his defense creating an issue of how best to use him. https://t.co/D4qGxvgHgs

Ben Palmer

10h

The 2019 Angels went 72-90 so clearly bullying the analytics department worked out great

Jonathan Lucroy

12h

In 2019, Brad Ausmus, our manager on the Angels, made the brain trust guys go do blocking drills with us. For context, Jose Molina was our catching coach. We were blocking 90 MPH sliders that day. The guys weren’t disrespectful or anything, they were actually cool guys, but

Astros Stats 📉

13h

I hope the Astros are taking notes right now.

MLB Trade Rumors

14h

Reviewing The Rays, Angels, And Reds Three-Team Trade https://t.co/r59laE9kll

Sarah Langs

The Brewers are the 10th team in postseason history to have each of their first 5 or more games of a postseason run decided by 2 runs or fewer 4th in the last 110 years, joining: 2024 Royals (1st 6) 2022 Astros 2010 Giants

MLB

The Brewers emerge victorious in Game 1!

Bleacher Report•11h

New Truths from NLCS, ALCS 🧐What we learned after Brewers take 2-0 lead, Guardians win Game 1 ➡️

Bleacher Report•13h

Family Bikes to 30 MLB Parks ❤️Dad and son covered nearly 10,000 miles to every team's stadium for charity 🎥

www.si.com•16h

How Allen-Dubon Deal is Today 🔍Astros shed salary in preseason trade 📲

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Ranking Top 25 Trade Chips For Offseason 🔢Why Reid Detmers and Zach Neto could be on the move ➡️

Bleacher Report•1d

MLB Postseason Winners/Losers 📊Biggest takeaways from first two rounds 📲

halohangout.com•23h

3 Yankees who could become Angels targets after Rays sent New York into offseason chaosThe Yankees are out of the playoffs and the Angels can capitalize by taking away some of their players this upcoming offseason.

Bleacher Report•2d

ALCS & NLCS Predictions 🔮4 teams competing for a World Series berth. Brewers can stop the 3-peat 📲

halohangout.com•1d

Angels suddenly face tougher managerial search after Alex Cora declines Phillies offerIf the Los Angeles Angels want a new manager one of the bigger names is off the board as Alex Cora does not plan to manage in 2027. Who else is out there?

climbingtalshill.com•1d

Four Astros prospects who could impact the major league roster in 2027After another season riddled with injuries, the Astros need to look at some young players to step up into major league roles.

halohangout.com•2d

Angels Rumors: Stan Kroenke could immediately fuel an ambitious Tarik Skubal pursuitWith Stan Kroenke's arrival looming, the Los Angeles Angels could be a surprise bidder for Tarik Skubal this offseason.

Bleacher Report•3d

Trent Grisham Landing Spots 📍10 destinations for Yankees OF next season after disappointing season 📲

climbingtalshill.com•3d

Do the Astros have a catcher upgrade option on the trade market?Yainer Diaz' trade value may be highest right now, but can Astros really replace him on the expected trade market?

Bleacher Report•4d

10 Greatest MLB Divisional Series Upsets 😮Reflecting on the most unexpected triumphs ➡️

climbingtalshill.com•3d

Houston Astros may have found a superstar in the making with Xavier NeyensAstros prospect Xavier Neyens led minor league baseball in this key statistic, indicating future strong success

Bleacher Report•3d

New FA Rumors and PredictionsLanding spots for buzzing players 📲

halohangout.com•3d

Angels have all the makings of a Jazz Chisholm Jr. landing spot if Yankees let him walkThe Angels should be punching towards the top of the free agent market this offseason, and one player near the top of the shortlist should be Jazz Chisholm Jr.

Bleacher Report•4d

Each Team's Biggest Roster Hole to Fix in Offseason ⚾The one personnel flaw Houston needs to address in 2027 📲

climbingtalshill.com•4d

Astros face Yainer Diaz dilemma: Is there really a better catcher available in free agency?Yainer's trade value may be it's best right now, but replacing him will be harder for the Astros than you think.

