Astros Prospects Shine, Hooks Dominate Texas League

Astros Double-A Report: Corpus Christi Hooks (June 9-15)

The Corpus Christi Hooks continued their onslaught of the Texas League this week. Despite losing top hitter, second baseman Tony Kemp, and pitcher Mike Hauschild to Triple-A, the Hooks clinched the South Division first half title with a win on June 12, when they completed a four game sweep over the Midland RockHounds. For the week, the Hooks were 6-1 on the road trip road trip against Midland and the San Antonio Missions.

The Hooks have the best record in the Texas League at 43-19, and increased their South Division lead to 12.5 games over second place Midland. Clinching the first half title guarantees Corpus Christi a post-season…