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Isaac Paredes and Cam Smith of the Astros celebrating a home run against the Pirates
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Astros Storm Back Late to Defeat Pirates

Astros 11, Pirates 9 The Houston Astros defeated the Pittsburgh Pirates, 11-9, on Wednesday night at Daikin Park after a six-run eighth inning erased a four-run deficit and completed a dramatic comeback victory. Trailing by four runs entering the eighth inning, the Astros erupted for six runs and reclaimed the lead behind timely hitting from […]

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Jeremy Peña and Christian Walker powered the Astros offense as AJ Blubaugh provided scoreless relief against the Brewers.
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Peña, Walker Lift Astros Over Brewers

Astros 9, Brewers 2 The Houston Astros defeated the Milwaukee Brewers, 9–2, on Saturday afternoon at Daikin Park behind a strong offensive performance from Jeremy Peña and Christian Walker. Peña delivered a two-run home run and scored twice, while Walker added a three-run homer as the Astros pulled away after a close game through the […]

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Late Chances Slip Away, Brewers Top Astros in Extras

Brewers 5, Astros 4 (10 innings) The Houston Astros fell to the Milwaukee Brewers, 5–4, in 10 innings on Sunday afternoon at Daikin Park after the Brewers scored the automatic runner on a sacrifice fly in the 10th inning. Cam Smith provided early offense with a solo home run and an RBI double. Jake Meyers […]

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Rangers Drop Series Finale to Astros

Astros 5, Rangers 1 ARLINGTON, Texas (May 28) — The Texas Rangers fell short in their series finale against the Houston Astros, 5–1, Thursday night. The home run ball was once again the Astros’ weapon of choice as Jeremy Peña and Isaac Paredes both left the yard in the first inning. Now that this series […]

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Rangers Put Up 10-Spot Against Astros

Rangers 10, Astros 7 ARLINGTON, Texas (May 26) — The Texas Rangers put their 9–0 no-hit game from Monday behind them with a 10–7 win over the Houston Astros Tuesday night. One of the big factors in this victory was a three-run home run by Joc Pederson as part of an eight-run first inning. The […]

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Christian Walker of the Astros celebrating with his teammates after hitting a homer against the Cubs
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Walker Powers Late Surge as Astros Defeat Cubs

Astros 8, Cubs 5 The Houston Astros defeated the Chicago Cubs, 8–5 , on Sunday afternoon at Wrigley Field, using a six‑run fifth inning to erase an early deficit. Christian Walker delivered the decisive swing with a three‑run home run into left‑center field, and Astros pitching held the lead the rest of the way. Jake […]

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The AL West had its most interesting season in decades in 2025, and these young breakout candidates should keep it that way in 2026
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Breakout Candidates for Each AL West Team

2025 was an interesting year for the American League West. The Houston Astros failed to win the division for the first time in a full season since 2016. The Athletics moved to Sacramento and played all their home games at a minor league ballpark. The Seattle Mariners, who had made two postseason appearances between 2000 […]

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Astros Trounce Rangers in Middle Game

Astros 11, Rangers 0 ARLINGTON, Texas (Sept. 6) — The Texas Rangers faltered to the Houston Astros, 11–0, Saturday night to even their three-game series. Christian Walker and Yordan Alvarez hit one home run apiece to help the Astros get the win. The Rangers, meanwhile, will aim to win the series in the finale Sunday […]

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