Bleacher Report•5d

Jazz's Best FA Fits📍Why the Angels would be an ideal fit for the two-time All-Star 📲

Bleacher Report•4d

🚨MLB Proposes Less GamesReturn of 154-game season. Opponent selection in postseason. Full MLB proposal to MLBPA here 📲

Bleacher Report•5d

Best Fits for Michael King and Casey Mize ⚾Why the Nationals should look to sign one of San Diego's free agents ➡️

halohangout.com•4d

Arjun Nimmala keeps power streak going with first AFL home runThe Los Angeles Angels new No. 1 prospect has shown off his power stroke since being acquired, and he's showing why he's a perfect player for the future

Bleacher Report•5d

Division Series Recap 🍿Yankees, Padres and Braves all eliminated. Tap to catch up on all the action 📲

Bleacher Report•5d

AL and NLDS Overreactions 🗣️Can anyone beat the Dodgers? Time to trade Acuña Jr.? 📲

Bleacher Report•5d

MLB Lays Out Lockout PlansNew details emerge on 34-page memo with team owners and high-ranking execs (The Athletic)

climbingtalshill.com•5d

How long will the Astros make Joe Espada twist in the wind before deciding his future?The Astros' season ended over a week ago. There is no reason to delay announcing his future any further.

MLB Postseason Buzz 🗣️

😬 Yankees defensive struggles ♨️ Padres-Brewers drama 📳 LIVE with insider Jon Heyman

Bleacher Report•6d

Predicting the Outcome for Each Team's Top Free Agent 🔮How the Astros will decide to keep or let go of their most coveted available player ➡️

halohangout.com•5d

Angels should exploit looming Red Sox dilemma created by Jarren Duran arbitration projectionThere's a chance that we're in-store for a low-key offseason once more this winter as the Los Angeles Angels wait out the impending lockout and the official clo

climbingtalshill.com•6d

Astros pending free agents: Who should stay, who should goIt's going to be a busy offseason for the Astros, who have a lot of decisions to make on their roster.

bleacherreport.com•1w

Build a World Series Champ 🎮Tap to play. Share your record in the comments ⬇️

halohangout.com•6d

Angels can't ignore what Zach Neto's arbitration projection is telling them this offseasonThe Los Angeles Angels yet again must make a choice on Zach Neto and his latest arbitration projection should nudge them in one direction.

climbingtalshill.com•6d

10 songs every angry Astros fan needs on their postseason rage playlistAstros fans, you have anger, rage, and frustration to get out of your body. These songs will help you.

Bleacher Report•1w

Ranking MLB's Top 50 Rookies 🔢Where the Angels' first-year players stand among the best in the league 📲

climbingtalshill.com•1w

Astros should move on from Christian Walker — Here’s who could replace himWalker has underwhelmed in two seasons in Houston and the team should move on. Here's how they could do it.

climbingtalshill.com•1w

What could life look like after Jeremy Pena for the Astros?Pena has established himself as the second-best player on the team behind Yordan Alvarez. Here are the potential plans for Houston if they move on from their A

Bleacher Report•1w

Players Who Were Worse Than You Think in 2026 ⚾Breaking down which Astro didn't perform as well as expected this year 📲

Bleacher Report•1w

Every Playoff Team's October X-Factor ❌Each squad's key to crushing the MLB postseason

Bleacher Report•1w

Realistic Offseason Trade Ideas 💡6 deals that would make sense this offseason 📲

climbingtalshill.com•1w

Should the Houston Astros trade Yainer Diaz? The catcher decision isn’t that simpleA new GM must weigh whether Diaz' positive bat will outweigh his negative defense, and if so, for how long?

halohangout.com•1w

3 Angels players who should survive the offseason but enter 2027 with everything to proveWe're about to enter a new era of Los Angeles Angels baseball, but before the sea change that comes with a new, deep-pocketed owner, we might see the franchise

climbingtalshill.com•1w

How to rebuild the Astros pitching staff: who stays, who goes, new targetsPitching was the backbone of the Astros dynasty era, and the biggest reason for this season's failures.

climbingtalshill.com•1w

Espada isn't Dusty, but the numbers say he deserves to be Astros managerEspada was tasked to do far more with much less, and the numbers say he absolutely did.

halohangout.com•1w

Angels should dream impossibly big with Bryce Harper trade if Phillies create offseason chaosIf the Philadelphia Phillies do entertain a trade of Bryce Harper this offseason, the Los Angeles Angels may not be a terrible fit.

