Ronel Blanco’s brilliant start to the season is about the only thing going right for the Houston Astros. Blanco threw 2024’s first no-hitter Monday night against Toronto, then made it to the sixth against Texas on Sunday before allowing a hit. The problem for the Astros is what’s happened on days Blanco didn’t pitch.
Houston Astros pitcher Ronel Blanco delivers in the second inning against the Texas Rangers in the first inning of a baseball game Sunday, April 7, 2024, in Arlington, Texas. Texas Rangers first baseman Jared Walsh, left, gets the throw from third for an out against Houston Astros ’ Chas McCormick in the second inning of a baseball game Sunday, April 7, 2024 in Arlington, Texas.
Houston has been without Justin Verlander, currently on a rehab assignment working his way back from shoulder issues. Injuries to Verlander and José Urquidy helped Blanco get a spot in the rotation, and he’s certainly madeThe bullpen’s been a different story. Houston relievers are 0-5 with 6.89 ERA, with newcomer Josh Hader taking a couple of the losses.It’s easy to overlook the AL and NL Central, but Pittsburgh is tied for the best record in baseball at 8-2.
Just behind the Pirates at 6-2 are the Milwaukee Brewers, whose starters are 3-1 with a 2.72 ERA after the team traded Corbin Burnes in the offseason.
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