Houston Astros News & Updates
The Houston Astros were 36-41, 4th in the AL West. Yesterday, the Houston Astros blew out the Cleveland Guardians 9-3 at Daikin Park.
Quietly productive. Took last night by 6. That matters. Also helping: 5 wins in 7 games. The week's been good.
Astros Game on June 20
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Daikin Park |
| First Pitch: | 07:15 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Spencer Arrighetti (7-2, 2.57 ERA) vs Joey Cantillo (5-3, 4.38 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | FOX, FOX |
| Forecast: | ☀️ Clear sky, 71°F, Wind 6 mph |
Astros Score & Recap
Yesterday, the Houston Astros blew out the Cleveland Guardians 9-3 at Daikin Park.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 7 | 1 |
 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 9 | 12 | 0 |
Highlights
- Jose Altuve went 2-4 with 1 HR and 4 RBI.
- Jeremy Peña went 3-5 with 2 HR and 3 RBI.
Astros Record & Standings
AL West
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Mariners
|
|
39 | 38 | .506 | L1 | |
|
Athletics
|
|
38 | 38 | .500 | 0.5 | W2 |
|
Rangers
|
|
36 | 39 | .480 | 2.0 | W1 |
|
Astros
|
|
36 | 41 | .468 | 3.0 | W3 |
|
Angels
|
|
30 | 47 | .390 | 9.0 | L3 |
Houston Astros are 5-2 in their last 7 games, with a +3 run differential.
Astros Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24 | .324 | 1.065 | 55 | |
| 18 | .242 | .801 | 52 | |
| 10 | .238 | .759 | 36 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7-2 | 2.57 | 1.22 | 63.0 | |
| 0-0 | 2.55 | 0.88 | 35.1 | |
| 6-4 | 3.23 | 1.11 | 64.0 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 7 hits, 3 HR, 6 RBI, .5 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 6.0 IP, 8 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start | |
| 6.0 scoreless IP, 6 K in 3 recent games | |
| 5.0 scoreless IP, 5 K in 3 recent games |
Astros News
The Astros are slowly shaking off the weight of their injury woes, with Cristian Javier seemingly on the brink of a return to a rotation that desperately needs stability. Last night, they showcased their potential with a decisive 9-3 victory over the Guardians, fueled by Jose Altuve's three-run homer that ended his frustrating slump. Tatsuya Imai also dazzled, racking up a career-best 11 strikeouts, a promising sign for a team that has endured a tumultuous season. With a recent record of 4-3 and momentum building, the Astros are cautiously optimistic. However, they still sit at a disappointing 35-41, and the looming presence of a 10-man injured list reminds fans that the road ahead is fraught with challenges. As they prepare for the next game against the Guardians, the hope is that this momentum carries into a crucial series.
Astros Upcoming Schedule
The Houston Astros visit the Toronto Blue Jays for a 3-game series starting Monday.
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