Roy Oswalt gave up a single in the bottom of the 4th, but a huge double play helped him get out of it without allowing a run.

Astros lead 2-1 in the top of the 5th.

Ausmus, Oswalt and Bourn are due up.

Darin Erstad is replacing Lance Berkman at first base.

Let's hope Berkman's neck spasms aren't serious and I probably don't expect to see him play against Zambrano tomorrow ( too tough a pitcher to face if he's feeling any pain in his neck ), but perhaps he will be ready to play during the home opener.