Two W's in a Row!

The Astros have won two games in a row now, after having lost five straight. The wins were on the road, in Pittsburgh. Last night they jumped out to an early lead and won 4-1 on the strength of Mike Hampton's best start in years. Today they had to cme from behind 3-1 to post a 6-3 win. Chris Sampson got the victory in relief. The good news is that Michael Bourn continued to hit after having moved back to the lead off spot for the two games!

Mike Hampton's Heart

When Mike Hampton was a young pitcer with Houston Astros, the lefty was known for his heart, his determination and competitive spirit. He became a big winner, then accepted a big contract with the Colarado Rockies. In recent years he has suffered several injuries that have threatened his career. When he signed with the Astros over the winter, there was a hope that there was some more gas in his tank.

Last week his heart was discovered to have an irregular beat and he was sent for medical assessment. The good news is that the doctors believe it is a manageable condition and that he will be able to perform on the mound.

Now we will see if Hampton's heart is still his strongest asset!