Dylan Sanders

Dylan Sanders

Dylan Sanders graduated from Louisiana State University with a degree from the Manship School of Mass Communication in 2023. He was born in raised in Baton Rouge, LA but has also lived in Buffalo, NY. Though he is a recent graduate, he has been writing about sports since he was in high school, covering different sports from baseball to football. While in college, he wrote for the school paper The Reveille and for 247Sports. He was able cover championships in football, baseball and women's basketball during his time at LSU. He has also spent a few years covering the NFL draft and every day activities of the New Orleans Saints. He is a Senior Writer at Inside the Marlins and will also be found across Sports Illustrated's baseball sites as a contributing writer. You can follow him on Twitter or Instagram @dillysanders

Oct 1, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros pitcher Framber Valdez (59) throws a pitch in the first inning against the Detroit Tigers in game one of the Wild Card round for the 2024 MLB Playoffs at Minute Maid Park.
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Proposed Houston Astros Blockbuster Trade Would Be Massive Mistake

The Houston Astros have been very bust this offseason, but should draw the line at trading away their ace.

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Aug 31, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros relief pitcher Ryan Pressly (55) reacts after the final out during the ninth inning against the Kansas City Royals at Minute Maid Park.
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Houston Astros Star Has Reportedly Turned Down Trade to Blue Jays, Coastal Teams

The Houston Astros star reliever's trade market is growing as the Toronto Blue Jays have now thrown their hat into the ring.

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Oct 5, 2019; Houston, TX, USA; Former Astros' Billy Wagner throws out the first pitch prior to the game between the Tampa Bay Rays and the Houston Astros in game two of the 2019 ALDS playoff baseball series at Minute Maid Park.
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Houston Astros Legend Finally Inducted Into Hall of Fame in Final Year on Ballot

A Houston Astros legend is finally making his trip to Cooperstown, getting elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame in his final year of eligibility.

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Oct 8, 2024; San Diego, California, USA; San Diego Padres outfielder Jurickson Profar (10) celebrates after defeating the Los Angeles Dodgers during game three of the NLDS for the 2024 MLB Playoffs at Petco Park.
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Houston Astros Reportedly Interested in San Diego Padres All-Star

The Houston Astros are reportedly interested in adding a one-time All-Star after his breakout season with the San Diego Padres.

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Aug 7, 2024; Arlington, Texas, USA; Houston Astros relief pitcher Ryan Pressly (55) in action during the game between the Texas Rangers and the Houston Astros at Globe Life Field.
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MLB Insider Names Four Houston Astros Players as Sensible Trade Candidates

The Houston Astros could still shake up their roster this offseason by trading away some role players for bigger needs elsewhere.

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Sep 25, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros shortstop Jeremy Pena (3) reacts after striking out against the Seattle Mariners during the eighth inning at Minute Maid Park.
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Houston Astros World Series MVP Shockingly Listed Among Worst Players in MLB

The former Houston Astros World Series MVP has been listed among the worst players in MLB according to win probability added.

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Jul 27, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros owner Jim Crane walks on the field before the game against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Minute Maid Park.
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Houston Astros Have Shed Significant Payroll This Offseason

The Houston Astros are facing a much lighter payroll right now through the first couple months of the offseason.

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Sep 22, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros second baseman Jose Altuve (27) looks up after a play during the seventh inning against the Los Angeles Angels at Minute Maid Park.
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Three Potential Hall of Famers Highlight Houston Astros' Current Roster

The Houston Astros have a handful of veterans playing for them next season with the potential to eventually make the Hall of Fame.

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Jun 5, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros first baseman Jose Abreu (79) reacts after a play during the fourth inning against the St. Louis Cardinals at Minute Maid Park.
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Houston Astros Nightmare Contract With Former MVP Remains Worst Mistake

The Houston Astros' regrettable contract with a former MVP is still their worst mistake in recent history.

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Oct 2, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros shortstop Jeremy Pena (3) hits a single against the Detroit Tigers during the seventh inning of game two of the Wildcard round for the 2024 MLB Playoffs at Minute Maid Park.
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Houston Astros Secure Deal With Former World Series MVP Ahead of Arbitration Deadline

The Houston Astros were able to avoid arbitration with their former World Series MVP winner.

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Sep 20, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros starting pitcher Justin Verlander (35) walks off the field after a pitching change in the fifth inning against the Los Angeles Angels at Minute Maid Park.
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What's Next For Houston Astros After Franchise Legend Joins New Team?

The Houston Astros are now officially without a franchise legend, but do they need to do anything to replace him?

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May 26, 2023; Mesa, AZ, USA; Sam Houston Bearkats' Walker Janek (3) celebrates his 3-run home run against the GCU Lobos during their WAC Tournament game at Hohokam Stadium.
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Houston Astros’ Rising Catching Prospect Draws Attention as Breakout Candidate

The Houston Astros could have another young catcher with a chance to break out in their farm system next season.

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