A few quick thoughts while watching the offense struggle. Or maybe “struggle” is the wrong word, since the Astros are scoring 5.04 runs per game, which is 10% more than last year—all without Altuve and Brantley.
The Left-Handed Duo
The Astros have only two lefthanders on the roster, Yordan Alvarez and Kyle Tucker, but both are special. Together they have an OPS+ of 152 so far this season. (Stats through the start of play on Tuesday.)
Platoon splits be damned when it comes to the LHB duo. Together these two lefty bats have the following line against LH pitchers: .