Justin Verlander on how life has changed as a father, and why he feels teams are "hiding behind the rebuild phrase" to not spend money Feb. 14, 2019. Chris Nelsen, Special to the Detroit Free Press
HOUSTON – High above left field at Minute Maid Park, hanging from a light tower in front of the stadium’s signature train tracks, there is a gold banner immortalizing the Houston Astros’ 2017 World Series championship.
On Monday, Astros third baseman Alex Bregman took aim during batting practice, spraying pitches with authority around the field.
Bregman, 25, is known for his hitting.