By Hunter Atkins | Houston Chronicle
The Astros got tired of waiting to come up with a breakthrough hit that could make Diamondbacks starter Zack Godley pay for his mistakes on Saturday at Minute Maid Park.
Godley gifted three hits and six walks in the first three innings, but the Astros only eked out two runs. They left six runners on base. They were hitless in four chances with runners in scoring position. One of their hits was Josh Reddick’s solo home run.
Stellar pitching – which Charlie Morton provided Saturday – and unexpected production from benchwarmers-turned-starters have compensated for Houston’s inconsistent offense at Minute Maid Park this season. The Astros lead in scoring and batting average on the road, but they are middling at home.
