Houston Astros News & Updates
The Houston Astros were 15-23, 5th in the AL West. Yesterday, the Houston Astros were dismantled by the Los Angeles Dodgers 2-12 at Daikin Park.
Everything is pointing the wrong way. A loss by 10 last night and the vibes reflect it. Compounding things, the bats at 2.9 R/G are the biggest drag right now.
Astros Game on May 07
No game on this date.
Astros Score & Recap
Yesterday, the Houston Astros were dismantled by the Los Angeles Dodgers 2-12 at Daikin Park.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 12 | 14 | 0 |
 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 0 |
Highlights
- Brice Matthews went 1-4 with 1 HR and 1 RBI.
Astros Record & Standings
AL West
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Athletics
|
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18 | 18 | .500 | L2 | |
|
Mariners
|
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18 | 20 | .474 | 1.0 | W1 |
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Rangers
|
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17 | 19 | .472 | 1.0 | W1 |
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Angels
|
|
15 | 23 | .395 | 4.0 | W2 |
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Astros
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|
15 | 23 | .395 | 4.0 | L1 |
Houston Astros are 3-4 in their last 7 games, with a -18 run differential.
Astros Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | .319 | 1.061 | 27 | |
| 9 | .307 | .950 | 27 | |
| 2 | .313 | 1.001 | 2 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1-4 | 5.97 | 1.65 | 37.2 | |
| 2-3 | 7.41 | 1.50 | 34.0 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 3 hits, 1 HR, 1 RBI, .5 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 7.0 IP, 8 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start | |
| 6.0 IP, 8 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start |
Astros News
Carlos Correa's season-ending ankle surgery casts a shadow over the Astros, as they grapple with his absence while sitting at a disappointing 15-22 record. With 13 players on the IL, the team feels the strain, yet Yordan Alvarez stands out as a beacon of hope, batting .324 and proving indispensable. Meanwhile, Brice Matthews appears to be shaking off his early-season struggles, offering a glimmer of optimism in an otherwise lukewarm atmosphere. As the Astros face the Dodgers today, Lance McCullers Jr. takes the mound looking to build on his last win, but the pitching staff's inconsistency remains a pressing concern. The stakes are high, and it’s clear the Astros need every bit of production they can muster to navigate this challenging stretch.
Astros Upcoming Schedule
The Houston Astros visit the Cincinnati Reds for a 3-game series starting Friday.
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