Robert Ford and Steve Sparks preview Friday’s matchup on Astros Radio. Houston’s RHP Brad Peacock is looking to lockup the 5th spot in the Astros rotation and faces the New York Mets veteran southpaw Jason Vargas. Next, 3B Alex Bregman signs a five-year contract extension and spoke to the media before first pitch. The announcement was made by Astros President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Jeff Luhnow, team Owner Jim Crane, and Manager AJ Hinch; who joined Bregman during the media session.

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