Astros Update, sponsored by

Astros Update, sponsored by Magic Glow Skull: The 'Stros beat the Pirates last night despite a shaky start from Pettitte. He gave up an early 3-0 lead but shut the Pirates down after that, as the Astros went on to win 7-4. Magic Glow Skull remained burning after the win to help the Padres, who battled back against the Cardinals to overcome a 5-2 deficit to win 7-5. Astros are now 1.5 games back, and I'm starting to freak out a little. Five games to play, with a possible sixth game for the Cards (makeup game with the Giants) if necessary.