The Houston Astros' 2026 struggles continue as the calendar flips over into May, dropping the first game of the three-game series against the Los Angeles Dodgers on Monday. The loss snapped a two-game winning streak, which may not seem like much, but it was momentum for Houston. As the season continues and outcomes remain the same, manager Joe Espada has taken the time to give his thoughts on what the franchise can do to improve going into the summer. The biggest concern has been the pitching staff, not just injury unavailability. Speaking with SportsTalk 790AM , the Astros manager delivered some thoughts surrounding the pitching staff, starting with relief pitcher Ryan Weiss . Weiss was brought into the game on Monday and allowed six runs on eight hits in 4.1 innings of work, collecting five strikeouts to four walks along the way. Espada's Thoughts on Ryan Weiss' Recent Struggles Houston Astros pitcher Ryan Weiss (51) delivers a pitch at Daikin Park.…