Houston’s Blanco hasn’t allowed hit through six innings against Blue Jays

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Houston’s Blanco hasn’t allowed hit through six innings against Blue Jays

HOUSTON (AP) — Houston’s Ronel Blanco hasn’t allowed a hit through six innings Monday night against the Toronto Blue Jays.

Blanco, who is making his first start this season, has thrown 70 pitches and walked one, on a leadoff walk by George Springer.

Blanco, who has struck out six, induced three groundouts in the second inning and struck out the side in the fourth.

Houston Astros starting pitcher Ronel Blanco delivers during the first inning of a baseball game against the Toronto Blue Jays, Monday, April 1, 2024, in Houston. (AP Photo/Kevin M. Cox)

The 30-year-old right-hander is in his third major league season after going 2-1 with a 4.50 ERA in 17 games with seven starts last season.

The Astros, who are looking for their first win, lead 5-0 after early home runs by Kyle Tucker, Yainer Diaz and Jeremy Peña.

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