Bleacher Report•1w

MLB Division Series Game 1 Recap 🎬Results, top highlights and more from every matchup Saturday 📲

halohangout.com•1w

3 free agents Angels should be dreaming about adding as they usher in a new eraThe Los Angeles Angels will be one of the most interesting teams during free agency given their ownership change and perhaps being a more attractive destination

climbingtalshill.com•1w

Astros arbitration eligible players: who should stay and who should goThe Astros have a lot of decisions to make, and status quo is definitely not the way to go.

climbingtalshill.com•1w

Four personnel decisions the Astros have to make this offseasonThe Houston Astros are at a crossroads, and hard decisions are coming this offseason.

halohangout.com•1w

3 individual Angels storylines worth celebrating from an otherwise lost 2026 seasonThe Los Angeles Angels had the worst record in franchise history in 2026, but there were still positive developments on the field.

Bleacher Report•1w

ABS Challenge Success Rate 📈How every MLB team did in first season with system 📲

Bleacher Report•1w

MLB Divisional Round Picks 🔮Predicting winners in postseason's next round 📲

climbingtalshill.com•1w

Yordan Alvarez stayed healthy and put together an MVP season for the AstrosWhen you line up the competition, no one really compares with Yordan's 2026 season.

Bleacher Report•1w

Luis Arraez Landing Spots 📍The best fits for Philly's star second baseman 📲

Bleacher Report•1w

MLB Rules Out Grand Teton GameRob Manfred won't pursue idea after doing 'due diligence' (The Athletic)

Bleacher Report•1w

Every MLB Team's Biggest Surprise and Disappointment ⚾Breaking down notable highlights and lowlights of Houston's 2026 season 📲

halohangout.com•1w

John Mozeliak's job could be saved because of his history working through the sale of a clubJohn Mozeliak isn't guaranteed his position for next season, but he has been the lead man during the sale of a franchise, and that might save his job.

climbingtalshill.com•1w

Astros' Tatsuya Imai's $18M decision: money or happiness?Let's be real. If he were happy here or wanted to be here, Tatsuya Imai would have emphatically said he's opting in. He didn't say anything close to that.

Bleacher Report•1w

Kevin Gausman, Shota Imanaga's Top Suitors 🛬Where Cubs' top SP free agents could end up signing ➡️

climbingtalshill.com•1w

From dynasty to rebuild: the Houston Astros must finally face their new realityEndings hurt, but they offer the chance for something new and fun again.

halohangout.com•1w

Angels get clear 2027 request from Mike Trout that includes another position changeMike Trout is eyeing another position change as the Angels map out their plans for the offseason.

Bleacher Report•1w

White Sox Eliminate AstrosChicago gets 1st postseason series victory since 2005 and will face Guardians in ALDS

Bleacher Report•1w

Wild Card Game 2 Slate Recap ✍️3 out of 4 matchups officially set. Results and top highlights from each Wednesday game 📲

halohangout.com•1w

Angels get Kurt Suzuki endorsement from John Mozeliak that already feels strangely hollowLos Angeles Angels interim GM John Mozeliak says he wants Kurt Suzuki back as manager, but it may not be his decision to make.

Big Jose Altuve HR 💪

B/R Walk-Off

@BRWalkoff

JOSE ALTUVE 💥 Astros cut the deficit to one run in the 4th inning 👀 (via @MLB)

Cam Smith Solo HR 🚊

MLB

@MLB

Cam Smith homers to the train tracks 😯

Jeremy Peña Solo HR 🚀

Mattingly, Espada on Hot SeatPhillies, Astros managers likely out if teams can't make deep postseason run (The Athletic)

climbingtalshill.com•1w

Four questionable decisions doom Astros in Wild Card round openerIn the regular season, the Astros do a great job of staying even-keeled and not overemphasizing any one game of 162. The Wild Card round is Best-of-3.

