Houston Astros News & Updates
The Houston Astros were 50-54, 3rd in the AL West. The Houston Astros did not play yesterday.
The numbers are pulling in both directions. 3-4 lately. There's no sugarcoating it.
Astros Game on July 24
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Rate Field |
| First Pitch: | 07:40 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Spencer Arrighetti (7-5, 4.34 ERA) vs Davis Martin (9-5, 3.31 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | Space City Home Network, Chicago Sports Network |
| Forecast: | ☀️ Clear sky, 67°F, Wind 2 mph |
Astros Score & Recap
The Houston Astros did not play yesterday.
Astros Record & Standings
AL West
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Rangers
|
|
51 | 51 | .500 | L1 | |
|
Mariners
|
|
51 | 52 | .495 | 0.5 | L2 |
|
Astros
|
|
50 | 54 | .481 | 2.0 | W3 |
|
Athletics
|
|
43 | 59 | .422 | 8.0 | L2 |
|
Angels
|
|
41 | 62 | .398 | 10.5 | L1 |
Houston Astros are 3-4 in their last 7 games, with a +1 run differential.
Astros Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 34 | .328 | 1.089 | 77 | |
| 20 | .234 | .761 | 58 | |
| 14 | .263 | .792 | 54 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-1 | 2.13 | 0.83 | 50.2 | |
| 8-5 | 3.03 | 1.12 | 98.0 | |
| 4-2 | 3.86 | 1.29 | 63.0 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 5 hits, 2 HR, 4 RBI, .455 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 5 hits, 3 HR, 6 RBI, .417 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 7 hits, 3 HR, 4 RBI, .583 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 6.0 IP, 10 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start | |
| 6.0 IP, 8 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start |
Astros News
The Houston Astros (50-54) are stuck in neutral as the trade deadline approaches, with their recent 5-2 victory over the Miami Marlins offering a flicker of hope amidst a 3-4 stretch. While there's chatter about trading Jeremy Peña, now is not the time to make such a move, the current CBA turmoil complicates any potential deals. On the bright side, the Lance McCullers Jr. trade has cleared some space, providing a possible pathway for strategic acquisitions. As the team grapples with injuries and seeks to regain momentum, fans might find solace in historical moments, like Jeff Kent's iconic walk-off home run in the 2004 NLCS, reminding us that greatness is always within reach, even in challenging seasons.
Astros Upcoming Schedule
The Houston Astros visit the Los Angeles Angels for a 3-game series starting Monday.
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