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Astros vs. Athletics: Pitcher Duel at Minute Maid Park
6 Jun
Summary
- Astros host Athletics for a three-game series starting Friday.
- Peter Lambert starts for the Astros, Jack Perkins for the Athletics.
- Yordan Alvarez leads MLB hitters with 21 home runs.
The Houston Astros will host the Oakland Athletics to commence a three-game series at Daikin Park. The opening game is slated for Friday at 8:10 p.m. ET, featuring a pitching matchup between the Astros' Peter Lambert (4-4, 3.77 ERA) and the Athletics' Jack Perkins (2-2, 5.46 ERA).
Houston enters the series with a 28-36 record, placing them fourth in the AL West. The Athletics hold a slightly better standing at 30-32, currently second in the division. Both teams are dealing with significant injury lists, impacting their rosters.
Yordan Alvarez has been a standout performer for the Astros, hitting 21 home runs, ranking second in MLB. He also boasts 44 RBIs and a .316 batting average. For the Athletics, Shea Langeliers has contributed 16 home runs, tied for eighth in the league, with a .289 batting average.
