McHugh struck out a season-high 10 batters Wednesday, but lasted just 5.1 innings against Baltimore, allowing three runs on eight hits and a walk.
Despite this falling short even of the low standard for a quality start, it's promising to see the 28-year-old righty walk just one while missing plenty of bats for the second straight outing. Unfortunately, McHugh will probably be left remembering the painful ending more than anything else, as he gave up three hits and a wild pitch before being lifted. Fortunately, the Astros went on to win anyway.