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Astros draft former MLB outfielder Gose, hoping he can pitch

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This image provided by Sports Illustrated shows the cover for the December issue of the magazine, featuring Houston Astros' Jose Altuve, left, and Houston Texans' J.J. Watt. On Monday, Dec. 4, 2017, the two were honored by Sports Illustrated when they were given the magazine’s prestigious Sportsperson of the Year award. (Sports Illustrated via AP)

Watt and Altuve share SI’s Sportsperson of the Year award

By KRISTIE RIEKEN - Associated Press

FILE - In this Oct. 9, 2017, file photo, Houston Astros designated hitter Carlos Beltran takes a swing during the ninth inning of Game 4 of baseball's American League Division Series, in Boston. Beltran is retiring after winning his first World Series title in his 20th major league season. The 40-year-old made the announcement Monday, Nov. 13, 2017, 12 days after the Houston Astros beat the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 7 of the World Series. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa, File) **FILE**

Carlos Beltran retires at 40 after winning 1st World Series title

By Kristie Rieken - Associated Press

Astros fans toss up woman's lost baseball cap in parking garage, floor by floor (Credit: Twitter/Josh Pherigo via Storyful)

WATCH VIDEO: Astros fans toss up woman’s lost baseball cap in parking garage, floor by floor

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Fans cheer as the Houston Astros return to Minute Maid Park after winning the 2017 World Series, Thursday, Nov. 2, 2017, in Houston. (Jon Shapley/Houston Chronicle via AP)

The Latest: World Series MVP Springer thanks Astros fans

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Houston Astros' Jose Altuve and Jake Marisnick celebrate after Game 7 of baseball's World Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2017, in Los Angeles. The Astros won 5-1 to win the series 4-3. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)

World Series champion Astros hold off on White House talk

By JOSHUA KOCH - Associated Press

Fans cheer as the Houston Astros return to Minute Maid Park after winning the 2017 World Series, Thursday, Nov. 2, 2017, in Houston. (Jon Shapley/Houston Chronicle via AP)

Cheering fans greet World Series champion Houston Astros

By JUAN A. LOZANO - Associated Press

Houston Astros' Charlie Morton reacts after Game 7 of baseball's World Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2017, in Los Angeles. The Astros won 5-1 to win the series 4-3. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

Astros win 1st World Series crown, top Dodgers 5-1 in Game 7

By BEN WALKER - Associated Press

This Sept. 16, 2017 photo provided by Brianne Bueno shows the home of Beatrice and Dominique Gerard, which was damaged by flooding during Hurricane Harvey In Angleton, Texas. Bueno, Gerards' granddaughter, helped organize a raffle on Facebook in which her family gave away two World Series tickets they had bought in order to raise money to help repair the Gerard's home. The fundraising effort which collected about $10,000, was one example of the economic boost the Astros' run to a World Series championship provided to local families and businesses in the wake of Harvey. (Brianne Bueno via AP)

Houston family, businesses benefit from World Series run

By JUAN A. LOZANO - Associated Press

The Houston Astros celebrate after their win against the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 7 of baseball's World Series Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2017, in Los Angeles. The Astros won 5-1 to win the series 4-3. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)

Astros beat Dodgers win franchise’s first ever World Series

By Ben Walker - Associated Press

FILE - In this Oct. 27, 2017, file photo, Houston Astros starting pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. throws against the Los Angeles Dodgers during the first inning of Game 3 of baseball's World Series in Houston. McCullers headed into Game 6 of the World Series not knowing whether he would be attempting to close out a championship or starting Game 7 on Wednesday, Nov. 1. Several hours later, McCullers learned he will be on the mound for the biggest game in Astros history. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum, File)

The Latest: Astros romp past Dodgers for 1st title

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Houston Astros' Carlos Correa celebrates with Yuli Gurriel during the sixth inning of Game 7 of baseball's World Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2017, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)

Houston Astros win World Series

By Ben Walker - Associated Press

FILE - In this Oct. 27, 2017, file photo, Houston Astros starting pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. throws against the Los Angeles Dodgers during the first inning of Game 3 of baseball's World Series in Houston. McCullers headed into Game 6 of the World Series not knowing whether he would be attempting to close out a championship or starting Game 7 on Wednesday, Nov. 1. Several hours later, McCullers learned he will be on the mound for the biggest game in Astros history. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum, File)

Dodgers, Astros push their wonderful World Series to Game 7

By GREG BEACHAM - Associated Press

Houston Astros starting pitcher Justin Verlander walks aback to the dugout after the Los Angeles Dodgers scored two runs during the sixth inning of Game 6 of baseball's World Series Tuesday, Oct. 31, 2017, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)

Verlander vanquished: Astros lose lead, Dodgers force Game 7

By BEN WALKER - Associated Press

Los Angeles Dodgers' Joc Pederson celebrates his home run off against the Houston Astros during the seventh inning of Game 6 of baseball's World Series Tuesday, Oct. 31, 2017, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)

Dodgers beat Astros 3-1, force World Series to Game 7

By RONALD BLUM - Associated Press

Los Angeles Dodgers relief pitcher Kenley Jansen sits in the dugout during the ninth inning of Game 2 of baseball's World Series against the Houston Astros Wednesday, Oct. 25, 2017, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

Beleaguered bullpens for Astros, Dodgers in World Series

By STEPHEN HAWKINS - Associated Press

Houston Astros' Alex Bregman hits the game winning single during Game 5 of baseball's World Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers Monday, Oct. 30, 2017, in Houston. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)

Usually automatic Jansen’s loss has Dodgers down in Series

By STEPHEN HAWKINS - Associated Press

Los Angeles Dodgers' Cody Bellinger reacts after hitting a double during the seventh inning of Game 4 of baseball's World Series against the Houston Astros Saturday, Oct. 28, 2017, in Houston. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)

Giles falters again, Astros lose to Dodgers 6-2 in Game 4

By Ronald Blum - Associated Press

Los Angeles Dodgers' Corey Seager celebrates after a two-run home run off Houston Astros starting pitcher Justin Verlander during the sixth inning of Game 2 of baseball's World Series Wednesday, Oct. 25, 2017, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)

Verlander, Keuchel and more convinced baseballs are juiced

By RONALD BLUM - Associated Press

Houston Astros' Yuli Gurriel is congratulated by George Springer after hitting a home run during the second inning of Game 3 of baseball's World Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers Friday, Oct. 27, 2017, in Houston. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)

The Latest: Astros take wild Game 5, take 3-2 lead to LA

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