Lakeland, FL (Sports Network) - Rick Porcello fanned six over four shutout
innings as the Detroit Tigers defeated the Houston Astros, 8-5, in spring
training action.
Alex Avila drove in three runs and Torii Hunter went 2-for-4 with a run scored
for the Tigers. Danny Worth, Kevin Russo, Brayan Pena and Matt Tuiasosopo
each drove in a run in the win.
Justin Maxwell hit a two-run homer for the Astros, while Jason Castro, Chris
Carter and Jonathan Villar drove in a run apiece. Starter Jarred Cosart
allowed three runs on four hits and walked four over two innings.
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