Dodgers, Astros gear up for Round 2

[ASFN Admin]

What was for many an expected response to the offseason revelation that the Houston Astros illegally stole signs during their run to the 2017 World Series title unfolded Tuesday at Minute Maid Park when words were exchanged and then dugouts cleared in the sixth inning. The Astros were left frustrated by both the turn of events and the result, and they face the reality that more pitchers may behave similarly as a form of retaliation for what was unearthed before the season. Bregman was more measured and elusive in his response to the incident, seemingly indicating that such behavior is to be expected if players continue to exact this long-held brand of justice.

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