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Milone and Athletics Fall Short Against Astros

Milone and Athletics Fall Short Against Astros

HOUSTON, TEXAS (AP)–Tommy Milone said he had his best outing of the year Sunday against the Astros. Milone, however, could not get out of the seventh. Collin McHugh allowed two hits over 8 2-3 stellar innings as Houston beat the

Texas-Based Gulf Cartel Operative Gets Life Sentence

Texas-Based Gulf Cartel Operative Gets Life Sentence

38-year-old Daniel Nuñez, also known as “El Comandante,” was sentenced to life in prison for drug conspiracy and money laundering.  Nuñez had strong ties to the notorious Gulf Cartel.  The Gulf Cartel reportedly arranged the transporting of drugs from Mexico to

Oakland Downs Astros Again 12-5

Oakland Downs Astros Again 12-5

HOUSTON, TEXAS (AP)–Oakland’s offense went cold after the A’s jumped out to an early lead against Houston on Friday night. When they finally rediscovered it in the ninth inning, almost everybody got in on the action. Daric Barton and Josh

Daniels' 3 Sends Rockets Over Blazers 121-116

Daniels' 3 Sends Rockets Over Blazers 121-116

PORTLAND, OREGON (AP)–Troy Daniels hit a 3-pointer with 11.9 seconds left and the Houston Rockets narrowed Portland’s first-round playoff advantage to 2-1 with a 121-116 overtime victory over the Trail Blazers on Friday night. James Harden broke out of a

Errors, Pitching Doom Astros in 10-1 Loss to A's

Errors, Pitching Doom Astros in 10-1 Loss to A's

HOUSTON, TEXAS (AP)–The Houston Astros made five errors, gave up 10 runs and had a pitcher ejected Thursday night against the Oakland Athletics. And all that came before Oakland’s Jed Lowrie called them out after the 10-1 win by the

Southwest Airlines Posts a Record 1Q Profit

Southwest Airlines Posts a Record 1Q Profit

DALLAS, TEXAS (AP)– Southwest Airlines says it made a record $152 million in the first quarter, more than doubling the $59 million profit it had during the same time last year. The strong profit during a time of year that

American Airlines Swings to $480M 1Q Profit

American Airlines Swings to $480M 1Q Profit

DALLAS, TEXAS (AP)–American Airlines is making money again and beating expectations after its merger with US Airways. The company posted earnings of $480 million Thursday, a record for the first quarter, which is usually the weakest three-month period for airlines

Mavs Roll Past Spurs 113-92, Even Series at 1-1

Mavs Roll Past Spurs 113-92, Even Series at 1-1

SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS (AP)–Blowing their playoff opener turned out to be great therapy for the Dallas Mavericks. Eighth-seeded Dallas rolled to a 113-92 victory over San Antonio on Wednesday night, snapping a 10-game skid against the Spurs and evening their

Perez Help Rangers Sweep A's with 3-0 Win

Perez Help Rangers Sweep A's with 3-0 Win

OAKLAND, CALIF.–With the Texas rotation ravaged by injuries early in the season, Martin Perez has more than filled the void. Perez pitched his second consecutive shutout to extend his scoreless innings streak to 26 and the Texas Rangers wrapped up

Astros Fail to Sweep Seattle, Fall 5-3 in 9th

Astros Fail to Sweep Seattle, Fall 5-3 in 9th

SEATTLE, WASH. (AP)–Josh Fields knew he wasn’t as sharp as the previous two nights, when he saved games against the Mariners. Kyle Seager noticed, as well, jumping on a first-pitch fastball and ending Houston’s hope of sweeping Seattle. “As soon

Rangers Rally for Two Runs in Ninth to Beat A's

Rangers Rally for Two Runs in Ninth to Beat A's

OAKLAND, CA. (AP)–Michael Choice acknowledged it was an extra special victory. Playing against his former team, and leading off for the first time with his new squad, Choice had to smile. Choice singled in the go-ahead run in the ninth

McHugh Strikes Out 12 as Astros Beat Seattle 5-2

McHugh Strikes Out 12 as Astros Beat Seattle 5-2

SEATTLE, WASH. (AP)–Collin McHugh didn’t know he was starting Tuesday until late the night before. When he took the mound, he surprised just about everyone with his performance. McHugh struck out a career-high 12 in his season debut to lead

Athletics Surrender Early Lead, Lose to Rangers

Athletics Surrender Early Lead, Lose to Rangers

OAKLAND, CALIFORNIA (AP)–The Oakland Athletics had jumped out to an early lead against Yu Darvish, a pitcher they have owned of late. Looking to build off a weekend sweep of the Astros, the A’s couldn’t hold their lead and lost

Texas Nonprofit Search Group Sues FAA Over Drone Ban

Texas Nonprofit Search Group Sues FAA Over Drone Ban

HOUSTON, TEXAS (AP)–A Texas-based group involved in searches for missing persons around the nation filed a lawsuit on Monday asking a federal court to set aside an order that prohibits the nonprofit from employing drones in its work. Texas EquuSearch

Dominguez Homers to Lead Astros Over Mariners

Dominguez Homers to Lead Astros Over Mariners

SEATTLE, WASHINGTON (AP)–Lloyd McClendon has exhibited patience during the young season and he’s not deviating from that approach. Not even as the Seattle Mariners saw their losing streak reach seven games on Monday night, courtesy of a 7-2 loss to the

Aldridge Leads Portland Over Houston 122-120 in OT

Aldridge Leads Portland Over Houston 122-120 in OT

HOUSTON, TEXAS (AP)–LaMarcus Aldridge had just fouled out late in overtime after scoring a career-high and franchise playoff-record 46 points when he went to Portland teammate Damian Lillard with a simple message. “I said: ‘Take it over,’” Aldridge said. Lillard

Duncan Scores 27 Points, Spurs Beat Mavs 90-85

Duncan Scores 27 Points, Spurs Beat Mavs 90-85

SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS (AP)–The Spurs rode the wide shoulders of Tim Duncan to victory. The Mavericks were not going to let San Antonio beat them with 3-pointers, and they did not want Tony Parker using the lane as his personal

Not Much Offense for Astros in 4-1 Loss to A's

Not Much Offense for Astros in 4-1 Loss to A's

OAKLAND, CALIFORNIA (AP)–Making his first start of the season while working on three days of rest, Houston pitcher Brad Peacock knew he was on a short leash. The way the Astros have been shut down at the plate lately, it

Rangers Drop Series Finale to White Sox 16-2

Rangers Drop Series Finale to White Sox 16-2

ARLINGTON, TEXAS (AP)–Robbie Ross hadn’t allowed an earned run in his previous two starts, and the Texas Rangers had won five games in a row. They are not planning to let one strange and lopsided game affect how much better

Halliburton Posts $622M in 1st-Qtr Net Income

Halliburton Posts $622M in 1st-Qtr Net Income

HOUSTON, TEXAS (AP)–Halliburton says it was profitable in the first-quarter after reporting a loss for the period a year ago. Its latest results topped Wall Street expectations, and its shares edged up in premarket trading Monday. Halliburton sells services to