Tuesday, May 5, 2015

‘Stros own state bragging rights over Rangers

George_Springer_HOUGAME 1 – Globe Life Park
McHugh vs Holland
Astros 4, Rangers 2

Houston doubled up Texas 4-2.  Jose Altuve (2-4) continued to wield a hot stick (.429).  Jed Lowrie (2-4) supported his All-Star 2B.

GAME 2
Hernandez vs Gallardo
Rangers 3, Astros 0

Yovani Gallardo (8IP / 0 ER) was completely dominant fanning 11 and not walking a batter.  Houston managed just 2 hits against him.  Leonys Martin Hit a solo blast and Adrian Beltre knocked in two in support of Gallardo.  Klein pitched the 9th and notched the save, his first of the season.

GAME 3
Keuchel vs Lewis
Astros 14, Rangers 3

A 7 run second inning chased Colby Lewis (1.2IP / 8R) from the hill.  The Rangers pen wasn't exactly stingy as the Stros put a hurting on the boys from Arlington.  George Springer paced an offense that posted as many points as the Texans usually score.  Springer (4-5) knocked in 5 runs, scored 2 and hit a big fly.  Every Astro starter reached base via the hit as Houston posted 14 runs on 17 hits.

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