Astros' Collin McHugh: Beats Pirates 5-4 Wednesday

McHugh allowed three runs on seven hits, struck out four and walked one over five innings in a victory over the Pirates on Wednesday.

Analysis:

The Astros spotted him an early lead, and he was able to hold onto it through five. He threw 67 of his 99 pitches for strikes and induced 10 groundouts. He is now 8-10 with a 5.01 ERA, 1.52 WHIP and 141 strikeouts in 142 innings this season.