Astros 4, Twins 1

October 9th, 2009 Former Washington manager to interview with AstrosHOUSTON — Former Washington Nationals manager Manny Acta says he's been contacted by the Houston Astros about their managerial opening. "To interview with the Astros is very exciting," Acta told Houston television station KRIV on Friday.

October 9th, 2009 Washington manager to interview for Astros jobHOUSTON — Former Washington Nationals manager Manny Acta says he's been contacted by the Houston Astros about their managerial opening. "To interview with the Astros is very exciting," Acta told Houston television station KRIV on Friday.

September 23rd, 2009 Duensing, Punto pace Twins to 8-6 win over ChisoxCHICAGO — Brian Duensing won his fifth straight decision and the Minnesota Twins stayed on the heels of first-place Detroit in the AL Central with their ninth victory in the last 10 games, beating the Chicago White 8-6 on Wednesday night. Nick Punto had three RBIs as the Twins completed a three-game sweep at U.S.

August 20th, 2009 Pudge back in starting lineup for Texas RangersARLINGTON, Texas — Ivan Rodriguez is the starting lineup for the Texas Rangers, a day after rejoining his old team in a trade with Houston. The popular catcher nicknamed "Pudge" will hit eighth in Wednesday night's game against the Minnesota Twins.

July 29th, 2009 Astros reliever Wright taken to hospitalCHICAGO — Astros reliever Wesley Wright was diagnosed with dehydration after being rushed to the hospital following Houston's 11-6 win over the Chicago Cubs. In a statement early Wednesday, the Astros said the symptoms are similar to those of an appendicitis.

July 15th, 2009 Twins recall Mulvey, option MoralesMINNEAPOLIS — The Minnesota Twins have recalled right-hander Kevin Mulvey from Triple-A Rochester to add some depth to their bullpen. Mulvey was 3-6 with a 3.93 ERA in 17 starts for the Red Wings this year.

July 11th, 2009 Astros option INF Kata to minorsHOUSTON — The Houston Astros have optioned infielder Matt Kata to Triple-A Round Rock to make room for catcher Chris Coste, who was acquired off waivers from Philadelphia. Coste, 36, who was claimed on Friday, is due to join the Astros on Saturday.

July 2nd, 2009 Astros claim INF Duran off waiversSAN DIEGO — The Houston Astros have claimed infielder German Duran off waivers from the Texas Rangers. Duran, who had an appendectomy on June 11 and was placed on the disabled list, was claimed by the Astros on Wednesday.

June 22nd, 2009 Twins designate Ayala for assignmentMINNEAPOLIS — The Minnesota Twins have designated reliever Luis Ayala for assignment in the latest move to address their struggling bullpen. Ayala was 1-2 with a 4.18 ERA in 28 appearances this season.

June 21st, 2009 Astros 6, Twins 5DP_Minnesota 1. LOB_Houston 3, Minnesota 4.

June 21st, 2009 Wandy Rodriguez stymies Twins in Astros' 4-1 winMINNEAPOLIS — Wandy Rodriguez pitched seven strong innings for his first win in more than a month and the Houston Astros beat the Minnesota Twins 4-1 on Sunday. Rodriguez (6-6), who was 0-4 with a 6.93 ERA in his previous five starts, gave up only Michael Cuddyer's home run through the first six innings.

June 21st, 2009 Berkman and Bourn homer to lead Astros past TwinsMINNEAPOLIS — The Houston Astros haven't had a lot of luck when trailing late in games this year. Fortunately for them, Minnesota's relievers haven't been so great holding onto leads recently.

June 20th, 2009 Slowey wins his 10th game, Twins beat Astros 5-2MINNEAPOLIS — Kevin Slowey became the second 10-game winner in the majors, and the Minnesota Twins went back to small ball Friday to beat Roy Oswalt and the Houston Astros 5-2. Slowey (10-2) didn't have his usual control during his six innings, walking Michael Bourn and Lance Berkman twice each to match his career high, but he scattered three singles and surrendered only Bourn's sacrifice fly in the third.

June 20th, 2009 Twins 5, Astros 2DP_Houston 3, Minnesota 1. LOB_Houston 4, Minnesota 6.

June 17th, 2009 Astros activate Matsui off DL, put Blum on itARLINGTON, Texas — Houston Astros second baseman Kazuo Matsui has been activated from the 15-day disabled list, and infielder Geoff Blum has been placed on the DL. The Astros made the move before Tuesday night's game against the Texas Rangers.