The Houston Astros, who have won 11 of their last 13 series, go for a sweep against the Los Angeles Dodgers on Sunday. Houston was undetermined on its starter against Emmet Sheehan (0-0, 3.25) of Los Angeles.

BOTTOM LINE: The Houston Astros will try to sweep a three-game series with a victory against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Los Angeles has a 33-16 record at home and a 56-34 record overall. The Dodgers have the best team slugging percentage in MLB play at .457.

Despite the fact that the Los Angeles Dodgers are in first place in the National League West, they have officially released a pitcher. Dave Roberts, the Dodgers' manager, said in r