Houston Astros first baseman Yuli Gurriel reacts as he is hit by a pitch by Colorado Rockies pitcher German Marquez during the Aug. 14 game at Minute Maid Park. The Rockies won the game 5-1. The next night, the Astros pounded the Rockies 12-1. As of Sunday, the defending World Series champions were leading the American League West with a 75-49 record. (Photo by Joe Southern)
