Astros and Dodgers almost came to blows Tuesday after L.A.’s Joe Kelly threw at Alex Bregman then Carlos Correa. Astros are sure to lead the league in hit-by-pitches after their cheating scandal. That said who would you most like to see suit up for Houston this year? A-Rod, Lance Armstrong or Bill Belichick?
Expectations are low for Bostonians. Mookie-less Red Sox are not expected to compete at the top of the East and are “paahked” in last place after a week. They’re at Citi Field on Thursday. Martin Perez was acquired in the offseason and he allowed the Orioles to score five runs in five innings in a lackluster debut. Perez went 10-7 last year for the Twins and should settle into his role as a solid starter. Steven Matz is still a Met after trade rumors had him going everywhere but Buffalo. Strong debut for Matz, surrendering one run over six innings to the Braves then getting a no-decision in the 5-3 loss. He’s never faced the Red Sox. This is a good time to get acquainted. 20 units on the Mets.
The A’s scored a run in the first inning but never scored again as the Rockies won 5-1. German Marquez went six strong to get the W. Back-to-back losses have us at +98 joerudis.