Astros struggle through disappointing week ahead of upcoming series

The Houston Astros faced a challenging stretch, going 2-6 over eight days, including struggles in both pitching and offense. This period included games where the team failed to hold late leads and saw underperformances from typically reliable players. The Astros’ lineup and rotation are now under scrutiny ahead of their next games, with discussions about potential changes for the future beginning. Fans and analysts are urged to keep perspective as the season continues.

• 12:46 PMYahoo Sports — Putting the last week in perspective