Overview

• The Astros have dropped three consecutive games to the low-ranked Oakland A’s, including a 5-1 defeat at Daikin Park.
• Injuries have sidelined five Opening Day starters, marking MLB’s longest active injured list stretch and forcing inexperienced replacements.
• Houston has managed only six runs and 16 hits in the first three games of the series against the A’s and allowed opponents to score first in 17 straight contests.
• Key relievers have faltered in high-leverage situations, with Héctor Neris surrendering a three-run homer to Lawrence Butler in Saturday’s ninth inning.
• Facing a 5-10 record over their last 15 games the Astros are eyeing roster reinforcements to shore up both their offense and bullpen before the July 31 deadline.