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LivnLegend · 05-23-2017, 12:14 AM

The 1991 Houston Astros were 65-97 under third year manager Art Howe. Although they finished last in the West, there was reason for some optimism heading into the 1992 season. Several young players formed a strong nucleus ready to lead the charge toward the top of the division, including, including infielders Jeff Bagwell (25) & Craig Biggio (23), and outfielders Luis Gonzales (23), Eric Anthony (23), & Steve Finley (26). Another key offensive player is third baseman Ken Caminiti.

The Killer B's aren't an official thing until 1995 but the first couple are firmly in place in 92

The key would be whether the 2nd from last ranked pitching staff would improve along with the emerging offensive force. Pete Harnish leads the rotation, along with Mark Portugal, Darryl Kile, Jimmy Jones and Butch Henry. Veteran closer Doug Jones was added via free agency during the off-season. While expectations for the 92 Astros are tempered, the prevailing thought is that this team could, and should, rise above .500. Attendance in the Astrodome was last in the NL in the previous season. The emerging young stars should be able to bring the fans back if all goes to plan.

April 13: Ramon Martinez (0-1, 3.86) vs Mark Portugal (0-1, 4.26)
Both teams plated two runs in the second inning. The Astros got two runners aboard in the 5th, and Craig Biggio’s deep fly ball scored the go-ahead run. Doug Jones earned his second save in relief of Portugal (1-1), who surrendered just two hits. Fortunately for LA, Martinez did not show any lingering effects from his first start where he had to leave in the third.

April 14: Orel Hershiser (0-1, 4.26) vs Darryl Kile (0-0, 1.29)
The Dodgers prevailed 4-1 behind strong pitching from Hershiser (8 IP, 5 H, 3 BB, 5 K). LA also capitalized on three Astros errors. More bad news for Houston - Luis Gonzalez was injured and should miss about 3 weeks.

Disturbingly, through 8 games the Dodgers have hit just one home run. The West seems to be in a power drought as Houston and Atlanta also each have just 1 dinger, while San Diego is looking for its first.

April 15: Bob Ojeda (1-0, 2.70) vs. Jimmy Jones (0-1, 7.11)
Darryl Strawberry (.091 average) was given a seat on the bench to start the game. He later had a pinch-hit single. Still, the Astros prevailed 7-5. Eric Anthony and Eddie Taubensee each had a pair of hits and RBI. Doug Jones retired three left-handed hitters in the 9th for his second save in three days.

The Dodgers leave for Atlanta now 4-5, while Houston is a game ahead in the standings at 5-4.

Around the league:
Mike Bordick had 5 hits in a game for the Athletics. They were all singles but helped Oakland defeat Kansas City, 9-4.

Terry Mulholland (PHI) and Trevor Wilson (SF) each tossed shutout gems.

Don Mattingly is batting .515 (17 for 36)

Candy Maldanaldo (TOR) leads all hitters with 5 homers.

After starting out 6-0, the Cardinals lost four straight.

05-23-2017, 12:14 AM	#16
LivnLegend Hall Of Famer Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: 100% pure adrenaline! Posts: 5,624	The 1991 Houston Astros were 65-97 under third year manager Art Howe. Although they finished last in the West, there was reason for some optimism heading into the 1992 season. Several young players formed a strong nucleus ready to lead the charge toward the top of the division, including, including infielders Jeff Bagwell (25) & Craig Biggio (23), and outfielders Luis Gonzales (23), Eric Anthony (23), & Steve Finley (26). Another key offensive player is third baseman Ken Caminiti. The Killer B's aren't an official thing until 1995 but the first couple are firmly in place in 92 The key would be whether the 2nd from last ranked pitching staff would improve along with the emerging offensive force. Pete Harnish leads the rotation, along with Mark Portugal, Darryl Kile, Jimmy Jones and Butch Henry. Veteran closer Doug Jones was added via free agency during the off-season. While expectations for the 92 Astros are tempered, the prevailing thought is that this team could, and should, rise above .500. Attendance in the Astrodome was last in the NL in the previous season. The emerging young stars should be able to bring the fans back if all goes to plan. April 13: Ramon Martinez (0-1, 3.86) vs Mark Portugal (0-1, 4.26) Both teams plated two runs in the second inning. The Astros got two runners aboard in the 5th, and Craig Biggio’s deep fly ball scored the go-ahead run. Doug Jones earned his second save in relief of Portugal (1-1), who surrendered just two hits. Fortunately for LA, Martinez did not show any lingering effects from his first start where he had to leave in the third. April 14: Orel Hershiser (0-1, 4.26) vs Darryl Kile (0-0, 1.29) The Dodgers prevailed 4-1 behind strong pitching from Hershiser (8 IP, 5 H, 3 BB, 5 K). LA also capitalized on three Astros errors. More bad news for Houston - Luis Gonzalez was injured and should miss about 3 weeks. Disturbingly, through 8 games the Dodgers have hit just one home run. The West seems to be in a power drought as Houston and Atlanta also each have just 1 dinger, while San Diego is looking for its first. April 15: Bob Ojeda (1-0, 2.70) vs. Jimmy Jones (0-1, 7.11) Darryl Strawberry (.091 average) was given a seat on the bench to start the game. He later had a pinch-hit single. Still, the Astros prevailed 7-5. Eric Anthony and Eddie Taubensee each had a pair of hits and RBI. Doug Jones retired three left-handed hitters in the 9th for his second save in three days. The Dodgers leave for Atlanta now 4-5, while Houston is a game ahead in the standings at 5-4. Around the league: Mike Bordick had 5 hits in a game for the Athletics. They were all singles but helped Oakland defeat Kansas City, 9-4. Terry Mulholland (PHI) and Trevor Wilson (SF) each tossed shutout gems. Don Mattingly is batting .515 (17 for 36) Candy Maldanaldo (TOR) leads all hitters with 5 homers. After starting out 6-0, the Cardinals lost four straight.