The Arizona Diamondbacks lost their second straight to the Houston Astros on Tuesday night. Now, they're in danger of entirely undoing the progress made with th

McMahon has recorded 20+ home runs each of the last six campaigns, excluding a COVID-shortened 2020. He has 16 so far in 2025, with a .219 batting average, a .721 OPS, a 93 OPS+, and, most concerningly, 48 walks with an NL-leading 125 strikeouts.

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PHOENIX - The Houston Astros placed right-hander Lance McCullers Jr. on the 15-day injured list with a right finger blister. The move, announced Tuesday, is retroactive to Sunday.

Houston's run prevention machine has broken down in July, putting undue pressure on a lineup that is ill-equipped to carry an entire team.

BOTTOM LINE: The Houston Astros seek to build upon a three-game win streak with a victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks. Arizona has a 50-52 record overall and a 26-27 record at home. The Diamondbacks have the fifth-ranked team batting average in the NL at .253.

PHOENIX - Houston Astros shortstop Jeremy Peña will likely resume facing live pitching this week in his recovery from a fractured rib, manager Joe Espada said Monday. Peña is rehabbing at the Astros' minor-league facility in Florida,