After alternating wins an losses for over a week, the Houston Astros enter the Trop on a four-game winning streak. Most recently, they swept the-then 14-5 Atlanta Braves in Truist Park.
In Houston’s most recent series finale, Houston scored five runs in the final two innings to defeat Atlanta by a 5-2 final count. Cristian Javier struck out 10 over his six inning start for no decision, and three relievers pitched three hitless innings while Houston’s offense woke up. Corey Julks’ two-out RBI-single in the top of the ninth provided the game’s eventual winning run.
Tampa Bay started their season with a 13-game win streak, then after losing three-of-four, are currently on a five-game win streak.