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The first MLB team in the Lone Star State, the Houston Astros (née Colt .45s) have plenty of history. We invented the domed stadium and AstroTurf. Yet one thing remains desired: a World Series ring. It looked possible in 2005, but it was not meant to be. Enter Jeff Luhnow. Having worked previously for our nemesis, the St. Louis Cardinals, Luhnow had the boldest idea in baseball history: tank SO loving HARD you get all the talent before everyone else (let's not talk about the 2013 draft). All fans had to do was #TrustTheProcess and wait for the tide to turn. The tide has turned. Off to their best 16-game start in franchise history, the Astros are primed to be the team to beat in the AL West, if not the entire American League. This, despite the fact the AL is terrible, and the NL is much better and is where the Astros should be playing. If you want to join the Astros Bandwagon, now's the time! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JvSXJ4_g228
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Marisnick's homerun today was 440 feet? 
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Apr 21, 2017 05:50
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I just want a Texas team to win the World Series. I don't give a poo poo who does it. Just cure me of my sadness, someone.
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Apr 21, 2017 06:30
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I'd be cool with the Astros winning a World Series game at this point  2005 hurt a lot
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Apr 21, 2017 06:45
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I remember seeing the 2005 Astros in person...at a Texans game. The 2-14 2005 Texans. They won that game, though!
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Apr 21, 2017 07:20
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Imagine being Brandon Backe, an outfielder converted to pitcher, hopelessly mediocre but extremely passionate about winning, playing for your hometown team, pitching the game of your life in game 4 of the World Series with 7IP 0R 5H 0BB 7K and getting zero run support and watching your team lose 1-0 because of your formerly untouchable closer Brad Lidge
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Apr 21, 2017 16:52
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I knew Marisnick was off to a hot start but I didn't realize he was slashing .308/.471/.538 He's gotten off to a monster start before though and managed to end the season hovering around the Mendoza line so I'm not going to get too excited
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Apr 21, 2017 17:47
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all-Rush mixtape posted:This, despite the fact the AL is terrible, and the NL is much better and is where the Astros should be playing. If you want to join the Astros Bandwagon, now's the time! Claiming my spot on the bandwagon. Also being in the West sucks. The Central was so much better. I'm an old man and I can't handle all these 9pm starts.
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Apr 21, 2017 18:29
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I can't really bandwagon, but just know if the Astros can make up for 2005 it has a very real chance of bringing a tear to my eye.
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Apr 21, 2017 20:13
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At least 2005 gave us the 18 inning game that Brad Ausmus, of all the people in the entire baseball-playing world, tied with a HR in the 9th But that world series hurt a ton, yeah
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Apr 21, 2017 21:32
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A clutch Ausmus game tying HR and an 18th inning walkoff from Chris loving Burke
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Apr 21, 2017 21:50
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Reid Ryan is talking on beIN Sports, a channel I get (unlike Root Sports Southwest)
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Apr 21, 2017 22:19
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reddit, my dude
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Apr 21, 2017 22:21
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Oh, I know where to find illegal streams. I just want convenience.
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Apr 21, 2017 22:25
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2005 was still awesome because the last game in Busch Stadium 2 featured Roy Oswalt dominating the Cards and the Astros celebrating an NL Pennant win. Too bad we had to sacrifice Brad Lidge for that moment.
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Apr 21, 2017 22:45
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Apr 26, 2017 02:35
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Astros bitch
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May 13, 2017 03:58
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I like it when the guys in orange shirts hit the ball.
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May 13, 2017 04:02
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I like that the Astros don't have a dumb checkerboard uni
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May 13, 2017 07:49
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Intruder posted:I like that the Astros don't have a dumb checkerboard uni These Astros are special, but they're not the Specials.
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May 13, 2017 18:25
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It's funny to think that when this thread was made the Astros were significantly less dominant than they are now Astros bitch
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Intruder posted:It's funny to think that when this thread was made the Astros were significantly less dominant than they are now When you know, you know.
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Jun 6, 2017 22:48
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lol I just realized we're about to be through the first week of June and the Astros division lead is almost as big as their total number of losses
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Jun 6, 2017 23:33
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How long has Adam Everett been part of the TV pregame crew? Because I'm cool with it.
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Jun 7, 2017 00:34
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ComposerGuy posted:How long has Adam Everett been part of the TV pregame crew? Couple of months now, IIRC.
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Jun 7, 2017 01:45
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The Astros are 44-19 and their SP situation is nearly as bad as the Mariners right now. Please don't be dead, Dallas.
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Jun 11, 2017 10:21
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Go Astros
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Jun 11, 2017 16:13
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So, when do we put Alfonso Soriano on notice?
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Jun 21, 2017 04:53
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Hey now, you're one of six All-Stars, get your game on, go play
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Jul 9, 2017 21:35
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The Astros bandwagon has begun taking applicants.
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Jul 9, 2017 21:37
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https://streamable.com/2ykg5
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Jul 9, 2017 21:44
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Astros posters, you guys are good folks. Savour every minute of your crazy Astros year, and pray Sports Illustrated doesn't put your guys on the cover. In summary, gently caress the Texas Rangers. Go Astros!
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Jul 9, 2017 21:50
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Kirios posted:The Astros bandwagon has begun taking applicants. I'm thinking of closing applications. Bandwagoners had their chance for three months to see how good the Astros are - if they're not already on it, their hearts are not really in it.
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Jul 9, 2017 22:19
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Jul 10, 2017 00:19
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shadok posted:Astros posters, you guys are good folks. Savour every minute of your crazy Astros year, and pray Sports Illustrated doesn't put your guys on the cover. Uh  Or did I get  ed?
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Jul 10, 2017 01:25
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If the Astros actually win the world series this year I am buying that magazine and framing it
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Jul 10, 2017 02:24
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Kirios posted:If the Astros actually win the world series this year I am buying that magazine and framing it Probably be cheaper to go find one now, then frame it if it actually happens. I'd have to think those things are going to be collectors editions if it actually happens. I have no idea where to buy 3 year old magazines though.
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Jul 10, 2017 02:44
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The all star break is gonna break the Astros.
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SI's shop only has the digital version https://backissues.si.com/storefront/2014/baseball-s-great-experiment-george-springer/prodSI20140630.html They're selling the cover for $20 though lol e: Someone's selling a copy on eBay for $80
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