VIDEO: Carlos Correa Extends Astros' Lead With Clutch 2-Out RBI Double
By Ryan Flores
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Even with Washington Nationals pitcher Max Scherzer on the mound, the Houston Astros remain entirely unfazed. They've managed to make Scherzer labor through every at-bat thus far, and have now pushed the score to 2-0 after Anthony Rendon couldn't handle this rocket off the bat Carlos Correa.
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Slowly but surely, the Astros are gaining stern control over this ball game. With Scherzer likely done after just five innings, Houston will now be tasked with battling the Nationals' bullpen.