Berkman feeling better, returns to workout
Lance Berkman said Wednesday morning his bruised left knee was feeling better. So much so that Berkman returned to morning workouts and was only prohibited from running, something he said he feels he...
View ArticleDay 39: Busy, busy day at Astros camp
What a day at Astros camp. The day began with the news the Astros had made nine roster moves, which essentially gave the starting catching job to J.R. Towles, and ended with Lance Berkman telling...
View ArticleCastro headed for surgery
Astros catcher Jason Castro, who injured his right knee stepping awkwardly on first base in Wednesday’s game against the Tigers, flew to Houston on Thursday and was scheduled to have surgery at 7:30...
View ArticleGame 1: Castro’s return, Johnson’s homer thrill Astros
The Astros began Grapefruit League action on Saturday afternoon at warm and windy Osceola County Stadium by beating the Washington Nationals, 3-1, behind strong efforts from seven different pitchers...
View ArticleCastro hopes draining of fluid and injection help ailing knee
The Astros have come to grips with losing shortstop Jed Lowrie for four to six weeks with an injury to a nerve in his right leg, but they are still unsure how long starting catcher Jason Castro will be...
View ArticleAstros shut down Castro for final 12 games
The Astros announced Tuesday afternoon All-Star catcher Jason Castro was being placed on the 15-day disabled list due to discomfort in his right knee and will not appear in a game for the remainder of...
View ArticleCastro undergoes minor knee procedure
Astros All-Star catcher Jason Castro underwent a minor surgical procedure Thursday in Houston to have a cyst removed from his right knee, Astros general manager Jeff Luhnow said. Luhnow said he expects...
View ArticleSpringer out of Astros’ lineup again
Astros rookie outfielder George Springer was out of the lineup for a second consecutive game Tuesday with soreness in his right knee/quadriceps area. Springer, who hit his 20th homer Saturday and...
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