White Sox Game 2 Lineup 📝

Angels fans have waited long enough for the luxury Astros fans already take for granted When your favorite team is forced to watch the playoffs from home, it may be a little difficult to talk trash about other teams actually still playing. But when

climbingtalshill.com•1w

Astros players and fans are frustrated, but now isn’t the time to turn on each otherHouston fans have stood behind the Astros through championships, heartbreak, scandal, and everything in between. Frustration won't change that.

MLB Postseason Buzz 👂

🎯 Wild Card picks 👀 Manager situations 📳 LIVE with insider Jon Heyman

Bleacher Report•1w

5 Teams That Can Dethrone the DodgersAnalyzing which squads have the best chance to beat reigning champions 📲

Bleacher Report•1w

Astros Pitcher Calls Out Fans 😳Bennett Sousa unhappy with home crowd after Game 1 loss

Bleacher Report•1w

Wild Card Game 1 Slate Recap ✍️Results and top highlights from all of Tuesday's matchups 📲

halohangout.com•1w

Angels can't seriously consider Albert Pujols if he's still holding firm on wild demandsIf recent reports about demands Albert Pujols is making for his salary in a potential manager role are true, the Los Angeles Angels may have to look elsewhere.

Bleacher Report•1w

White Sox Silence Astros 🤫South Siders take Wild Card Game 1 to get first postseason win since 2021 📲

Altuve Legs Out Single 🦵

B/R Walk-Off

@BRWalkoff

Jose Altuve's infield single keeps the Astros alive in the 8th 👀 (via @MLB)

Astros Smash 2-Run HR 💣

MLB

@MLB

The Astros are on the board 🚀 Nelson Velázquez smashes a 2-run homer! #Postseason

climbingtalshill.com•1w

Astros Wild Card roster features surprise name that could shuffle Yordan Alvarez, Jose AltuveThe Houston Astros' Wild Card roster includes Raynel Delgado, which could lead to a curious plan for Yordan Alvarez and Jose Altuve.

Bleacher Report•2w

Ranking Postseason Starting Lineups 🔢Where the Astros' offense stands going into October ➡️

Astros' Wild Card Roster 🚀

Matt Kawahara

@matthewkawahara

Astros roster for the wild card round:

Bleacher Report•1w

MLB Wild Card Rosters 📝Check our your squad's postseason team here 📲

halohangout.com•1w

Brett Baty and 4 former top prospects Angels could rescue with offseason trade dealsIn all likelihood, the Los Angeles Angels becoming big-time players in the free-agent and trade markets won't happen until the 2027-2028 offseason. With the loc

halohangout.com•2w

Angels have lived the Mike Trout reality behind Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s revealing contract commentsAfter Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s controversial comments about his big contract, the Angels have to be thinking about Mike Trout and his big deal.

AJ Blubaugh Starting Game 1

Chandler Rome

@Chandler_Rome

The Astros are starting AJ Blubaugh in Game 1 tomorrow against the White Sox, sources tell @TheAthletic.

Tyler Wade Retires

Talkin' Yanks

@TalkinYanks

Tyler Wade has announced his retirement on Instagram. Congrats to one of the great dudes in the game

Bleacher Report•2w

ABS Increased MLB Game Times ➕Average time to play nine innings up nearly 4 minutes from last year (AP)

Bleacher Report•2w

🚨 MLB Playoff Bracket SET 🔒😱 Astros on wrong end of history 🔔 Phillies taking on Braves 📲 Recap of final day

Bleacher Report•2w

MLB Round-by-Round Playoffs Predictions 🔮How the Astros will fare starting in the wild card round ➡️

climbingtalshill.com•2w

Astros Get a Clean Slate in October as Playoff Baseball Returns to HoustonOctober baseball means everything that happened all year long no longer matters.

