Astros Ground Aviators
The Astros improved to 15-1 on the season after taking both ends of a twinbill sunday against the Dayton Aviators.
Astro Rookie Josh Cornwell made his second straight strong start in game 1. Josh worked a complete game allowing just 3 runs in route to a 14-3 victory. Dan Flanagan lead the Astro offense with 3 hits and Tony Duncan Provided the big blow with a Grand Slam in the second inning.
Bryan Leach made his return to the mound in game 2. After holding the Aviators hitless through the first 3 innings, A couple hits and error would plate 2 runs for the opposing squad. After 2 more scored in the 5th the Aviators had cut the lead to 9-4. But the Stros would tack on an insurance run and Mike Leach would close the door for a 10-4 final. Jason Joyce Lead the offense going 3 for 4 with 2 RBI and his 2nd Stolen base of the day.
Astros next game is Sunday 7/20 against the Royals at Rotary Park at 4:00pm
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