Astros: Chas McCormick stands up in sweep

Apr 4, 2021; Oakland, California, USA; Houston Astros left fielder Chas McCormick (6) smiles while rounding the bases after hitting a home run during the sixth inning against the Oakland Athletics at RingCentral Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-USA TODAY Sports

As the Houston Astros swept the Oakland A’s out of their own Coliseum, prospect Chas McCormick continued to make his name known. While Michael Brantley was out of the lineup, the left-hander might be dodging the injured list, but the team will continue to monitor his healing. This leaves an opportunity for McCormick to keep showing out.

While the Astros’ bats have continued their tear of eight or more runs a game, the…