How the Astros will deal with MLB’s latest game-altering twist

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MLB's new rules about relief pitchers could tax a thin Houston bullpen. The Astros bullpen should only be a short-term issue since closer Roberto Osuna should be ready to pitch soon. Also, when Jose Urquidy is able to join the team that will allow Houston's fifth starter to go back to a relief role. Not to mention Brad Peacock and Austin Pruitt should be healthy in the not too distant future. But in the meantime, check out the video as discuss how the Astros can overcome this challenge.

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The Texans will open the NFL preseason against the Bears. Photo by Tim Warner/Getty Images.

The 2024 season will kick off with the Houston Texans and the Chicago Bears facing off in the Hall of Fame in Canton, Ohio. The Texans and Bears both have players being inducted into this year's Hall of Fame class, which is often the case when teams are selected for this matchup.

Kickoff is scheduled for Thursday, Aug. 1 at 8 p.m. The induction ceremony takes place on Saturday, August 3.

Andre Johnson will be the first player inducted into the Hall of Fame as a Houston Texan. Former Chicago Bears Devin Hester, Steve McMichael and Julius Peppers will join Johnson in the 2024 HOF class.

Randy Gradishar, Dwight Freeney and Patrick Willis complete the HOF class of 2024.


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