Astros pound Padres 11-1 as MLB returns to Mexico City

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MEXICO CITY, March 27, (Agencies): Carlos Correa and Tyler White hit back-to-back home runs in the fourth inning, and the Houston Astros routed the San Diego Padres 11-1 on Saturday night in the first major league game in Mexico City in 12 years.

Correa’s shot went over the rightfield wall and White followed with a drive to left-center against Robbie Erlin as both Astros hitters took advantage of the city’s altitude of 7,350 feet.

It was Correa’s fourth home run this spring, tying Marwin Gonzalez for the club lead.

“In batting practice the hitters were excited and the pitchers were a little nervous, but as the game progressed the guys did a great job,” Houston manager A.J. Hinch said.

“I’m happy because we played great on both sides of the ball, espe-