Walk this way: Athletics pitchers issue 13 free passes to set the pace for Astros’ lopsided 11-0 win | Sports

WEST SACRAMENTO, Calif. – Athletics pitchers were in a giving mood Saturday as they issued 13 walks in their 11-0 loss to the Houston Astros.

Right-hander Luis Morales (0-2) set the pace for the control problems by Athletics pitchers. Morales gave up five runs on eight hits and six walks in only three innings. Relievers Elvis Alvarado, Hogan Harris and Luis Medina each issued two walks. Michael Kelly capped the walk-fest by issuing the final free pass.

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