Catching up with the Astros.
All good things must come to an end, but rarely do they end with a sickening thud the way the Astros streak came to an abrupt halt Saturday with a 13-6 drubbing against the Nationals, one of the worst teams in baseball. Christian Javier, who had been brilliant in recent starts and relief appearances, got shellacked as did the surprisingly tough bullpen.
The Astros weren't going to win out and, sure, the end was pretty rough, but they are clearly still the team we have been watching the past couple weeks proven by yet another shutout. Pitching and defense continue to be at the heart of their success with every starter performing exceptionally during the win streak.
Just as importantly, Aledmys Diaz has not started well and while Jake Meyers is set to start a rehab stint fairly soon, neither of the guys who have platooned in his absence — Chas McCormick and Jose Siri — have been consistent at the plate. Once a few guys get healthy, there should be a near embarrassment of riches for the 'Stros going forward and that isn't even counting Lance McCullers, Jr., who is still on track to be back on the mound sooner rather than later.
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