Astros Struggle to Pressure Starters | Houston Astros News

The Houston Astros’ offense is in freefall, struggling to make pitchers work and scoring two runs or fewer in seven of their last thirteen games, which has cost them ground in the AL West. Their starters are getting dispatched with alarming efficiency—George Klassen needed just 20 pitches in one inning and cruised through five innings on under 50. The team’s woes extend beyond veteran arms to young, developing pitchers too. Manager Joe Espada admits they’re not playing up to par, stressing the need to force opponents into long, tiring outings. Even key hitters like Yordan Alvarez and Daulton Varsho are slumping, while only a few—Isaac Paredes and Jose Altuve—are still delivering. With late-game rallies becoming their lifeline, the Astros must rediscover their ability to pressure starters and ignite their lineup if they hope to hold onto their division lead. 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/a57372badbb24266