Peter Lambert Yields Two Runs over 5.1 Innings in Astros Loss to Braves

Houston Astros right-hander Peter Lambert took the mound Friday night against the Atlanta Braves, allowing two earned runs on six hits over 5.1 innings while walking one and striking out six in a 6-2 loss. Lambert was chased in the sixth inning after loading the bases, yielding a crucial two-run homer to Michael Harris in the fourth. The team's leader in wins, starts, and strikeouts has not earned a victory since July 11.