MLB The Show: Steelerfan's Houston Astros Franchise

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The Astros finished up their dreadful 2-4 home stand by losing 2 of 3 to the Boston Red Sox.

In the opener Houston lost despite 4 homers as Jon Singleton hit one out in his first plate appearance of the season. Joining him were George Springer, Alex Presley and Matt Dominguez.

Mark Appel was roughed up in his season debut, lasting just 4.2 innings. Appel allowed 9 hits and 6 runs (4 earned) but did not get a decision. The loss ultimately went to Scott Atchison who fell to 4-1.

Jarred Cosart won his 10th game as the Astros beat Boston 4-2 in game 2. Cosart went 7.2 innings, allowing 1 run on 4 hits.

Chris Carter hit career home run number 100 in the victory.

Carter and shortstop Carlos Correa each homered in the finale but the Astros were 8-5 losers.

Josh Fields took the loss in relief of Jeff Locke. Locke surrendered 4 runs on 7 hits in 5 innings of work for Houston.

BOS 9-15-0
HOU 7-8-1

BOS 2-5-1
HOU 4-3-0

BOS 8-11-1
HOU 5-9-1

The Astros will play a 3-game weekend series in Kansas City before returning home next week.

AL West Standings through Thursday, July 23, 2015

Rangers 57-37
Astros 51-46
Mariners 48-48
Athletics 48-49
Angels 44-51