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Hampton welcomed back to Houston by Astros

Mike Hampton donned an Astros jersey -- with Brad Ausmus' ol' No. 11 on the back -- and said Wednesday he was "excited" to rejoin the Astros.   Full story >
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Photo: Mike Hampton is introduced to the media by GM Ed Wade.  (Alyson Footer/MLB.com)
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2009 season ticket packages are on sale now

Become an Astros season ticket holder today. Purchase 2009 season tickets and catch Lance Berkman and the Astros at Minute Maid Park next season.   Buy today >
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Pitching the priority for Astros at Winter Meetings

Even if the deal with Mike Hampton gets done, Astros GM Ed Wade will head into the Winter Meetings next week looking to acquire more starting pitching.   Full story >
  •  Hot Stove Blog  •  Astros Hot Stove tracker  •  Winter Meetings coverage

Photo: The Astros are looking to re-sign Randy Wolf after his successful stint in 2008.  (AP)
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Time to vote in Valverde, Cooper for TYIB Awards

With voting ending Monday, the chance for fans to support closer Jose Valverde and manager Cecil Cooper for 2008 TYIB Awards is almost over.   VOTE NOW >
     TYIB Nominees: Closer     TYIB Nominees: Manager  •  Vote down to wire

 
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Get big savings on fashion caps and outerwear

Guard against the elements with big savings through 10:59 p.m. CT Wednesday. Buy one fashion cap and get another free, plus take 25 percent off outerwear.   Shop >
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No arbitration tendered to Astros free agents

The Astros said on Tuesday they declined to offer arbitration to any of their three ranked free agents: Doug Brocail, Randy Wolf and Mark Loretta.   Full story >
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Photo: The Astros won't receive Draft compensation for Randy Wolf.  (Keith Srakocic/AP)
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