Hinch: Gomez’s at-bats more under control

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SEATTLE — Is center fielder Carlos Gomez starting to come around? Astros manager A.J. Hinch said prior to Tuesday’s game vs. the Mariners that Gomez’s recent at-bats have been under control, saying he hasn’t seen his helmet flying off when he swings as much.

Gomez, who’s struggled mightily this year both at the plate and with some bad decisions on the bases, was hitting .278 (5-for-18) in the four games prior to Tuesday, though he still has just two RBIs this season. He declined to talk to reporters following Monday’s loss.

“He’s been in the at-bats on time a little bit with more a little bit of release of the barrel,” Hinch said. “He’s hitting the ball on the line quite a bit, just near misses on …

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