This weekend, Houston Astros and Colorado Rockies they immerse themselves in the México City Series which promises to be a labyrinth of emotions in the Alfredo Harp Helú stadium. With a discreet record of 7-19, both organizations They landed in the capital of the country desperately longing for a victory that will restore hope in the midst of uncertainty.
Los Stars are in a downward spiral which includes five consecutive losses and their worst start to the first 26 games of a season since 1969, times in which the entire Houston It still had the smell of new when it was founded in 1962 under the name Colt.45s.
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For the Astros, its current path, contrasts with its journey in the last decade marked by seven trips to the American League Championship Series and two World Series crowns.
In the altitude of Mexico City (2, 100m)los Astros They will try to find a turning point. Houston had not been 10 or more games under .500 since the 2016 season, before they began building a dynasty in Major League Baseball (MLB).
In the good times, we have stretches where we win eight out of 10 and I say we have a great team. I’m going to say the same thing right now: we have great players, guys who encourage each other to go out and win games,” said second baseman José Altuve at the end of the series against the Cubs where they were swept.
Los Astros They last played internationally in 2019 against the Angels in Monterrey. In that campaign, the Texan team reached the World Seriesso a new trip to Mexico could be the fuel they need to begin the ascent of a mountain that, as the weeks went by, acquired degrees of inclination.
“They love baseball as much as the fans in the United States,” Altuve said. “We have a free day there and you can go and try authentic Mexican food. I just love it. I love exploring and learning about different things. I’ve been to Mexico, I’ve played there with the Astros, but I’ve also been on vacation and it’s an incredible country with incredible people. “I’m really excited,” said the Venezuelan before taking the plane south of the Rio Grande.
Meanwhile, the Rockies seek the path to redemption in the immensity of the diamond, hoping to regain its lost shine. Although they are a team in reconstruction, defeats make any fan tired, no matter how loyal they may be. Colorado Aspires not to end with more than 100 defeats in the campaign.
THE OPENING PITCHERS
on the moundthe Dominican Ronel Blancowith his masterful control and skill will open the match for the Astros. Blanco is already part of history after throwing a game without a hit or runs this season. In front will be Cal Quantrillwho will display his art at the launch, seeking to guide his team to glory.
The two-game set will mark the seventh regular season series played in Mexico.
Los Rockies will also return for the first time since 2019when They faced the Diamondbacks in Monterrey during spring training.
These encounters transcend the simple game of baseball and become a dance between the Major Leagues and the overflowing passion of the Mexican publica bond that grows stronger with every pitch and every hit.
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2024-04-27 13:24:13
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