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Double the Fun
With four double plays the Astros’ defense proved they still have what it takes to win a game Saturday.
First Inning
The Astros started the first inning off with a run, giving me hope that maybe this game would be different from most of the others so far this season. When the Nationals tied the game in the bottom of the first I still hoped that although it may take some fighting we can beat them tonight.
Second Inning
Three outs came way too easily this inning for the Astros. When Belliard scored a run off Flores’ line drive to center field I noticed Lance Berkman, who normally can’t shut up, for the first time appeared speechless.
Third Inning
Another inning in which three outs for the Astros came way too easily. We finally did something in the third inning with a double play. Now if we could just get our defense on this same level for the rest of the game we might have a chance.
Fourth Inning
Pence hit a two run homer which put the Astros ahead 3-2. I knew I loved this boy. I think he has a lot of potential. Who knows? Maybe he’ll be the next Craig Biggio if he stays with the Astros throughout his career. And finally the Nationals had a too easy three out inning.
Fifth Inning
Berkman’s double line drive to left center field reminded me of who the Astros are and why Astros fans continue to believe in them even if they have had a rough season this time around. Putting the Astros’ lead to 5-2, Berkman is everything the Astros always have been. Pence proved himself once again with a line drive to left field which got Berkman home, giving the Astros a 6-2 lead against the Nationals. Wandy struck out leaving three runners on base but the rest of the inning made this very forgivable.
Sixth Inning
The Nationls got two runs this inning but a 1-2-3 double play by Chris Sampson redeemed his earlier mistake of hitting Flores with a pitch allowing a walk and a run for the Nationals.
Eight Inning
The Astros got their fourth double play of the game in this inning. Good job guys! Keep that going.
Ninth Inning
With a two run lead in the bottom of the ninth I prayed Valverde would come through for us and ends this quickly. And its 1, 2, 3 strikes they’re out at the old ball game!
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