Houston Astros News & Updates
The Houston Astros were 13-21, 5th in the AL West. Yesterday, the Houston Astros topped the Boston Red Sox 6-3 at Fenway Park.
The foundation feels stable. Took last night by 3. That matters. Also helping: a +7 run differential says the wins aren't flukey.
Astros Game on May 03
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Fenway Park |
| First Pitch: | 01:35 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Cody Bolton (0-1, 5.79 ERA) vs Ranger Suarez (2-2, 3.09 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | Space City Home Network, NESN |
| Forecast: | ☁️ Overcast, 53°F, Wind 4 mph |
Astros Score & Recap
Yesterday, the Houston Astros topped the Boston Red Sox 6-3 at Fenway Park.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 12 | 0 |
 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 8 | 0 |
Highlights
- Brice Matthews went 2-3 with 1 HR and 3 RBI.
- Christian Walker went 3-4 with 1 HR and 2 RBI.
Astros Record & Standings
AL West
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Athletics
|
|
17 | 16 | .515 | L2 | |
|
Rangers
|
|
16 | 17 | .485 | 1.0 | L1 |
|
Mariners
|
|
16 | 18 | .471 | 1.5 | L2 |
|
Angels
|
|
13 | 21 | .382 | 4.5 | W1 |
|
Astros
|
|
13 | 21 | .382 | 4.5 | W1 |
Houston Astros are 4-3 in their last 7 games, with a +7 run differential.
Astros Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | .331 | 1.123 | 27 | |
| 8 | .309 | .963 | 26 | |
| 3 | .296 | .822 | 16 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2-2 | 6.32 | 1.40 | 31.1 | |
| 1-4 | 5.97 | 1.65 | 37.2 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 5 hits, 1 HR, 4 RBI, .455 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 6 hits, 1 HR, 2 RBI, .429 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 5 hits, .5 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 6 hits, .545 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
The Houston Astros' struggles continue as they sit at a disappointing 12-21, with their latest setback being a 1-3 loss to the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park. As the team grapples with a 5.7 runs allowed per game this week, the spotlight turns to Bryan Abreu, whose recent performances have drawn uncomfortable comparisons to past bullpen disasters. In today's game, Spencer Arrighetti, boasting a 2.00 ERA, will need to lead the charge against Red Sox lefty Connelly Early to spark a turnaround. Meanwhile, Christian Walker's hot bat, highlighted by his recent 3-for-4 game, offers a glimmer of hope. The Astros' early season woes are hardly a surprise to MLB executives, who seem to have anticipated this decline, making it imperative for the team to find a way to shift the narrative.
Astros Upcoming Schedule
The Houston Astros host the Los Angeles Dodgers for a 3-game series starting Monday.
About Small Ball
This Houston Astros digest was built by Small Ball to save you from bouncing between five apps to follow your team. It's fan-run and made to deliver what matters each morning.
Got thoughts? Tell us. Want to support it? Ko-fi tips help keep it running.