Astros and Rockies Set for Strategic Skirmish in Estadio Alfredo Harp Helu

As the Houston Astros prepare to face off against the Colorado Rockies at Estadio Alfredo Harp Helu in Mexico City, fans are eager to see how their team will perform following a series of challenging games. The Astros, who have been struggling with consistency, are looking to turn things around after a recent loss against the Chicago Cubs where they managed only four hits and one run.

The Astros' hitting has been a concern lately; they've posted a batting average of just .133 in their last game with an on-base plus slugging (OPS) of .339. Their inability to get on base was evident as they left 13 runners on base (LOB) and were unsuccessful in all six at-bats with runners in scoring position (RISP). The bullpen's performance was also underwhelming, with an earned run average (ERA) of 7.364 over 3.2 innings pitched.

However, there were some positive takeaways from previous games that the Astros can build upon. In their penultimate game, despite losing, they showed better control at the plate with ten hits and three runs scored while maintaining a perfect fielding percentage (FPCT). Their bullpen also stepped up significantly by not allowing any earned runs over 4.1 innings.

Looking further back provides more hope for improvement; two games ago saw them post an ERA of just 3.0 from their relievers across three innings pitched – indicating potential stability when it comes to late-game pitching.

The venue itself could play into how both teams approach the game strategically due to its unique conditions compared to typical MLB stadiums. Altitude and weather could influence ball behavior and stamina – factors both teams will need to consider carefully.

Astros fans can catch this international matchup live on ESPN on April 28th at 20:05 UTC time as their team looks for redemption against the Rockies amidst Mexico City's vibrant atmosphere.