Back in the Race
Astros take 3 of 4 from Seattle to close gap to 1.5
Fresh off taking 3 of 4 from the Mariners at Daikin Park, the Astros have an unusual off day on the Memorial Day Holiday, before starting a quick 2-game series with the Athletics.
The three wins and scoring margin of 19-11 improved the Astros’ expected win total by 2 games.
It also left the AL West in a tie as far as the Projected Standings go.
Batter and Pitcher Projections
Quality At-Bats
Pitching Detail - Easy Innings, In Order, Shut Downs
Rando Stats of the Day
Jose Altuve Slash Lines:
As a 2nd Baseman: .179/.256/.256 in 43 plate appearances with a 53 OPS+.
As a LF: .283/.323/.433 in 130 plate appearances with a 111 OPS+
As a DH: .256/.319/.326 in 47 plate appearances with a 79 OPS+
Right-handed batters are slashing .154/.211/.169 with an 11 OPS+ against left-handed Bryan King.
Jake Meyers has started 25 consecutive games in center field, playing every inning, beginning April 29.