With the news that Framber Valdez will miss at least one start with a sprained right ankle, the Astros are looking at a potential bullpen game on Sunday. In turn, the pressure was on Hunter Brown to provide some length in Saturday’s tilt against the Rangers. After all, Brown entering this start had yet to allow an earned run against Texas in 13 innings. Small sample, yes, but encouraging.
Alas, Saturday’s start was a grind for Brown, lasting only four innings while allowing three runs on ten hits with six strikeouts.
Hunter Brown's 3rd and 4th Ks.