In The Central Division

The Houston Astros had a rough season last year when playing Central Division opponents. Today they played their first game against a division foe when they met the Cubs in Chicago. Chris Sampson pitched well, into the seventh inning allowing only six hits and two runs. The Astros won the game by a 4-3 score. J.R. Towles, the rookie catcher who grew up in the Houston area, hit his first home run and Michael Bourn made his thrid great defensive play in the four games he has played this season.

Encouraging!