Astros Extend Hot Streak in Denver Despite Injury Setbacks
Colorado enters with one of MLB’s poorest home records; the Rockies have lost five straight at Coors Field
Overview
- Houston has won seven of its last eight games and sits 52–34, leading the AL West by seven games
- Shortstop Jeremy Peña is on the injured list with a rib fracture and Yordan Álvarez’s hand rehab has been paused due to soreness
- Brandon Walter will start Game 2 for the Astros against Colorado’s Kyle Freeland
- The Rockies own an 8–34 record at Coors Field and are searching for their first home win in a week
- Colorado has promoted No. 5 prospect Yanquiel Fernández after his strong performance at Triple-A Albuquerque