Falling into last place in the division in late July didn't bode well for the Houston Astros' playoff hopes, but it may have been the spark the team needed to turn its season around. The Astros look to continue their surge back into contention as they go for their season-high ninth straight win Friday night against the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field. Houston (74-66) was swept at home in a three-game series against Pittsburgh from July 21-23, falling nine games below . ...