Even with two big name pitchers going, this total is too low considering how strong the offenses are.

Houston led the majors in nearly all the major offensive categories, including runs and batting average. The Astros also hit the second-most homers.

Boston doesn't have Houston's power, but the Red Sox finished 10th in runs. The Red Sox know how to manufacture runs.

While Justin Verlander has pitched well in all five of his Houston starts, Boston starter Chris Sale has been terrible down the stretch going 3-4 with a 4.30 ERA in his last eight starts. Sale has surrendered nine homers during his past five starts.

It's certainly not too much to ask these offenses to produce at least three runs apiece. Sale is not the Sale he was early in the season. Verlander has been pitching great, but he's past his prime.