Houston Astros News & Updates
The Houston Astros were 46-49, 3rd in the AL West. The Houston Astros did not play yesterday.
Tough week to look at. A -7 run differential. Even the close losses add up. On top of that, a 6.0 RA/G from the pitching staff weighs on everything.
Astros Game on July 10
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Globe Life Field |
| First Pitch: | 08:05 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Hunter Brown (1-0, 3.38 ERA) vs Cal Quantrill (3-1, 3.35 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | Space City Home Network, CW33 |
| Forecast: | 🌤️ Mostly sunny, 74°F, Wind 3 mph |
Astros Score & Recap
The Houston Astros did not play yesterday.
Astros Record & Standings
AL West
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Rangers
|
|
47 | 46 | .505 | W1 | |
|
Mariners
|
|
47 | 47 | .500 | 0.5 | L3 |
|
Astros
|
|
46 | 49 | .484 | 2.0 | L1 |
|
Athletics
|
|
41 | 52 | .441 | 6.0 | L6 |
|
Angels
|
|
37 | 57 | .394 | 10.5 | L1 |
Houston Astros are 3-4 in their last 7 games, with a -7 run differential.
Astros Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29 | .310 | 1.030 | 67 | |
| 20 | .242 | .791 | 58 | |
| 12 | .253 | .765 | 47 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2-1 | 2.42 | 0.87 | 44.2 | |
| 2-1 | 2.03 | 1.18 | 40.0 | |
| 1-0 | 3.38 | 1.36 | 29.1 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 2 hits, 2 HR, 4 RBI, .143 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 4 hits, 2 HR, 4 RBI, .333 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 6.0 IP, 10 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start | |
| 2.1 scoreless IP, 4 K in 3 recent games |
Astros News
Justin Verlander's impending retirement at the end of the season casts a shadow over the Houston Astros as they grapple with a disappointing 46-49 record. After a painful 2-8 loss to the Nationals, the team’s recent struggles are evident, evidenced by a -7 run differential over the last week. Amid these challenges, the Astros are turning their focus to the future, with Baseball America's mock draft suggesting a preference for college bats. As fans debate which starting pitcher, such as Cristian Javier, might turn the tide this season, the uncertainty of the upcoming trade deadline looms large, particularly with the assurance that Yordan Alvarez won't be leaving anytime soon. In a turbulent time, the franchise is at a crossroads, balancing the legacy of their stars with the need for revitalization.
Astros Upcoming Schedule
The Houston Astros host the Baltimore Orioles for a 3-game series starting Friday.
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