Houston Astros News & Updates
The Houston Astros were 59-57, 1st in the AL West. The Houston Astros did not play yesterday.
The foundation feels stable. 5-2 in the last 7. Hard to complain about that. Add in outpacing opponents by 19 runs this stretch.
Astros Game on August 07
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Petco Park |
| First Pitch: | 09:40 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Ronel Blanco (0-1, 7.36 ERA) vs Robbie Ray (10-6, 3.08 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | Space City Home Network, Padres.TV Presented by UC San Diego Health |
| Forecast: | ☀️ Clear sky, 80°F, Wind 4 mph |
Astros Score & Recap
The Houston Astros did not play yesterday.
Astros Record & Standings
AL West
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Astros
|
|
59 | 57 | .509 | L1 | |
|
Rangers
|
|
57 | 58 | .496 | 1.5 | W2 |
|
Mariners
|
|
56 | 60 | .483 | 3.0 | L1 |
|
Athletics
|
|
45 | 70 | .391 | 13.5 | L8 |
|
Angels
|
|
44 | 71 | .383 | 14.5 | W1 |
Houston Astros are 5-2 in their last 7 games, with a +19 run differential.
Astros Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 35 | .329 | 1.082 | 85 | |
| 22 | .240 | .775 | 65 | |
| 15 | .249 | .758 | 60 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5-1 | 2.24 | 0.85 | 56.1 | |
| 8-5 | 3.06 | 1.13 | 108.2 | |
| 3-1 | 3.53 | 1.24 | 58.2 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 3 hits, 1 RBI, .429 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 7 hits, 1 HR, 3 RBI, .538 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 5 hits, 3 RBI, .714 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 6.0 IP, 8 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start | |
| 7.0 IP, 7 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start | |
| 2 SV, 3.0 IP, 0 ER in 3 recent games |
Astros News
The Houston Astros are feeling the heat, not just from the competition but from their own front office, as trade deadline decisions loom large after a narrow 4-5 loss to the Toronto Blue Jays. After a scorching 5-2 week that propelled them to first place in the AL West, fans expected general manager Dana Brown to bolster the roster, yet he clung to outdated trade rhetoric, leaving many questioning whether the team truly aimed to capitalize on its recent momentum. With Yordan Alvarez batting a stellar .329, the Astros need reinforcements to maintain their edge. The disappointment following the deadline could overshadow their on-field success if they fail to harness the energy of this hot stretch, where a +19 run differential underscores their potential. The stakes are high, and the clock is ticking.
Astros Upcoming Schedule
The Houston Astros visit the San Francisco Giants for a 3-game series starting Monday.
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