Bleacher Report•2w

Explaining Playoff Bracket ✍️Everything to know about Wild Card format, Divisional Series and more 📲

halohangout.com•2w

Building an Angels dream team from the greatest individual seasons of the Arte Moreno eraConstructing the all-time Los Angeles' team under Arte Moreno with his tenure coming to an end this offseason.

Bleacher Report•2w

MLB Draft Lottery 2027 OddsSee them here 📲

Bleacher Report•2w

Final Regular Season Power Rankings 📊How the Angels finished out the year 📲

Bleacher Report•2w

Last Day of Regular Season 🔥Phillies grab final Wild Card spot. Astros take AL West. Full recap here 📲

Angels vs. Mariners (09/27/2026)

Full highlights from Seattle Mariners' 7-3 win vs. Los Angeles Angels 🎥

Bleacher Report•2w

Playoff Field Finalized ♨️Standings after Phillies clinch, Astros win division 📲

Astros vs. Athletics (09/27/2026)

Full highlights from Houston Astros' 9-0 win vs. Oakland Athletics 🎥

halohangout.com•2w

The best Angels Silver Slugger winner every decade since award's inceptionThe Los Angeles Angels have had some great players win the Silver Slugger Award over the years. Let's look at the best winner from each decade.

Bleacher Report•2w

Biggest Winners/Losers of MLB Season 📊8 players and teams that have stood out this season for good and bad 📲

Angels vs. Mariners (09/26/2026)

Full highlights from Seattle Mariners' 8-4 win vs. Los Angeles Angels 🎥

Astros vs. Athletics (09/26/2026)

Full highlights from Houston Astros' 13-2 win vs. Oakland Athletics 🎥

Peña's 2nd HR of Game ‼️

Astros routing A's with sights set on division title

halohangout.com•2w

Angels' search to replace Kurt Suzuki gets early boost from Red Sox and Mets decisionsKurt Suzuki's seat was automatically hot when he agreed to a one-year deal with the Los Angeles Angels last winter. The general manager and the owner who were a

Bleacher Report•2w

Latest MLB Playoff Picture 🖼️Final NL Wild Card spot still up for grabs. Full standings with 2 days to go 📲

Bryce Teodosio's Unreal Grab 😯

IT'S TEO TIME IN SEATTLE ⏰

climbingtalshill.com•2w

Astros rookie Spence's 3 HR game is everything we love about baseballThere is simply no substitute for the incredible joy of unexpected greatness

halohangout.com•2w

3 Angels who won't be back as John Mozeliak begins putting his stamp on the franchiseThere have already been a lot of changes as John Mozeliak has taken charge of the Los Angeles Angels. We've seen him make big trades, like the deals that sent a

Bleacher Report

Ranking Playoff Teams' Rotations 📊Judging all 14 postseason contender's pitchers before games begin

Angels vs. Mariners (09/25/2026)

Full highlights from Los Angeles Angels' 7-5 win vs. Seattle Mariners 🎥

Astros vs. Athletics (09/25/2026)

Full highlights from Oakland Athletics' 6-5 win vs. Houston Astros 🎥

halohangout.com•2w

Angels hitters ability to hit with runners in scoring position should give fans hope for 2027The Los Angeles Angels still have a way to go before they will be near any World Series contention. They may not be as far away from their first playoff berth i

AL West Will Make MLB History 😬

Rangers, Astros could set new mark for least amount of wins for a team in the playoffs

Bleacher Report•2w

B/R's Undisputed MLB Outfielder Rankings 🔢Where Mike Trout stands as one of the top players at the position 📲

halohangout.com•2w

2 winners, 2 losers from Angels moving toward new direction with John Mozeliak and Stan KroenkeWith the Los Angeles Angels making some wholesale changes, let's take a look at some of the obvious winners and losers amidst all this change.

climbingtalshill.com•2w

Astros Prospect Anthony Huezo Underrated Among National WritersThe Astros have one of the most electric young prospects in baseball in outfielder Anthony Huezo, but the 20-year-old continues to fly under the radar with nati

Bleacher Report•2w

Updated MLB Free Agency Rumors 👂Latest predictions for top stars available this offseason 📲

climbingtalshill.com•2w

Yainer Diaz’s Hot Streak May Have Changed the Astros’ Plans for His FutureDiaz' hot streak has lasted long enough to now be considered a positive trend

