Berkman breaks top five in NL MVP Award voting

Lance Berkman's phenomenal first half put him in contention for the 2008 MVP Award, but he fell off the pace late to finish fifth on Monday's ballot.   Full story >
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Photo: Lance Berkman has finished in the top 10 five times in his 10-year career.  (AP)

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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Astros prospects hastening learning curve in Arizona

The Astros' prospects in the AFL, including pitcher-turned-outfielder Brian Bogusevic and Drew Sutton, are looking to gain new skills and advance quickly.   Watch >
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Photo: Brian Bogusevic and Drew Sutton play for the Scottsdale Scorpions. 

Save today with MasterCard at the MLB.com Shop

From now until 10:59 CT tonight, save with MasterCard at the MLB.com Shop. Use MasterCard and save 15 percent on your purchase of $100 or more.   Shop now >
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What a trip: Travel to see the World Baseball Classic

Book a travel package to Toronto, San Juan, San Diego, Miami or Los Angeles and see the world's best compete in the World Baseball Classic in March.   Book now >
  •  World Baseball Classic tickets  •  Classic coverage  •  Tournament brackets

Photo: The World Baseball Classic is scheduled to be played from March 5-23. 

Vote for Valverde, Cooper for TYIB Awards

Astros closer Jose Valverde and manager Cecil Cooper have been nominated for 2008 This Year in Baseball Awards. Voting ends Dec. 5.   VOTE NOW >
     TYIB Nominees: Closer     TYIB Nominees: Best Manager  •  Balloting under way

 
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