Happ limits Cubs for fourth win: After tossing six scoreless frames his last time out, Astros pitcher J.A. Happ was nearly as impressive on Tuesday against the Cubs. He allowed one run on five hits over six innings of work in the 2-1 win. The left-hander surrendered a solo homer to Alfonso Soriano in the fourth for his lone damage. He was done after throwing 106 pitches, 68 for strikes, and lowered his ERA to 4.56. Happ also struck out six and walked two while earning his fourth win of the season. (Updated 05/22/2012)
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Fantasy Analysis
Happ has lowered his ERA from 5.72 over his last two outings and recorded his sixth quality start of the season Tuesday. After a down campaign a year ago, he appears to be back on track for the Astros and could post double-digit wins for the first time since 2009. With 48 strikeouts in 51 1/3 innings, consider adding Happ in NL-only formats, especially since he lines up as a two-start option for Week 9 (May 28-June 3). He is scheduled to face the Rockies on Monday before taking on the Reds over the weekend. (Updated 05/22/2012).
04/15/2012 18:14 Infante, Ramirez lift Marlins over Astros
Omar Infante and Hanley Ramirez hit the Miami Marlins' first homers in their new ballpark, activating the much-discussed home-run sculpture and helping to beat the Houston Astros 5-4 in 11 innings Sunday.
J.A. Happ endured the worst campaign of his career last season and might not have a secured spot in the rotation heading into 2012. He went 6-15 with a career-high 5.35 ERA in 28 starts and allowed 157 hits with 83 walks in 156 1/3 innings pitched. He was also demoted to the minors for a stretch. The left-hander struggled for most of the season but showed some moxie late by posting a 2.43 ERA over his final six outings. The Astros are a rebuilding team that is likely a few years away from competing for anything, so Happ could be in for another rough season in Houston. While the 29-year-old has proven to be a viable Fantasy option in the past, target Happ in NL-only formats on Draft Day. (Updated 2/17/12)
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