The Houston Astros are set to take on the Cleveland Guardians in a highly anticipated matchup. This game will take place on Monday at 6:10 p.m. EDT in Cleveland. Both teams have faced distinct challenges this season, particularly the Astros, who are looking to end their losing streak.
Current Standings
- Houston Astros: 8-15, fifth in the AL West
- Cleveland Guardians: 13-10, first in the AL Central
Game Details
Monday marks the first meeting between the teams this season. The Astros have struggled on the road, currently on an eight-game losing streak away from home. In contrast, the Guardians boast a solid home record of 7-3.
Pitching Matchups
- Astros Pitcher: Spencer Arrighetti (1-0, 1.50 ERA, 1.17 WHIP, 10 strikeouts)
- Guardians Pitcher: Slade Cecconi (0-2, 5.03 ERA, 1.37 WHIP, 18 strikeouts)
Recent Performance
- Guardians’ Last 10 Games: 5-5 record, .236 batting average, 4.96 ERA
- Astros’ Last 10 Games: 2-8 record, .233 batting average, 6.20 ERA
Despite their struggles, the Astros have notable players performing well. Christian Walker has achieved six doubles and four home runs, while Yordan Alvarez has four doubles and six home runs in his last ten games. For the Guardians, Jose Ramirez leads with six home runs, and Angel Martinez has made a significant impact with three doubles and two home runs recently.
Injury Updates
Guardians
- Gabriel Arias: 10-Day IL (hamstring)
- Andrew Walters: 15-Day IL (lat)
Astros
- Joey Loperfido: 10-Day IL (quadricep)
- Nick Allen: Day-to-day (undisclosed)
- Bennett Sousa: 15-Day IL (oblique)
- Josh Hader: 60-Day IL (biceps)
- Cody Bolton: 15-Day IL (back)
- Jeremy Pena: 10-Day IL (knee)
- Tatsuya Imai: 15-Day IL (arm)
- Jake Meyers: 10-Day IL (oblique)
- Ronel Blanco: 60-Day IL (elbow)
- Christian Javier: 15-Day IL (shoulder)
- Hunter Brown: 15-Day IL (shoulder)
- Hayden Wesneski: 60-Day IL (elbow)
- Brandon Walter: 60-Day IL (elbow)
- Nate Pearson: 15-Day IL (elbow)
- Zach Dezenzo: 10-Day IL (elbow)
The Astros’ performance will be crucial in their efforts to break their losing streak against the Guardians. As they prepare for this pivotal matchup, both teams are eager to secure a win that could significantly impact their standings.
