The Corpus Christi Hooks, the Astros Double-A affiliate, led the way in South Division All-Star representatives, sending four pitchers and four position players to the North vs. South Showdown this week in Springfield, Missouri. The balanced representation mirrors the balanced attack that led the Hooks to their first half title.
One of those All-Stars, closer Brendan McCurry, was promoted to AAA this week converting his first save opportunity against the Albuquerque Isotopes on Thursday. Also joining him with the Fresno Grizzlies was infielder Chan-Jong Moon. Ryan Thompson was promoted to the Hooks from Lancaster while Albert Minnis has been assigned to Tri-City on a rehab assignment, then on to Lancaster.