The Houston Astros secured a narrow 1-0 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies in the first game of their three-game series, setting the stage for a highly anticipated matchup on Wednesday at Daikin Park. Colton Gordon, boasting a 2-1 record with a 4.54 ERA, will take the mound for the Astros against the formidable Zack Wheeler, who holds a commendable 7-2 record with a stellar 2.61 ERA. This clash promises to be a pitching duel that could sway the momentum of the series.

Astros fans are abuzz with excitement as they observe the team's resilience, particularly highlighted by the recent performance of Cooper Hummel, embodying the 'next-man up' mentality. However, the organization faces challenges with injuries, as evident with Shawn Dubin suffering a strained forearm, which could impact the pitching depth moving forward in the season.