The Houston Astros faced a tough series against the Seattle Mariners, culminating in a disappointing loss after leading early in the game. The Astros' offense struggled, leaving twelve runners on base and managing only six runs in the finale. Pitcher Spencer Arrighetti's injury opened the door for rookie Ryan Gusto, who is slated to make his major league debut this weekend. Manager Joe Espada remains optimistic about Gusto, who has shown efficiency in his limited appearances thus far.

Christian Walker's performance has been below expectations, with poor swing decisions contributing to a slow start. He has been working hard to regain his rhythm, drawing two walks in the final game, which may signal improvement. The Astros have also struggled defensively against base stealers, allowing a high success rate against them. Fixing these issues will be crucial as they prepare for the upcoming series against the Angels.