Astros’ Last Chance Against the A’s | Oakland Athletics News

The Astros are clinging to a one-game AL West lead after a brutal losing streak, and this weekend’s series against the worst team in baseball — the 49-79 Athletics — is their best shot to turn things around. With favorable pitching matchups in the first two games — Wesneski vs. Ginn on Friday, Brown vs. Lopez on Saturday — Houston has a real chance to snap their skid. Sunday’s starter remains uncertain, possibly forcing a risky call with Cristian Javier on short rest. This series could be the make-or-break moment for the Astros’ playoff hopes. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/2f9e11880d487e9f