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HOUSTON -- Hall of Fame pitcher Nolan Ryan rejoined the Houston Astros on Tuesday as an executive adviser. Vapormax Schweiz Kaufen . Ryan worked as a special assistant to the general manager in Houston from 2004 until he became president of the Texas Rangers in 2008. He added CEO to his title with the Rangers in 2011 and remained in that position until he stepped down in October. Ryan will serve as an adviser to owner Jim Crane, general manager Jeff Luhnow and his son and president of business operations Reid Ryan. "Im very excited to be back with the Astros," the elder Ryan said in a statement. "Im happy to assist Jim, Jeff and Reid in any way I can. The Astros have a solid foundation with a strong farm system. I think the future is bright for Houston and Im looking forward to my involvement." The Astros have lost more than 100 games in each of the last three seasons, but their minor league system has been ranked among the best in baseball this off-season. Crane is glad to have Ryan back in Houston after his time with the Rangers. "We will use his experience, expertise and knowledge to improve the Astros in all areas," Crane said. "He will be an integral part of our management team. Nolan wants to be a part of our success moving forward." Ryan, who played for the Astros for nine seasons, is major league baseballs career strikeout leader and was elected to the Hall of Fame in 1999. "Nolan Ryans experience and insights will help us on the baseball side -- both in terms of decision-making and in maximizing the productivity of our players," Luhnow said. "Im fortunate as a general manager to get advice and guidance from great former players and Astros -- Craig Biggio, Roger Clemens and now Nolan Ryan." Ryan won 324 games and set records for strikeouts (5,714) and no-hitters (seven) in a 27-year major league career. He signed with the Astros in 1980 and helped them to their first post-season appearance that year and back to the playoffs in 1981 and 1986. Reid Ryan joined the Astros last season and is looking forward to working with his father. "The opportunity to work with my father is very special," he said. "Hes had success in baseball on many levels and will be a great addition to our organization." The team said Nolan Ryan will join the team at spring training in the next few weeks. Nike Air Max 90 Günstig Herren . -- Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Sidney Rice tweeted an apparent goodbye after a report about his pending release. Nike Air Max 200 Günstig . - Justin Turner is at his best with runners in scoring position, and he delivered again in a big spot for the Los Angeles Dodgers. http://www.shopairmaxschweiz.com/air-max-97-fake-kaufen/max-97-damen-billig.html . "This doesnt end anything," he said. "Weve got 10-1 in our last 11 games, and were going home in first place. We just have to keep playing the way we are right now.Arcadia, CA (SportsNetwork.com) - Leading Canadian filly Lexie Lou will return to the races Saturday in the $200,000 La Canada Stakes at Santa Anita. Lexie Lou, trained by Mark Casse, will make her 4-year-old debut in the 1 1/16-mile stakes versus seven other older fillies and mares. The filly, owned by Gary Barber, will break from post 3 with Corey Nakatani again riding. Lexie Lou won last years Queens Plate at Woodbine versus 3-year-old males after vanquishing 3-year-old fillies in the Woodbine Oaks. The filly finished out 2014 with a runner-up result behind Callifornia Chrome in the Hollywood Derby on Nov. Nike Air Vapormax Flyknit Schweiz. . 29 over Del Mars turf course. The Canadian-bred 4-year-old has won seven of 16 career starts for $1,429,714. Here is the complete field for the 41st running of the La Canada in post position order: Fleet of Gold, Alex Solis; Sams Sister, Elvis Trujillo; Lexie Lou, Corey Nakatani; Thegirlinthatsong, Rafael Bejarano; Jojo Warrior, Martin Garcia; Une Cherise, Joe Talamo; Ramonas Wildcat, Kent Desormeaux and Colonel Joan, Gary Stevens. Post time for the La Canada will be approximately 7 p.m. ET. ' ' '

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