The Astros center fielder Willy Taveras’ consecutive game hitting streak is stopped at 30, establishing a new franchise record. The 24 year-old Houston leadoff hitter, who is plunked twice by Brewer starter Tomo Ohka, goes 0-for-3 in the team’s 10-3 victory at Minute Maid Park.

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On August 29, 2006 — The Astros center fielder Willy Taveras’ consecutive game hitting streak is stopped at 30, establishing a new franchise record. The 24 year-old Houston leadoff hitter, who is plunked twice by Brewer starter Tomo Ohka, goes 0-for-3 in the team’s 10-3 victory at Minute Maid Park.

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