Houston Astros

1h

The Astros and Royals will conclude their three-game series with a rubber match on Wednesday at 7:10 p.m. at Minute Maid Park. The Astros won 6-5 on Monday while the Royals won 7-3 on Tuesday.

10h

When Astros general manager Jeff Luhnow called outfielder Jimmy Paredes up to the Astros from Oklahoma City this year he said a scout called him the most exciting player in triple-A.

18h

The Astros’ fortunes turned on Tuesday when Bud Norris left after six shutout innings with tightness in his back.

20h

Bud Norris pitched too well not to get a win on Tuesday.

22h

Houston Texans first-round draft choice DeAndre Hopkins threw out the ceremonial first pitch on Tuesday night at Minute Maid Park prior to the Astros’ game with Kansas City.

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