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Houston 10, Detroit 4: Michael Fulmer struggles in first start

Houston Astros 10, Detroit Tigers 4

At Osceola County Stadium, Kissimmee, Fla.

What happened: Colby Rasmus hit a three-run home run to right off Tigers starter Michael Fulmer in the first inning. Fulmer was making his third appearance and first start this spring.

For starters: Fulmer threw five consecutive balls to start and gave up back-to-back walks to Jose Altuve and George Springer. After Carlos Correa flied out to center, Fulmer gave up the home run to Rasmus. Fulmer followed up with his third walk of the inning.