Astros’ Offense Falters Again as Yordan Alvarez Makes History | AL West Race Tightens

The Houston Astros fall 3-2 to the Diamondbacks and drop two of three to finish a 4-3 homestand. Houston goes 8-5 during a grueling 13-game stretch, but the offense scored three or fewer runs in eight of those games. We break down the Astros’ missed opportunities: nine stranded runners and a 2-for-7 performance with runners in scoring position.

Yordan Alvarez hits his 38th home run of the season, tying for the AL lead and setting a new career high, while Jose Altuve records his 225th career three-hit game, tying Craig Biggio for the most in franchise history. Altuve is now just one hit away from 2,500.

Peter Lambert delivers another strong outing, going seven innings with six strikeouts and no walks. We also discuss Miguel Ullola being recalled, Kai-Wei Teng being optioned, the Astros’ offseason pitching additions, and why a deeper rotation could be critical down the stretch.

Plus, a look at the Astros, Rangers, and Mariners over their last 10 games and their next 10, the AL West race, and the upcoming three-game series against the Phillies.

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