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Houston Astros starting pitcher Justin Verlander throws against the Baltimore Orioles during the first inning of a baseball game Sunday, Aug. 28, 2022, in Houston. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)

Verlander exits early, Astros hold on for win over Orioles

Associated Press

Baltimore Orioles designated hitter Trey Mancini (16) acknowledges the crowd during the ninth inning of a baseball game against the Tampa Bay Rays, Thursday, July 28, 2022, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)

Orioles trade fan favorite Trey Mancini to Astros

By Jacob Calvin Meyer - The Washington Times

Oakland Athletics' Chad Pinder (10) watches his grand slam in front of Houston Astros catcher Martin Maldonado during the third inning of a baseball game in Oakland, Calif., Tuesday, July 26, 2022. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)

Pinder slam lifts A’s, trade target Montas over Astros 5-3

By Michael Wagaman - Associated Press

Oakland Athletics' Tony Kemp (5) reacts after hitting a home run against the Houston Astros during the third inning of a baseball game in Oakland, Calif., Monday, July 25, 2022. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)

Tony Kemp homers, hits 2-run 2B as A’s beat streaking Astros

By Janie McCauley - Associated Press

Houston Astros' Yordan Alvarez reacts as he rounds the bases after he hit a solo home run during the fourth inning of a baseball game against the Seattle Mariners, Friday, July 22, 2022, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

Astros end Mariners’ winning streak at 14; J-Rod scratched

By Shane Lantz - Associated Press

Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Shohei Ohtani celebrates after striking out Houston Astros' J.J. Matijevic to end the top of the sixth inning of a baseball game Wednesday, July 13, 2022, in Anaheim, Calif. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)

Ohtani wins 6th straight start, triples in Angels’ 7-1 win

By Joe Reedy - Associated Press

Houston Astros' Martin Maldonado, right, is congratulated by Alex Bregman after hitting a three-run home run against the Oakland Athletics during the fifth inning of a baseball game in Oakland, Calif., Friday, July 8, 2022. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)

Urquidy, backed by Bregman, Maldonado, leads Astros over A’s

By Michael Wagaman - The Washington Times

Seattle Mariners' Kyle Lewis watches his a solo home run against the Houston Astros during the second inning of a baseball game, Saturday, May 28, 2022, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

Lewis homers, Gilbert dominant as Mariners blank Astros 6-0

By Shane Lantz - Associated Press

Houston Astros manager Dusty Baker Jr., left, looks on next to third base coach Gary Pettis, right, before a baseball game against the Washington Nationals, Saturday, May 14, 2022, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

Baker’s return reminds Washington fans of his contribution to the game

By Thom Loverro - The Washington Times

Houston Astros manager Dusty Baker Jr. (12) waves to the crowd as he is recognized before a baseball game against the Washington Nationals, Friday, May 13, 2022, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

Astros roll past Nationals in Baker’s return to District

By Patrick Stevens - Associated Press

Houston Astros manager Dusty Baker Jr. celebrates after a baseball game against the Seattle Mariners Tuesday, May 3, 2022, in Houston. The Astros won 4-0 giving Baker 2,000 career wins. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)

Former Nationals manager Dusty Baker wins 2,000th game

By Jacob Calvin Meyer - The Washington Times

Atlanta Braves' Freddie Freeman celebrates his home run during the seventh inning in Game 6 of baseball's World Series between the Houston Astros and the Atlanta Braves Tuesday, Nov. 2, 2021, in Houston.(AP Photo/Eric Gay)

Hammerin’ Braves win 1st World Series crown since 1995, rout Astros

By Ben Walker - Associated Press

Houston Astros' Carlos Correa celebrates his RBI single during the eighth inning in Game 5 of baseball's World Series between the Houston Astros and the Atlanta Braves Sunday, Oct. 31, 2021, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)

Correa, Astros rally past Braves 9-5, cut WS deficit to 3-2

By Ben Walker - Associated Press

Fans cheer after Houston Astros' Michael Brantley strikes out for the last out during the ninth inning in Game 4 of baseball's World Series between the Houston Astros and the Atlanta Braves Saturday, Oct. 30, 2021, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)

Astros a big zero in key spots, one loss from WS elimination

By Ben Walker - Associated Press

Former President Donald Trump and his wife Melania perform the tomahawk chop before Game 4 of baseball's World Series between the Houston Astros and the Atlanta Braves Saturday, Oct. 30, 2021, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)

Trump chops with Braves fans before Game 4 of World Series

By Charles Odum - Associated Press

Houston Astros' Jose Siri celebrates past Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Max Fried on a throwing error during the second inning in Game 2 of baseball's World Series between the Houston Astros and the Atlanta Braves Wednesday, Oct. 27, 2021, in Houston. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)

World Siri: Rookie propels Astros past Braves to tie Series

By Kristie Rieken - Associated Press

Houston Astros manager Dusty Baker Jr. stands by the trophy after their win against the Boston Red Sox in Game 6 of baseball's American League Championship Series Friday, Oct. 22, 2021, in Houston. The Astros won 5-0, to win the ALCS series in game six.(AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez) **FILE**

Motivated by late father’s words, Baker chases elusive World Series crown

By Kristie Rieken - Associated Press

Houston Astros starting pitcher Luis Garcia throws against the Boston Red Sox during the first inning in Game 6 of baseball's American League Championship Series Friday, Oct. 22, 2021, in Houston. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)

Garcia, Alvarez help Astros oust Red Sox, reach World Series

By Kristie Rieken - Associated Press

Houston Astros starting pitcher Framber Valdez celebrates in the dugout after the eighth inning in Game 5 of baseball's American League Championship Series against the Boston Red Sox Wednesday, Oct. 20, 2021, in Boston. (AP Photo/Winslow Townson)

Astros’ Valdez goes eight innings, beats Red Sox for 3-2 ALCS lead

By Jimmy Golen - Associated Press

Houston Astros players celebrate beating the Chicago White Sox 10-1 in Game 4 of a baseball American League Division Series Tuesday, Oct. 12, 2021, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast)

Altuve, Astros going back to ALCS after topping White Sox

By Jay Cohen - Associated Press