The Houston Astros have been dealt a tough blow as Collin McHugh, one of their starting pitchers, has been ruled out of the American League Division Series (ALDS) against the Minnesota Twins due to shoulder discomfort.
McHugh has been a key part of the Astros’ pitching staff since he joined the team in 2014. He has made at least 30 starts in each of the last four seasons and has been a reliable starter for the Astros.
The news of McHugh’s injury is a major setback for the Astros as they prepare for the ALDS. Without McHugh in the rotation, the Astros will have to rely on their other starters to carry the load.
Houston manager A.J. Hinch said that McHugh’s injury is not serious and that he should be ready to go for the start of the regular season. However, it is still unclear how long McHugh will be out and how much time he will miss.
The Astros have a deep pitching staff and will be able to fill the void left by McHugh. However, it is still a significant loss for the team as they prepare for the ALDS.
McHugh’s injury is a reminder of how fragile a pitcher’s health can be and how quickly things can change in baseball. The Astros will have to adjust without McHugh and hope that he can return to form as soon as possible.
