The Houston Astros are set to host the Boston Red Sox in a key matchup. The game is scheduled for Wednesday at 2:10 p.m. EDT. Houston aims to secure its fifth consecutive home win against the Red Sox in this early-season clash.
Current Team Records
- Boston Red Sox: 1 win, 4 losses
- Houston Astros: 4 wins, 2 losses
Pitching Matchup
The probable pitchers for the game are Garrett Crochet for the Red Sox and Mike Burrows for the Astros:
| Team | Pitcher | Record | ERA | WHIP | Strikeouts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Red Sox | Garrett Crochet | 1-0 | 0.00 | 0.83 | 8 |
| Astros | Mike Burrows | 0-1 | 7.94 | 1.94 | 6 |
Team Performance Overview
Last season, the Astros posted an overall record of 87-75, including 46-35 at home. On average, they gained 8.5 hits per game along with 2.7 extra base hits. The Red Sox finished the previous season with a record of 89-73, achieving a 41-40 record on the road.
Red Sox Pitching Statistics
During the last season, Boston’s pitching staff had a collective ERA of 3.71. They averaged 8.5 strikeouts and 3.3 walks per nine innings, highlighting their efficiency on the mound.
Injury Report
Injuries have affected both teams significantly:
Astros Injuries
- Hayden Wesneski: 60-Day IL (elbow)
- Brandon Walter: 60-Day IL (elbow)
- Nate Pearson: 15-Day IL (elbow)
- Zach Dezenzo: 10-Day IL (elbow)
- Ronel Blanco: 15-Day IL (elbow)
- Bennett Sousa: 15-Day IL (oblique)
- Enyel De Los Santos: 15-Day IL (knee)
- Josh Hader: 15-Day IL (biceps)
Red Sox Injuries
- Patrick Sandoval: 15-Day IL (elbow)
- Kutter Crawford: 15-Day IL (wrist)
- Anthony Seigler: 10-Day IL (knee)
- Triston Casas: 10-Day IL (knee)
- Romy Gonzalez: 60-Day IL (shoulder)
- Tanner Houck: 60-Day IL (elbow)
This upcoming game promises to be a compelling showdown as the Astros strive to extend their home winning streak against a struggling Red Sox team. With both teams facing injury concerns, each will look to leverage their strengths for a successful outing.
