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Oct 12, 2021; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Houston Astros shortstop Carlos Correa (1) and center fielder Jose Siri (26) celebrate after second baseman Jose Altuve (27) and catcher Martin Maldonado (15) scored against the Chicago White Sox on a two-run RBI double hit by third baseman Alex Bregman (not pictured) during the fourth inning in game four of the 2021 ALDS at Guaranteed Rate Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-USA TODAY Sports
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Oct 12, 2021; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Houston Astros shortstop Carlos Correa (1) and center fielder Jose Siri (26) celebrate after second baseman Jose Altuve (27) and catcher Martin Maldonado (15) scored against the Chicago White Sox on a two-run RBI double hit by third baseman Alex Bregman (not pictured) during the fourth inning in game four of the 2021 ALDS at Guaranteed Rate Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-USA TODAY Sports
The Houston Astros reigned supreme in the 2022 Major League Baseball season, their unwavering spirit and breathtaking gameplay crowning them as champions. And like all champions, neither the Astros nor their players have no intention of relinquishing their title.
As the reigning World Series champs prepare to hit the ballpark once again, with a talented roster in tow, the Astros are ready to defend their crown and show the baseball world that they cannot be dethroned. And talking about the same, the Astros slugger Alex Bregman also weighed on how the Astros can match a New York Yankees record this season.
Alex Bregman on the Houston Astros matching the NY Yankees record
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Alex Bregman speaks on the Houston Astros’ aspirations to become the first team since the New York Yankees in 2000 to repeat as World Series champions. Per Mark Berman, Bregman said, “It’s honestly so cool to have the opportunity to do that. Every person in that clubhouse is motivated by it. We can’t wait to get down the spring training started. We know this season doesn’t start in the postseason there’s a long way to go but we’re definitely very excited to be able to have that opportunity. All the guys in there don’t take it very lightly.”
Alex Bregman (@ABREG_1) on the @astros looking to be the 1st team since the Yankees in 2000 to repeat as World Series champions: “It’s honestly so cool to have the opportunity to do that. Every person in that clubhouse is motivated by it..This team is built to win championships.” pic.twitter.com/rEwxPlIct4
— Mark Berman (@MarkBermanFox26) February 13, 2023
Breman went on to express that the challenge is real, citing the shortened offseason as a factor. But, he adds, “This team is built to win championships and as you’ve seen and the character in that room. The guys are ready to go.”
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The Astros certainly were unstoppable last year. Do you think they will be repeating the amazing season they had in the past season?
How did the Houston Astros win the last season?
According to mlb.com, the Houston Astros rose to victory in the 2022 World Series as Yordan Alvarez sent Philadelphia Phillies Jose Alvarado’s sinker soaring with a powerful swing. With a monstrous 450-foot homer to center field, Alvarez powered the Houston Astros to their second championship in six years. This victory was a cathartic moment for the team as the stadium then erupted in a thunderous roar of elation.
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And it looks like the Astros are fired up and ready to make history yet again. What will the landscape of MLB look like this time around?
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