HOUSTON -- Astros manager A.J. Hinch spoke with obvious frustration in the aftermath of another Houston loss on Thursday, the 13th setback in 19 games for top team in the American League.
Hinch focused his ire on the umpiring after the Astros took their sixth shutout loss on the season and fourth since July 26, this one a 4-0 defeat to the Diamondbacks.
If his team can generate some wins, it was a diatribe that would be worth the effort and the fine Hinch is certain to incur.
The Astros look to regain momentum over the final six games of their homestand, starting Friday night when the Oakland Athletics visit Minute Maid Park in the opener of a three-game series.