Kade Kistner

Joined: Jul 2, 2022

Kade Kistner is the publisher and beat writer for Sports Illustrated's Inside the Phillies. An alumnus of Tulane University, Kade graduated in 2017 with a degree in Latin American Studies and a minor in Spanish. Upon graduation, Kade commissioned into the United States Navy and attended Naval Flight School in Pensacola, Fl. He served as a Naval Aviator and was stationed in Jacksonville, Fl. During his time in school and the Navy, Kade began covering the MLB and NFL with USA Today, SB Nation, and Sports Illustrated. Kade covered the New Orleans Saints, Texas Rangers, and numerous other teams within the Sports Illustrated network before launching Inside the Phillies, Inside the Astros, and Inside the Cubs. You can follow him on Twitter at @KadeKistner, or if you have any questions or comments he can be reached via email at kwkistner@gmail.com.

Detroit Tigers manager A.J. Hinch (14) looks on during the sixth inning against Cleveland Guardians at Game 4 of ALDS at Comerica Park in Detroit on Thursday, Oct. 10, 2024.

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Despite Recent Massive Free Agency Splash, Tigers Still Interested in Astros Star

Aug 6, 2024; Arlington, Texas, USA; Houston Astros third baseman Alex Bregman (2) warms up before the game against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images

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Former Houston Astros Star Alex Bregman Reportedly At Standstill with AL Suitor

Oct 2, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros third base Alex Bregman (2) runs after hitting a single against the Detroit Tigers during the second inning of game two of the Wildcard round for the 2024 MLB Playoffs at Minute Maid Park. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images

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Former Houston Astros Star Alex Bregman Still Seen as Top Fit for Boston Red Sox

Oct 29, 2024; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees outfielder Alex Verdugo (24) reacts after hitting a sacrifice RBI against the Los Angeles Dodgers in the second inning during game four of the 2024 MLB World Series at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

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Houston Astros Interested in Signing Former New York Yankees Veteran Outfielder

Sep 4, 2024; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Houston Astros third baseman Alex Bregman (2) high fives teammates after scoring on a RBI single hit by outfielder Ben Gamel (not pictured) in the second inning against the Cincinnati Reds at Great American Ball Park. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images

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New York Mets Emerge As Favorites to Sign Former Houston Astros Legend Bregman

Former Houston Astros third baseman Alex Bregman could soon be playing for the New York Mets in Queens.

Oct 30, 2024; New York, USA, LAD; Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Walker Buehler (21) celebrates after the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the New York Yankees in game five to win the 2024 Imagn Images World Series at New York. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

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Former Los Angeles Dodgers Star Pulls Out All the Stops for Bregman to Join Red Sox

Former Houston Astros star Alex Bregman is recieving plenty of recruiting pitches, none more aggressive than from a former Los Angeles Dodgers star.

Jul 25, 2023; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros general manager Dana Brown on the field before the game against the Texas Rangers at Minute Maid Park. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

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Houston Astros Predicted to Re-Sign Fan Favorite to Mammoth $175 Million Deal

The Houston Astros could retain one of the foundational players in a latest expert prediction.

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Despite Criticism, Houston Astros GM Can Feel Vindicated After Phenomenal Trade

Houston Astros GM Dana Brown took plenty of heat for his big splash at the MLB trade deadline but he can feel vindicated after latest run.

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Red Sox Acquire Flamethrowing Right-Hander from Houston Astros

The Houston Astros lost a hard-throwing right-handed reliever via waiver claim to the Boston Red Sox.

New Mets Mets Continue to Keep Eye on Astros Ace Justin Verlander

The New York Mets have a very good reason to continue keeping tabs on Houston Astros ace Justin Verlander.

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Former Houston Astros All-Star Placed On Toronto Blue Jays Trade Block

Former Houston Astros fan-favorite George Springer could soon be looking for a new team as the Toronto Blue Jays are rumored to become sellers.

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Houston Astros Legend Resigns from College Baseball Job After Horrendous Run

Houston Astros legend Lance Berkman has resigned from Houston Christian University as their baseball coach after three seasons.

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How Likely Are Houston Astros to Trade and Re-Sign Alex Bregman?

The Houston Astros have been rumored to entertain the idea of trading and then re-signing Alex Bregman. What are the chances that actually happens?

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Houston Astros Surprisingly Predicted to Be Buyers at MLB Trade Deadline

The Houston Astros have been predicted to be buyers at this year's MLB trade deadline. Who could they pursue?

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Who Will Be Odd Man Out for Houston Astros When Jose Abreu Returns?

The Houston Astros will have a roster crunch on their hand when first baseman Jose Abreu returns to the active roster. Who will be the odd man out?

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MVP Slugger Could Be Perfect Trade Fit for Surging Houston Astros

The Houston Astros could end up being buyers at the MLB trade deadline and one name could be the potential perfect fit.