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Astros Road Woes Continue: Guardians Favored
20 Apr
Summary
- Astros hold a dismal 1-9 record on the road in 2026.
- Jose Ramirez is hitting .364 with four homers in the last week.
- Houston's bullpen ranks 29th in MLB with a 5.88 ERA.
The Houston Astros are enduring a difficult 2026 season, marked by a significant 1-9 record in away games. This poor performance has dropped them to last place in the AL West, though they remain within striking distance of the division lead. Their struggles are particularly evident in their pitching, with the team holding a collective ERA of 6.11, ranking last in MLB.
The Astros' bullpen has been a major concern, contributing to their woes with a 5.88 ERA and 22 home runs allowed, placing them 29th in the league. This fragile relief pitching could be a key factor in their series opener against the Cleveland Guardians.
Cleveland, conversely, is enjoying a strong start to their season, leading the AL Central. They have performed well at home, boasting a 7-3 record in their own park. The Guardians will start right-handed pitcher Slade Cecconi, who has a 5.03 ERA, against Houston's Spencer Arrighetti, making his second start of the season.
Jose Ramirez of the Guardians has been in excellent form recently, batting .364 with four home runs in the past week and .295 with five homers in the last two weeks. This offensive surge makes him a prime candidate to succeed against an Astros team that struggles to contain opposing hitters, especially with their weak bullpen.
