This one just screams for some context, doesn’t it?
2013 Astros? Meet the 1986 Mariners.
Bob Levey
ELIAS: Astros are 4th team in last 90 seasons with 15+ K in consecutive 9-inning games (2012 Pirates, 2002, Brewers, 1986 Mariners)
— Buster Olney (@Buster_ESPN) April 3, 2013
Okay, here’s your some context:
- The 2012 Pirates finished with the second-most strikeouts in the league, and the 10th-most runs.
- The 2002 Brewers finished with the fourth-most strikeouts, and the fewest runs.
- The 1986 Mariners finished with the most strikeouts, and the 10th most runs.
Striking out a ton isn’t a good thing, but by itself doesn’t guarantee a horrible attack.
Of course, the Astros probably will have a horrible attack.
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