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Game Thread 133. August 28, 2019, 7:10 CDT. Rays vs. Astros

Justin Verlander takes on beloved Charlie Freakin Morton. Looks like a premier pitchers’ duel between two Cy Young candidates. Can the Astros get to Morton? Join the discussion.

By William Metzger(bilbos)
MLB: Detroit Tigers at Houston Astros Erik Williams-USA TODAY Sports

The Astros come into tonight’s game on a four game winning streak, and having won seven out of their last ten games. They are 1⁄2 game behind the Yankees for first place in the AL, and 1⁄2 game behind the Dodgers for the best record in the Major Leagues.

Justin Verlander and Charlie Morton match up tonight in a contest with implications for the Cy Young Award. The Astros will see the return of Aledmys Diaz from IL. Myles Straw returns to AAA Round Rock.

For more on today’s game and series go HERE

Here is the Astros lineup.

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