1:20 PM CT
WGN ch. 9 | AM 720
Wrigley Field
HOU Mike Hampton, LHP (6-7, 4.74)
Astros (51-49)
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CHC Randy Wells, RHP (6-4, 3.10)
Cubs (52-46)
Scouting Report:
Astros: In his last start against the New York Mets, Hampton wasn't able to work out beyond the sixth inning, allowing four runs on eight hits over 5 2/3 innings, but he did provide the Astros with a boost at the plate, hitting his first home run since May 8, 2005, and the 16th of his career. He's faced the Cubs once this season already, taking the loss on May 6 after allowing five runs (three earned) on seven hits over 5 1/3 innings. In 24 career appearances, including 20 starts, he is 9-5 with a 3.07 ERA against the Cubs.
Cubs: Wells seems to like facing National League Central teams. In his last start, against the Reds, Wells picked up his ninth quality start and a victory. So far, he's 2-1 with a 2.39 ERA against NL Central teams and 6-0 when he gets four runs of support or more. Against the Reds, Wells' only mistake was serving up Aaron Harang's first career homer. Wells was kicking himself after the game for the slider he hung. He's still a rookie.
