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New audio book "History Earned" recounts the Astros magical march to World Series title

New audio book "History Earned" recounts the Astros magical march to World Series title
The cover of Gow Media's new audiobook, narrated by Charlie Pallilo. Gow Media

Get ready to celebrate the Astros World Series title for years to come. Gow Media today released its commemorative audio book, History Earned: An audio retelling of the Astros magical journey to the 2017 World Series title.

The audio book is affordably priced at just $13.99, with one dollar of every sale through the end of the year going to Hurricane Harvey relief.

The book can be downloaded instantly to any laptop or smart device, and you can relive the most memorable moments from the playoff run whenever you want.

The book is narrated by longtime Houston radio legend Charlie Pallilo, who has covered the Astros for decades and has a unique insight into the team. It was written by Chris Campise, who provided coverage for SportsMap and CultureMap during the playoff and World Series run.

Pallilo’s stylish voice takes you through all the biggest moments, including audio of the actual game calls.

It is a must-have for any Astros fan. 

“We are thrilled to offer this audio book,” said David Gow, CEO of Gow Media.  “There were so many moments and so many stories that made this season special – fans will love the chance to relive the Astros’ historic season.”

Prepare to have goosebumps and memories that will fly out of the speakers. History Earned can be downloaded in its entirety here.

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Kyle Tucker returns to Houston this weekend. Composite Getty Image.

Two first-place teams, identical records, and a weekend set with serious measuring-stick energy.

The Houston Astros and Chicago Cubs open a three-game series Friday night at Daikin Park, in what could quietly be one of the more telling matchups of the summer. Both teams enter at 48-33, each atop their respective divisions — but trending in slightly different directions.

The Astros have been red-hot, going 7-3 over their last 10 while outscoring opponents by 11 runs. They've done it behind one of the best pitching staffs in baseball, with a collective 3.41 ERA that ranks second in the American League. Houston has also been dominant at home, where they’ve compiled a 30-13 record — a stat that looms large heading into this weekend.

On the other side, the Cubs have held their ground in the NL Central but have shown some recent shakiness. They're 5-5 over their last 10 games and have given up 5.66 runs per game over that stretch. Still, the offense remains dangerous, ranking fifth in on-base percentage across the majors. Kyle Tucker leads the way with a .287 average, 16 homers, and 49 RBIs, while Michael Busch has been hot of late, collecting 12 hits in his last 37 at-bats.

Friday’s pitching matchup features Houston’s Brandon Walter (0-1, 3.80 ERA, 1.10 WHIP) and Chicago’s Cade Horton (3-1, 3.73 ERA, 1.29 WHIP), a promising young arm making one of his biggest starts of the season on the road. Horton will have his hands full with Isaac Paredes, who’s slugged 16 homers on the year, and Mauricio Dubón, who’s found a groove with four home runs over his last 10 games.

It’s the first meeting of the season between these two clubs — and if the trends continue, it may not be the last time they cross paths when it really counts.

BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Astros -112, Cubs -107; over/under is 8 1/2 runs

Here's a preview of Joe Espada's Game 1 lineup.

The first thing that stands out is rookie Cam Smith is hitting cleanup, followed by Jake Meyers. Victor Caratini is the DH and is hitting sixth. Christian Walker is all the way down at seventh, followed by Yainer Diaz, and Taylor Trammell who is playing left field.

How the mighty have fallen.

Pretty wild to see Walker and Diaz hitting this low in the lineup. However, it's justified, based on performance. Walker is hitting a pathetic .214 and Diaz is slightly better sporting a .238 batting average.

Screenshot via: MLB.com



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