Angels vs. Mariners (09/24/2026)

Full highlights from Los Angeles Angels' 6-4 win vs. Seattle Mariners 🎥

Astros vs. Athletics (09/24/2026)

Full highlights from Houston Astros' 7-5 win vs. Oakland Athletics 🎥

halohangout.com•2w

Angels’ Silver Slugger history a sad reminder of their undeniable failure under Arte MorenoThere's a narrative that the Los Angeles Angels have always been a disaster under Arte Moreno. That's not entirely the case. Moreno purchased the Angels from th

climbingtalshill.com•2w

These stats explain how the Astros have mismanaged the bullpenA look at the numbers that show the mistakes made by Joe Espada in how the bullpen has been managed.

climbingtalshill.com•2w

Astros Magic Number: What Houston must do to win AL West (and even claim No. 2 seed)The Astros have a unique opportunity to not only win the AL West but also get into the number 2 seed, which would afford them a 1st round bye.

halohangout.com•2w

3 Angels managerial candidates who could help Stan Kroenke finally change the cultureIt seems like Kurt Suzuki will be gone, and with new ownership coming in, a new manager should be able to handle the Los Angeles Angels' next steps

Bleacher Report•2w

1 Stat for Every Team's 2026 Season 🔢Summarizing how the Astros performed with a notable fact 📲

Bleacher Report•2w

2026 MLB Awards Picks 🏆Selecting the winners for every accolade in the AL and NL ➡️

Mariners Walk-Off Astros 🔱

FOX Sports: MLB

@MLBONFOX

The Mariners walk off the Astros in the 10th! The Astros remain tied with the Rangers at the top of the AL West at 78-80, but hold the tiebreaker.

Angels vs. Athletics (09/23/2026)

Full highlights from Oakland Athletics' 7-3 win vs. Los Angeles Angels 🎥

Ben Rice 2nd HR Ties AL Lead👑

It's now a 4-way tie for the home run crown 🎥

climbingtalshill.com•2w

Astros clearly learned their lesson one year after wilting in playoff chaseDespite another season rife with injuries, this year's team refuses to die.

halohangout.com•2w

Angels' best development of 2026 is why this season's finish feels unlike anything beforeThe Los Angeles Angels may finish with the worst record in franchise history, but they also have a lot more hope for the future given leadership changes.

climbingtalshill.com•2w

Yordan Álvarez made sure his team meeting worked in Astros' pummeling of MarinersAlvarez led charge from first inning on, backing up his words and leading Astros back to first place in the AL West.

Tightest Playoff Races 😯

MLB insider Jon Heyman breaks down chase for AL Central and AL West

AL MVP Race Heating Up ♨️

MLB insider Jon Heyman believes one candidate has an advantage

Verlander Tell-All with Mookie 🔥

Future MLB HOFer talks decision to retire, his three no-hitters, Kate Upton's viral tweet & more Presented by Panda Express

MLB Final Week Chaos ♨️

👂 Latest on Judge, Ohtani 👀 Tightest playoff races 📳 LIVE with insider Jon Heyman

Bleacher Report•2w

MLB Season Stat Leaders 🔢Yordan's triple crown bid, Miz chasing history. Numbers to watch down the stretch 📲

Bleacher Report

Ranking MLB's 10 Greatest Postseason Runs Since 2000 🏆Looking back on the Angels team that went on an epic playoff journey ➡️

halohangout.com•2w

Complete list of Angels free agents with final predictions for who stays and who leaves in 2027The Los Angeles Angels will have six free agents this offseason, and it's hard to make a case for any of them to return.

Angels vs. Athletics (09/22/2026)

Full highlights from Oakland Athletics' 9-7 win vs. Los Angeles Angels 🎥

climbingtalshill.com•2w

Yordan Alvarez takes Astros' playoff pressure on his shoulders after post-Braves rallying cryIt was a rare instance of Alvarez speaking up, and his teammates better have taken notice.