Houston Astros News & Updates
The Houston Astros were 63-62, 1st in the AL West. The Houston Astros did not play yesterday.
Not flashy, but the math works. Getting outscored by 7 is dragging the score south. Pair that with 3-4 over their last 7. The record says it all.
Astros Game on August 18
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Daikin Park |
| First Pitch: | 08:10 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Cristian Javier (1-3, 6.68 ERA) vs George Klassen (1-1, 5.52 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | Space City Home Network, ABTV, presented by Pechanga Resort Casino |
| Forecast: | ☀️ Clear sky, 75°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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Astros
|
|
63 | 62 | .504 | L2 | |
|
Rangers
|
|
61 | 64 | .488 | 2.0 | L1 |
|
Mariners
|
|
59 | 66 | .472 | 4.0 | W2 |
|
Athletics
|
|
49 | 76 | .392 | 14.0 | L1 |
|
Angels
|
|
49 | 76 | .392 | 14.0 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36 | .321 | 1.054 | 88 | |
| 23 | .234 | .759 | 71 | |
| 16 | .260 | .775 | 67 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4-1 | 0.90 | 0.77 | 30.0 | |
| 6-1 | 2.04 | 0.84 | 61.2 | |
| 8-6 | 3.11 | 1.15 | 118.2 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 6 hits, 1 HR, 5 RBI, .5 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 5 hits, 1 RBI, .417 AVG in last 3 games |
Astros News
The Astros' 2-3 loss to the Mariners last night stings, especially as they continue to hover around .500 with a 63-62 record. The feeling of déjà vu is palpable among fans wondering if August is becoming a repeat of last year's late-season struggles. With the trade deadline now behind them, the team is running out of gas and facing tough decisions, as some players’ futures in Houston appear bleak. Yet, amid the disappointment, there's a glimmer of hope with the promotion of Ethan Pecko, their No. 9 prospect, set to make his MLB debut against the Angels. Meanwhile, Yordan Alvarez is making a strong case for the American League MVP, keeping spirits lifted despite the team’s recent woes. As the Astros try to find their footing, the stakes keep rising, and fans are left to ponder what lies ahead.
Astros Upcoming Schedule
The Houston Astros host the Athletics for a 3-game series starting Friday.
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